Sarawak Metro secures private frequency spectrum for KUTS project
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd (Sarawak Metro) became the first organisation in Malaysia’s railway and public transportation industry to be awarded a private frequency spectrum by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). According to the press statement today (Apr 24), the dedicated private spectrum will support the wireless communications system underpinning Sarawak’s upcoming Autonomous […]
Sarawak Metro addresses community concerns over KUTS Project impact
KUCHING: As the construction activities for the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Project gains greater momentum, Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd continues to focus on ensuring that its infrastructure contractors take the necessary steps to minimise their impact on nearby communities. However, due to the scope of this project, which covers some of the most densely […]
KUTS Phase 1 records nearly 30% progress, delay to be addressed
KUCHING: The first phase of the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Phase 1 project recorded a progress of 29.89 per cent as of April, compared to the initial target of 33.86 per cent. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin acknowledged the slight delay of around 3 per cent but assured that the matter will […]
Sarawak Metro wins Malaysia Technology Excellence Award
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd (Sarawak Metro) has added another feather to its cap after winning the Asian Business Review’s Malaysia Technology Excellence Award in the Smart City – Transportation category for its Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Project. According to Sarawak Metro chief executive officer, Ts Mazli Mustaffa, this latest accolade is more than […]
KUTS project advances; Sarawak Metro calls for patience
KUCHING: Construction work on the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) project has shifted into high gear as Sarawak Metro strives to build a seamless and sustainable urban public transport system for Greater Kuching. With various stages of construction activities advancing simultaneously, public has been urged to prioritise road safety and adhere to all traffic management […]
Road closure from Dec 26 to 31
KUCHING: Members of the public are advised to take note of the temporary road closure at the road affecting the traffic light to turn to Jalan Stampin along Jalan Tun Jugah from Dec 26 to 31. Sarawak Metro in a notice said the road closure is part of the ongoing development of the Kuching Urban […]
Sarawak Metro celebrates 14 Young Talent Programme graduates
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd (Sarawak Metro) marked a significant milestone as 14 apprentices from its Young Talent Programme (YTP) successfully completed their two-year apprenticeship and joined the company as full-time staff. Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) chairman Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz Husain congratulated all the apprentices and reminded them to continue to […]
Sarawak Metro sets record straight on procurement integrity
KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd has come out in defence of its procurement processes after an assemblywoman cast aspersions on the company’s integrity and governance. Sarawak Metro’s Chief Executive Officer, Mazli Mustaffa, reiterated the organisation’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, which include strict adherence to procurement protocols for the Kuching Urban Transportation […]
Keep public updated on urban transportation project: Lee
KUCHING: Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin has called for strengthened collaboration among the various parties in the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) project. During his recent visit to several key construction sites, Lee stressed the need for seamless teamwork to ensure the project’s timely completion. “Sarawak Metro must monitor this project closely so […]
EMGJV strengthens local collaboration for KUTS project
KUCHING: EPR Mobilus GR JV Sdn Bhd (EMGJV), the System Package Contractor 1 (SPC1) for the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) project, held a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Letter of Intent (LOI) presentation ceremony recently at the Kuching ART Assembly Facility (KAAF), Demak Industrial Park here. This partnership aims to leverage local talent and […]