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On 29 August 2006, Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Mohd Najib Abdul Razak announced that the western end of the Kelana Jaya Line would be extended to the suburbs of Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya and UEP Subang Jaya (USJ), which are located to the south-west of Kuala Lumpur. The extension will be part of a RM10 billion plan to expand Kuala Lumpur's public transport network.

The expansion plan will also see the Ampang Line extended to the suburb of Puchong and the south-west of Kuala Lumpur The plan also involved the construction of an entirely new line, tentatively called the Kota Damansara-Cheras Line, running from Kota Damansara in the western portion of the city, to Cheras which lies to the south-east of Kuala Lumpur.

Time For Some Dignity In Malaysia's Public Transport
October 22, 2008 10:49 AM By Melati Mohd Ariff

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) - Over the years, complaints on the shoddy services offered in the country's public transport sector have continued to snowball and reached colossal proportions.

This had forced Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi to take to the ground to witness and experience for himself the daily mayhem and disorder faced by commuters in the city.

At the end of the Prime Minister's day trip, he arrived at the conclusion that a more efficient, reliable and integrated public transportation, which provides seamless travel and greater frequency of services, is required.

In the Klang Valley alone, an average of 400,000 people use the bus services daily while another 350,000 go up RapidKLs trains. Overall, RapidKL provides 44 per cent of the public transport services in the Klang Valley.

These were some of the statistics in the 2009 Budget speech, delivered by Abdullah in the Dewan Rakyat last Aug 29.

To further improve public transport's efficiency, the government has pledged a sum of RM35 billion to be utilised for the period 2009-2014.

Improvement plans include enhancing the capacity of existing rail services, building new tracks and increasing the number of buses.

Regular public transport users including those in the Klang Valley now harbour high hopes that the endless woes they are facing daily would be things of the past.

ATTITUDE CHANGE

Amidst the government's multi-billion Ringgit plans, the erroneous notion that public transportation is for only the low-income group should be corrected.

"We limit ourselves by assuming that public transport is for the poor people which is really not the case. One of its functions is to provide mobility service for the public and it is not just for people who cannot afford private transport but also for people who have the option of not using private transport," said Moaz Yusof Ahmad, a public transport activist.

He is the adviser of 'Transit', the Association for the Improvement of Mass Transit-Klang Valley), a newly established public transport activist group.

Moaz said there were two other functions of public transport which were equally important, namely development and business.

A good system of public transport, he said, would encourage the kind of development which was good for the city and its people.

"It would create urban centres that are people-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, the city becomes more livable because people can walk and spend money. They do not have to drive, park or go through traffic jams.

"This community will also save money as the government can save money on roads and transportation and so can the people. We do not have this community in the Klang Valley except in a few of the older areas. Most of our newer communities are designed around cars," he said.

With available infrastructure, profitable businesses can also be generated around public transport stations. Where services are prominent, business operators can also expect increase in profit and property owners can command higher rentals.

"You have the opportunity to advertise and sell land around public transport stations, which in itself can be a profitable enterprise," said Moaz who is an economics lecturer in a Subang Jaya private college.

PLANNING

Moaz argued that issuing more bus or taxi permits and providing more train lines or coaches would not solve public transport woes without proper planning or organisation that would severely impact reliability.

"If we do not include public transport in initial planning to fulfill the transport needs of the community, we are going to see serious problems in the future," he stressed.

According to Moaz, the main shortcoming in public transportation is the complete lack of wholesome or holistic investment.

"We built the LRT line and say the problem is solved and now we can move people. The point is when they get out of the LRT, there is another set of problems the commuters have to deal with. This is what you call the first mile and the last mile connectivity.

"The existing number of feeder buses are inadequate or unreliable and if we do not make the whole service reliable from the first mile to the last mile, then we are not going to get the people to use public transport no matter how many LRTs are built," said Moaz.

SPEND LESS FOR MORE

In terms of costs against the benefits, Transit considers that the LRT is actually one of the least effective choices of public transport.

Citing the Kelana Jaya LRT line, Moaz said currently it was running with double-coach trains and moving about 9,000 passengers in one direction each hour.

"The Kelana Jaya LRT will move approximately 20,000 passengers per hour when they operate the four-coach trains at the end of 2009.

"If we need to move 9,000 or 20,000 people, actually we should be building monorails as it costs less and can move the same number of people," said Moaz.

He also believed that extension of the Kelana Jaya line should continue right to the Shah Alam Stadium as there is ample undeveloped land to the west of the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE).

