Road set for upgrades to address flooding woes
SARIKEI: Jalan Belepong Sungai Belepong, a road frequently affected by floods due to its low-lying location, has been identified for upgrades under a rural development initiative led by local rep Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii. The Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, in a statement, said the proposed improvements are part of a […]
Road upgrade enhances the town’s infrastructure
SIBU: The 1.44-kilometer enhancement of Jalan Oya into a dual carriageway is scheduled for completion by December 5 this year, announced Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Ports Development, Datuk Aidel Lariwoo. He emphasized that the initial phase of the upgrade is advancing smoothly and is ahead of schedule. “The first phase, covering 1.44 kilometres, is […]
Road constructions, upgrades for Kpg Pangtray, Kpg Tebaang
DARO: The construction of the Village Link Road (VLR) in Kampung Pangtray and the upgrading of the VLR in Kampung Tebaang (Phase II) are scheduled to begin this year. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad said both projects would be implemented this year by two implementing agencies which are the Matu and Daro District Council and the […]
Road upgrade to begin next year
BARAM: The road upgrade from Lapok to Long Tisam is set to begin at the end of next year. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Dr. Penguang Manggil said the project will benefit residents in the areas of Long Tuyut, Long Tabing, Long Teran, Long Jegan, Long Takong, and Long Tisam, […]
Upgrading of Jalan Oya Phase 1 on schedule
SIBU: The Jalan Oya Phase 1 upgrading works progress remains on schedule, said its implementing agency, the Land and Survey Department (L&S). The department said the actual physical progress of the project stands at 81.72 per cent against the scheduled progress of 87.25 per cent, which is still on track. “Notably, significant milestones regarding the […]
Upgrading works on the Jalan Sibujaya-Kong Yit Khim Road ready by year-end
SIBU: Upgrading works on the Jalan Sibujaya-Kong Yit Khim Road are expected to be completed by the end of this year, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “It’s a bit delayed, I was informed (it will be completed) by the end of this year,” he said when met by reporters during […]
Tondong-Sebuku route upgrade to mitigate flooding risks
BAU: Datuk Henry Harry Jinep revealed that the Public Works Department (JKR) plans to propose improvements to the Tondong-Jalan Sebuku route leading to the Bau Police Station to address its susceptibility to flooding. During the soft opening of the Tondong-Sebuku Bridge and Tondong Multipurpose Hall on Wednesday (Jan 10), the Deputy Minister for Transport (Riverine […]
Five agricultural roads to be upgraded
SARIKEI: Five agricultural roads here will be upgraded early next year for the benefit of farmers in the area. According to Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, the project involving Sungai Merudu, Sungai Paoh, Sungai Tapang Tabao, Sungai Kawan Merudu and Jalan Baron is made possible due to the approved allocation of RM690,000 from Sarawak […]
New bridge, upgraded road to benefit residents
BINTANGOR: The construction of the new Sungai Dabai Bridge at Mile 6, KJD Bintangor Road, along with the upgrading of the gravel road to a paved one, is set to facilitate the daily activities of the local residents. The Rural Transformation Project (RTP) for the Meradong area, with a budget of RM200,000 has been approved […]
Works Minister proposes Smart Road Infrastructure Sandbox for innovations
KUCHING: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has proposed the establishment of a Smart Road Infrastructure Sandbox programme. This initiative aims to create a collaborative platform for government agencies and industry stakeholders to share innovative ideas concerning cutting-edge technologies for road infrastructure. Nanta said the submitted ideas will undergo testing in specific locations across […]