"If we go to the Shah Alam Stadium, we have access not only to Ara Damansara but also Subang, Kampung Melayu Subang and the rest.

"The stadium area is a very large spot, very open and we can have room for a depot, parking, and express bus lanes.

He said the stadium is located near two highways -- the Federal Highway and NKVE, therefore it is viable for a reliable bus system that could move people from Shah Alam to other areas including Subang Jaya, Kota Kemuning, Klang and even Kuala Lumpur.

Transit also suggests plan to extend the LRT from Seri Petaling to Petaling Jaya South and through Petaling Jaya, all the way to Kepong and back to Sentul.

"The Klang Valley Transport Study identifies Petaling Jaya line traveling from PJ South to Taman Tun Dr Ismail. This line can be integrated within our proposed extension to Petaling Jaya. When completed there would be a KL-PJ loop line that could move 60,000 passengers per hour. This would remove thousands of car from the MRRII daily," said Moaz.

Transit has also identified a solution for Puchong and western Petaling Jaya.

"Jalan Klang Lama and Jalan Puchong are large roads which move thousands of cars per day. If we expand the KL Monorail to four or six-carriage trains and extend it to MidValley, and then along Jalan Klang Lama and Jalan Puchong, we can move 40,000 passengers per hour. MidValley will benefit and we would reduce traffic on Jalan Puchong.

He said in the long term, Transit's approach would build more economic growth for the Klang Valley and Malaysia.

PROVIDE MORE FOR BUSES

The bus service is another area which Transit has great interest in.

According to Muhammad Zulkarnain Hamzah, Transit's spokesperson, buses are very much affected by the traffic congestion.

He said highways and expressways could be used as alternative routes for buses.

As an illustration, he said, 30 buses were more than capable to relieve the maximum amount of free flow traffic that the 1.2 billion Ringgit Akleh( Ampang-KL Elevated Highway) can sustain at any one time.

He also proposed that expressways be used as 'Expressway Rapid Transit' (ERT) tracks with ERT buses functioning as 'trains'.

Muhammad Zulkarnain said bus 'stations' could be built on top of these 'tracks' at identified strategic transit points with high suburban population.

"Bus terminals for suburban feeder bus services together with depots and car parks can be built inside the suburban area and next to the ERT points so that transit time can be cut short," he explained.

Accordingly, three strategic Kuala Lumpur gateway points for ERT buses can be created at KL Sentral/Mid Valley, Imbi (near the Pandan Roundabout) and Sentul Timur with dedicated bus ramps to Jalan Travers for direct access to NKVE and NPE, KL-Putrajaya and Duke Expressway respectively.

The gateway points should be conveniently linked to Ampang and Kelana Jaya LRT Lines besides KL Monorail while the Dang Wangi LRT Station could be the main gateway point that caters to ERT buses from Ampang via Akleh, he said.

"This is because it sits strategically at the west end point of Akleh. To fill up the demand during rush hours, express bus operators should be allowed to bid for periodical contract to serve ERT buses in which they will be paid based on a set of criteria set up by the transport authority," Muhammad Zulkarnain explained.

He said all buses and bus stops as well as mass-transit terminals should be designed based on the universal accessibility principle that would speed up bus service and encourage people to use them.

POLITICAL WILL

To fix the public transport system, it needs a strong political will. It also requires intervention from higher ups as voiced out by both Moaz and Muhammad Zulkarnain.

They proposed the setting up of a Parliamentary Select Committee on Public Transport led by members of Parliaments from both sides of the divide.

"The infrastructure is already there. It is just getting everybody to cooperate for the sake of facing this problem and not thinking of their particular vested interest," said Moaz.

He also stressed that a proper public transport system that provides a level of standard should also be available across the nation and not just only for the Klang Valley.

"If we stick to what we are doing, we are going to stagnate. Jakarta, Bangkok and Singapore have invested in their public transport networks. Jakarta has an exemplary Bus Rapid Transit System. They built seven lines in four years and three more are under construction.

"Bangkok has expanded their Metro and Skytrain and they are building Bus Rapid Transit and Airport Express line. Singapore is building three MRT lines and three more are being planned.

"There is a lot of work ahead but it can be done if we just change our attitude, our perception in public transport," said Moaz.

-- BERNAMA

Two extra LRT lines being studied
By SIM LEOI LEOI The Star - 21 August 2008

KUALA LUMPUR: Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd (SPNB) is still carrying out a land and engineering study on the proposed two additional light rail transit networks in the Klang Valley.

Transport Minister Datuk Ong Tee Keat told Tony Pua (DAP - Petaling Jaya Utara) in Parliament on Thursday that the study would focus on the 32km rail line and 24 new LRT stations.

"The two lines - the STAR network which runs from Sri Petaling to Putra Heights and the Putra network from Kelana Jaya to Putra Heights - will be constructed as soon as the study is completed.

"The project will be carried out via private financing infrastructure scheme. We have not yet determined the cost," he said.

To another question from Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi (BN - Batu Pahat) on limiting the number of private vehicles from entering the city, Ong said the matter of public transport in Kuala Lumpur came under the purview of the Federal Territories Ministry.

"It was brought up for discussion during the Cabinet Committee for public transport meeting," he said.

Members of Parliament from both sides of the divide voiced their unhappiness in the Government's decision not to reduce the prices of fuel at the petrol pumps before Sept 1. Salahuddin Ayob (PAS - Kubang Kerian) and Datuk Seri Abdul Ghapur Salleh (BN - Kalabakan) had complained that the prices at petrol pumps should be revised daily according to the ups and downs according to the global markets.

In reply, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Kong Cho Ha said it would have been good for the Government if it could revise the prices at the petrol pumps daily.

"However, because the Government still gives a 30 sen subsidy on the fuel price, it has to calculate this according to the average price each month," he said.

Tenders to extend RapidKL LRT may be out in Q1
By Sharen Kaur Published: 2008/12/22 BusinessTimes

Key players like UEM Builders, IJM Corp, YTL Corp, Ho Hup Holdings, and Loh & Loh Construction are expected to bid

SYARIKAT Prasarana Negara Bhd (SPNB), a unit of the Ministry of Finance Inc, may call for tenders to extend the RapidKL Light Rail Transit (LRT) system by as early as the first quarter of next year.

The LRT covers two lines, namely the Ampang Line (previously, Star LRT) and Kelana Jaya Line (formerly Putra LRT). The assets are owned by SPNB.

The tenders, worth over RM1 billion, is for track and civil works, fare collection, and systems work involving power supply, signaling and communication, industry players said.

Under the plan, the Ampang line will be extended from Bukit Jalil to Puchong, heading towards Subang Jaya, and linking up to the Kelana Jaya line.

The extension will involve 32km of double track and around 24 new stations, a source said.

Currently, the Ampang Line runs from Ampang to the city centre, and then from Sentul Timur towards the National Sports Complex in Bukit Jalil, while the Kelana Jaya Line starts from Terminal Putra Gombak up until Kelana Jaya.

"The extension will allow for a more complete integrated rail network. The project may be government-funded or implemented through private finance initiatives," the source added.

Key players like UEM Builders Bhd, IJM Corp Bhd, YTL Corp Bhd, Ho Hup Holdings Bhd, and Loh & Loh Construction Bhd are expected to bid.

It is learned that low-profile railway engineering firm Global Rail Sdn Bhd will make submissions for the systems work, in collaboration with its foreign technology partners. It is eyeing a portion which is worth RM80 million.

The government is also expected to pump prime part of the RM500 million allocation under the RM7 billion economic stimulus package announced by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak on November 4, to kick-start the project.

The allocation will also cover KTM Bhd's requirement for new three-car electronic multiple unit sets to cater for the Klang Valley.

KTMB has 60 sets now, but only half can be used. It needs 112 sets.

"Tenders for the train sets are under evaluation as the government is looking at an option to lease the trains to reduce its capital investment on the assets," the source said.

The tenders or lease options will attract manufacturers from Korea, China, Japan and Europe.

I can only believe it when I see it being built. Now, it is just talk, talk, and more talk only. It is long overdue. People deserve a better public transportation network (especially rail based).

RapidKL seeks swift decision, welcomes new rail transit line
Monday June 16, 2008 By LEE YUK PENG, TheStar

PETALING JAYA: RapidKL hopes the Government can decide fast on the new 40km Kota Damansara-Cheras rail transit line, which covers some of the most densely populated areas in the Klang Valley.

RapidKL communications general manager Ebi Azly Abdullah said the rail transit line would be a good way of getting people to use the public transportation service.

“Rail should be the backbone of the public transportation system. It can ferry a lot of people in a short period of time.

“Taking the light rail transit to the city will be cheaper,'' said Ebi Azly.

He said this in response to the new rail line and extensions planned to be ready by 2012.

The new line will be owned by Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd and operated by RapidKL.

While the Government has yet to announce when work will begin on the new line, sources pointed to the “positive statements” by Second Finance Minister Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcop after a briefing session with Backbenchers last Thursday.

Nor Mohamed had announced that public transportation would be getting more incentives, allocations and assistance under the Budget 2009 and future Budgets.

Sources also said the Government was conducting the mid-term review of the 9th Malaysia Plan and there were concerted efforts to get the new line in.

Besides the new line, the Government is also trying to get extensions to the Kelana Jaya and Ampang Lines.

The extensions will cover Subang Jaya, USJ, Kinrara and Puchong and meet at Putra Heights.

Yesterday, Nor Mohamed also announced that the upcoming 2009 Budget would spell some relief for Malaysians now saddled with higher living costs with its emphasis on a more efficient public transportation system and a knowledge-based economy, among others.

“Various measures are being worked out to ensure as many Malaysians will enjoy some measure of prosperity,” he said after meeting federal Finance Ministry officials in Kota Kinabalu.

Builders expect new projects to start flowing in H1 2009
By YEOW POOI LING


PETALING JAYA: Contractors expect new jobs to start flowing in following the Government’s efforts to pump prime the economy in the first half of next year.

Master Builders Association Malaysia president Ng Kee Leen said it usually took three to six months for tenders to be called after an official announcement.

Last month, the Government announced a RM7bil stimulus package to prevent the economy from contracting amid the global slowdown.

Ng told StarBiz that about RM4bil of the RM7bil was for the construction sector, which often had a spillover effect on other segments.

“The new jobs are likely to be small contracts like low-cost housing and schools,” he said, adding that more stimulus packages were anticipated next year.

Despite the weaker economic conditions, contractors are still busy with projects that were offered in late 2007 and the beginning of this year.

“Contractors are not doing so bad. We may not be making much money but there are still jobs to be done. We hope the RM7bil package will be quickly disseminated to contractors to bid for the projects. This will enable the benefits of the stimulus to be felt and help contractors survive in this tough times,” Ng added.

A research house, in a report, said the Government’s pump-priming efforts were likely to gain momentum next year as the stimulus would ensure the 2009 growth forecast of 3.5% was met and the country did not slip into a recession.

“With just two years to go before the end of the 9MP (Ninth Malaysia Plan) and more than half of the allocation of RM230bil not spent, we think the construction sector can certainly look forward to more aggressive project flows,” it said.

On Monday, it was reported that the Government was likely to open tenders in the first quarter of next year for the extension of the light rail transport (LRT) system involving the Kelana Jaya and Ampang lines.

The contracts offered are worth over RM1bil in total, which is part of the RM10bil upgrade of Klang Valley’s LRT system that was announced during the Budget 2009 presentation in August.

Meanwhile, Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, owner of the LRT assets, said on its website the tender for architectural consultancy services for the upgrade of 24 Ampang line station was now open.

I really hate all these talk talk talk.

Here's the present day LRT map:

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I really hate all these talk talk talk.

Are you serious! :cheers:

^^

The idea of LRT extension was mentioned many times.......that's why people are wondering...

Hopefully the tender can be called in Q1 2009, as planned....so that we can reap the benefit

^^

The idea of LRT extension was mentioned many times.......that's why people are wondering...

Hopefully the tender can be called in Q1 2009, as planned....so that we can reap the benefitthey still have to make the routes public and have the 3 month consultation period with the residents living along the LRT routes.

Cheers, m

No LRT stops at three busy spots
Friday August 10, 2007 by LIM CHIA YING
TheStar

Subang Jaya residents with the help of their assemblyman Datuk Lee Hwa Beng came up with their proposed route and halts for the extended Putra LRT line into Subang Jaya. However, news is that Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (SPNB) has ignored some of the proposed halts and is going ahead with their own route instead. StarMetro finds out.

Subang Jaya assemblyman Datuk Lee Hwa Beng is upset. Informed sources have told him that Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (SPNB) is bypassing three halts that he and residents had proposed for the extended Putra LRT service into the township.

SPNB is the holding company under the Finance Ministry that owns the rail lines.

“I’ve been told that Prasarana has finalised its own routes and is about to present it to the Cabinet for final approval.

“Based on what they have finalised, they are bypassing the Sunway, Lagoon Perdana and the USJ 1 halts,” said Lee.

He said SPNB would be making a mistake if it excluded the three important halts.

“If Prasarana continues with their finalised route, it definitely won’t be successful, and this will be a mistake like they did with Putra and Star LRT lines,” he said.

Lee said that when news of the Putra LRT line extension into Subang Jaya was first announced by the Prime Minister, he had sat down with residents and the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) to draw out the route.

“We presented it to SPNB but it seemed that they never took into consideration our proposal nor consulted the residents who know best,” he continued.

He said based on the current route, SPNB was excluding low and medium-cost areas where people who would take public transport lived.

“Shopping complexes are places that people go to, so the Sunway Pyramid stop is an important one to have. Sunway also has thousands of car park for commuters to park their vehicles,” he said.

“There is no doubt that extending the line into Sunway can be quite expensive but the place is a big catchment area. There’s a wide coverage in just the Lagoon Perdana area alone, especially since Kg Lindungan and Kg Medan are also within close proximity. I would estimate easily 50,000 people there,” Lee said.

“I’m also disappointed with how they would miss out USJ 1 with blocks of low and middle-income flats there. You have to look at the present situation when accessing things.

“For example, the line from Sentul is usually packed mainly because of the lower income groups of people there,” said Lee.

The seven initial halts that were proposed by Lee and the residents are the Subang Jaya KTM station, SS14 and SS15, Bandar Sunway, Lagoon Perdana, USJ 1, between The Summit and Mydin, and finally, on the plot of MPSJ land in USJ 8.

StarMetro had reported Lee as saying that he hoped SPNB would look into ways to expand the routes such as including new areas and not change those that have been proposed.

The route by SPNB is said to be at the Subang Jaya KTM station, before heading to Jalan Jengka and Kesas highway, and ending up at Persiaran Kewajipan.

Residents Committee (JKP) Zone 5 (which covers The Summit right up to Angsana Apartments in USJ 1) chairman Kamarudin Rasol said he was disappointed to learn of the news.

“I believe all residents in my area support the initial proposal by Datuk Lee to have a halt in USJ 1. It gave them a glimmer of hope because they can take the LRT in future and leave their cars at home. At present, the jam here is getting from bad to worse especially during peak hours at 8am, noon and 5pm,” he said.

“Here at Angsana, there are 10 blocks of low-cost apartments and a lot of residents use the buses to get to work. We thought we could save on petrol and no longer need to bear with the jam in future so this (news) comes as a disappointment,” said Kamarudin.

JKP Zone 4 chairman Goh Hai Thun feels the same.

“Residents would definitely use LRT over cars once there’s a hub here. The line would serve at least a population of 200,000 stretching from residential areas of PJS 5 to 11. Moreover, these are middle-income group residents who rely on public transportation a lot. Not forgetting the Monash and Sunway College students who number to about 10,000 to 15,000 a day. If the LRT is convenient, people would prefer using it as a congestion relief,” said Goh.

Lee said he hoped Transport Minister Datuk Seri Chan Kong Choy would look into the matter that take into account residents’ needs.

“The prime minister had also said that whatever petrol subsidy that had been withdrawn would go into upgrading of infrastructure, and this is one of them. So it’s no excuse for SPNB to say the cost is expensive and they do not have budget,” he said.

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LRT link for Klang folk, too
Friday November 23, 2007
By Elan Perumal

THE proposed LRT project connecting Subang Jaya to Klang will come sooner than expected if Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Mohamad Khir Toyo has his way.

Since the Federal Government has given the state the nod, Dr Khir said there was no reason why the people of Klang should be deprived of the LRT service.

He said the proposed link between Subang Jaya and Klang was not a mere hype but was a genuine move towards enhancing the public transportation system in the state.

“The project will be implemented soon after the Kelana Jaya-Subang Jaya link is completed. I am sure that many commuters in Shah Alam and other places along the Subang Jaya-Klang destination will be excited.

“The state will push hard for the implementation of the project as it will provide another form of transportation for commuters who are currently depending on buses, Komuter train, taxi service to travel between the two destinations,” he told Star Metro in an interview yesterday.

Dr Khir said the extended LRT link-up was expected to take a load off the increasingly congested roads in the Klang Valley especially the Kuala Lumpur-Klang Federal Highway.

He said the congestion along the highway at peak hours was getting worse especially for traffic heading towards Klang.

”The LRT link will not only take commuters from the two destinations but will also link Klang to Kuala Lumpur via Subang Jaya.

“The service will make a great difference for those travelling between Subang Jaya, Shah Alam and Klang,” he said, adding that they would be enjoying a fast and smooth ride.

Once the proposed link had been implemented, Dr Khir said, the state would be also looking into a sub system servicing the internal routes in Shah Alam and Klang.

With more and more development in the state, he said, LRT would be the answer for the public transportation system.

“We all know that LRT provides us fast, smooth and effective service and this is in line with the demand of the current age where people are becoming increasingly busy and time is something very valuable,” he said

Meanwhile, Dr Khir said the government was not too pleased with the service provided by public transportation operators in the state.

He urged the operators of public transportation to be more competent.

While looking into providing comfort, he said, they must be focused on offering regular and quck service to commuters.

“I am happy to see a lot of new and good looking buses on the roads but the service must be improved especially when it comes to local routes in small towns,” he added.

RM1 Bln LRT Project Ready By 2011
March 04, 2008 19:20 PM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The RM1 billion light rail transit project linking Sri Petaling and Putra Heights in USJ, which is expected to be completed by 2011, will ease the traffic problems of the residents.

Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate for the Puchong parliamentary seat, incumbent Lau Yeng Peng, said this was the BN government's long-term strategy to solve the traffic problems faced by the people of Puchong and surrounding areas.

Lau said this at a press conference at BN Sri Serdang campaign centre in Serdang today to refute claims by the opposition parties that the project had been cancelled.

Also present were BN candidates for Kinrara and Sri Serdang state seats, Dr Kow Cheong Wei and Datuk Mohamad Satim Diman, repectively.

He said construction of the 16-km track was expected to start early next year.

"There will be 12 stations along the route, of which 10 will be in Taman Kinrara, Bandar Kinrara, Puchong Jaya, Tempua, Pusat Bandar Puchong, Bandar Puteri, Puchong Perdana, Puchong Indah, Taman Tasik Puchong Prima and Putra Heights," he said.

Lau said as a short-term measure to tackle traffic woes, two alternative roads would be built.

He said the Cabinet Committee on Public Transport, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, last December approved an allocation of RM20 million to build a bridge over ex-mining pool to link Taman Kinrara in Puchong to Sri Manja residential area in Old Klang Road.

"Another bridge will also be built to link a road near Tesco hypermarket to USJ 1," he said.

Lau said although the two links would cost government a substantial amount of money he would lobby the government to ensure both routes stay toll-free.

In 2004 election, Lau won the seat with a majority of 11,882 votes.

In coming election, Lau will face a straight fight with DAP's Gobind Singh Deo.

For the state seats, Mohamad will face PAS' Ahmad Idzam Ahmad in Seri Serdang and Dr Koh challenge DAP's Teresa Kok Suh Sim in Kinrara.

The constituency has 75,625 voters, comprising Malays (42.76 per cent), Chinese (40.63 percent), Indians (15.76 percent) and others (0.85 percent).

-- BERNAMA

11 rail lines to ease traffic jam
NewStraitTimes

KUALA LUMPUR: To further ease traffic congestion in the city centre, City Hall is proposing the addition of 11 new or extension rail lines to the Klang Valley transit network by 2020.

As comprehensively outlined in the Draft Kuala Lumpur Plan 2020, the lines are to serve areas not covered by the existing rail network.

They are also to link district centres, employment areas, high-density residential neighbourhoods and new development areas in the city's outskirts.

The new urban rail network will measure 233.61km and serve 184 stations, 119 of them new.


With the new lines, total rail coverage within the city's transit corridor will increase to 53, and link areas as far away as Bandar Tun Hussein Onn in Cheras to Damansara.

Currently, only 10 per cent of the city is directly served by the rail system or within the transit catchments of existing transit stations, while just 20 per cent of Kuala Lumpur is within the transit corridor (located within 400m on either side of a rail line).

The new lines are expected to influence land use and planning, as development is expected to be intensified along rail corridors and transform employment centres such as Kepong, Sri Hartamas and Damansara into transit nodes.

Once completed, 250,000 people are expected to travel by train to and from the city centre.

News of the plan has been warmly greeted by many, particularly commuters in the districts of Hulu Langat (Ampang), Petaling and Gombak.

Rumah Panjang Jinjang Utara Residents' Association chairman G. Yanaparagasam said he welcomed the rail extension since it would elleviate traffic congestion in Kepong.

"Traffic congestion has worsened here with the rise of new apartments and flats. The buses here are okay. But it is difficult for them to keep to their schedule because of the traffic jam, which is at its worst during peak hours."

The city rail network plan
Wednesday June 18, 2008, Stories by YIP YOKE TENG
TheStar

The 11 new and extension rail lines sound like the best thing in the draft Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2020 and are crucial to meet the high population growth projected. Let’s put scepticism aside and assume that the lines can be completed on schedule, the city may still face trouble simply because other modes of public transport have been neglected.

According to town planning and transport management expert Goh Bok Yen, the city’s connectivity threatens to be crippled as the draft plan has over-emphasised the rail system while neglecting other modes of transport.

That is, unless the government could complete the proposed rail network comprising 11 new and extension lines in time.

If it fails, the scenario will be nightmarish as the draft plan projects and expects a surge of 600,000 in the city population, with development being intensified accordingly..

“We need a multi-model transport system. The draft plan does not spell out the necessary coordination among the major modes of public transport, namely taxi, stage bus, LRT, Monorail and KTM.

“Each of them plays a role to run as a system, none of them can be replaced by another,” Goh said.

While an extension of 131.21km to achieve a total of 233.61km within 12 years is achievable technically, the progress pattern of the existing LRT lines, in operation since 1996, makes one sceptical.

“Our pattern is that there’s always a delay in infrastructure of at least 10 years compared with targets set in previous plans, including the Kuala Lumpur Structure Plan 2020,” Goh said.

“The ambitious rail system is highly uncertain and, worse still, it serves as the backbone of the entire public transport system,” he said.

“Furthermore, in terms of transport, we have been slow as we have been following other people’s technology and management methods,” Goh said.

“We are talking about an urban railway that requires land acquisition and construction in a congested area,” he said.

The draft plan target is that by 2020, Kuala Lumpur would have increased its public transport share to 60%, which is the situation in London and Hong Kong now while Singapore has surpassed that.

Currently, hardly 20% of the KL population use public transport.

“One of the main problems in our existing public transport is the lack of coordination and lack of macro- level management. All the various modes are going individually. Yet, these problems are not addressed in the draft plan,” Goh said.

Little is mentioned about the role of the stage bus in the draft plan, except for the stricter implementation of bus lanes.

“We’re very optimistic about the potential of buses. It is one of the most flexible modes and we have 1,300 buses plying the city today,” Goh said.

“It is passive to just increase the number of buses in proportion to the population. Some world-class cities have what is known as the GPS (global positioning system) control, where taking the bus is just like taking the elevator, with one knowing exactly where and when it stops. We should also look into having different vehicles plying different routes to suit the areas,” he said.

Taxis are not mentioned at all in the draft plan, yet it has and can play a valuable role in easing public transport woes.

Goh cited the Maxi Taxi concept used in KL during the 1980s and in Scotland for community transportation as an environmentally-friendly option to send commuters from their homes to the rail stations.

The “Park and Ride” scheme is highlighted but based on observations and calculations, Goh thinks that the number of parking bays proposed is negligible.

On top of all that, the traffic plan seems to have also ignored the needs of the disabled and senior citizens.

While the future of the city public transport looks uncertain, congestion charges look set to be implemented.

Vehicles entering the city centre will be charged a fee at 14 locations. But, do not expect to go far with the amount you pay as the area allowed is even within MRR1.

“Public transport should be an effective substitute or it is not matured enough to implement congestion charges. The scheme’s impact on business, property and residents is substantial,” Goh said.

He also said he could not agree with the boundaries identified.

Freight vehicle management is another important aspect missed out by the draft plan.

The number of hypermarkets and retail outlets are expected to increase significantly, so will the demand for freight service.

“No world-class city can ignore this aspect of the public transport system. Introducing specific lorry routes is just a temporary measure. A set of clear guidelines must be formulated to manage that on a long-term basis,” Goh said.

Meanwhile, land use will need to be readjusted according to the rail lines. The transit planning zones (TPZ), which are areas located within 400m of existing or future rail stations, are designated for intense commercial and residential developments.

Goh sees a need to relocate many existing stations to bring in the idea of the TPZ.

“As of now, many of the stations are located at inaccessible areas with obvious physical barriers, or they have poor catchments and poor traffic dispersal, just look at the stations in Pandan and Rampai,” he said.

“Re-planning the stations may cost a lot but if the authorities insist on building around the existing ones, which are unsuitable because the earlier planning had overlooked certain fundamentals, the consequences will be worse,” he said.

Goh also said the traffic reports and proposals in the draft plan were too brief, with too many technical terms.

He said the preparation of the plan was apparently careless as there were many errors in the maps and graphs.

Goh said the validity of information was also questionable, with the reports quoting only two sources – the Klang Valley Public Transport Studies and the SMURT-KL Studies by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) that was conducted way back in the 1980s.

The draft Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2020 is supposed to elaborate what have been spelt out in the Kuala Lumpur Structure Plan 2020 but, amusingly, the structure plan contains more details, with careful considerations done on the various modes of public transport.

Thanks for the update. However most of us are now really wondering if this extension is going to come after all.

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HwangDBS positive on construction sector
Published: 2009/01/05

HwangDBS Vickers expects bigger construction players with good execution track records such as IJM Corp and WCT to emerge as winners given the increased focus on timely delivery

HWANGDBS Vickers Research Sdn Bhd said it sees the outlook for the local construction sector in 2009 as positive, boosted by the government's expenditure on infrastructure projects.

The high-profile jobs include extension of the Klang Valley light rail transit system and the inter-state water transfer.

"We expect 2009 to be the year for the government to play catch-up (after 2008's more muted allocation of construction projects) as pump priming efforts appear vital to ensure its internal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target of 3.5 per cent is met and the economy does not slip into recession," it wrote in its market focus report recently.

"The (government's) development expenditure of RM53.7 billion for 2009 is a hefty 16 per cent increase from 2008 estimates of RM46.3 billion. An additional RM7 billion was announced as part of a stimulus package in November," it said.

The foreign research firm also sees improved outlook for the construction sector's margins, as building material prices have corrected sharply.

The price of steel bars at RM1,900 per tonne has dropped from a peak of above RM4,000 per tonne.

"When material prices were at the peak, the government planned to delay some projects given the higher cost. The lower cost now will allow more projects to be implemented," it said.

HwangDBS Vickers said it expects bigger construction players with good execution track records such as IJM Corp Bhd and WCT Bhd to emerge as winners given the increased focus on timely delivery.

"Apart from potential government jobs, we believe IJM will be eyeing projects in India, the Middle East and private sector jobs in Malaysia. For WCT, we expect the group to leverage on their Middle East presence for order book replenishment," it said.

Meanwhile, its 12-month target for the Kuala Lumpur Composite Index is 950 points, based on 12 times 2010 earnings.

"In the near term, concerns about growth may continue to weigh on the market. In this environment, we like stocks with relatively resilient dividend flows.

"Utility-type/concession earnings at YTL Power Bhd, PLUS Expressway Bhd and Lingkaran Trans Kota Holdings Bhd should sustain high-dividend payouts," it added.

For 2008 and 2009, DBS expects the country's GDP to grow by 5.5 per cent and 3.3 per cent respectively. This estimate factors in another 50 basis points cut in the Bank Negara Malaysia's policy rate to 2.75 per cent by end first quarter of 2009.

http://www.btimes.com.my/articles/hwangdbsf/pix_bottom

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Soil tests for Subang LRT
February 16, 2009

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Initial soil testing has begun along the proposed route of the Subang Light Rail Transit (LRT).

Subang residents have been seeing earthworks being done along Persiaran Jengka and Persiaran Kewajipan over the past one week.

The tests are being conducted along Persiaran Jengka at SS17 and along the dividers between SS18 and SS14; and at the junction of Persiaran Kewajipan-USJ2.

Subang Jaya Municipal Council president Datuk Adnan Md Ikshan confirmed that the council had given permission to the contractors to carry out soil tests.

“They are just carrying out soil tests along the stretch.”

Asked if that was an indication that the LRT extension project had been given the green light, he replied: “The LRT project has not been approved yet.”

As announced last year when Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi tabled the Budget 2009 proposals, this new link will complement the existing LRT route from Kelana Jaya and connect with the Ampang line via Putra Heights and Puchong.

Twelve new stations along a 15km stretch will start from the Kelana Jaya station and pass through Subang to Puchong.

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Soil tests for Subang LRT


WoW..I didn't know they are finally taking real action on..

KL light rail on track for upgrade
KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 — The first upgrade of Kuala Lumpur's urban transport network is set to take off, with two firms hired to come up with designs to extend the city's two light rail systems by 16km.

The government has set the firms an August deadline, after which construction work is expected to begin.

Sources said that two months ago, Syarikat Prasarana Negara, a government agency that oversees national urban transport, awarded design contracts to HSS Integrated and Minconsult, two of Malaysia's largest civil engineering consultancies.

The management side of the project is said to have been awarded to Opus, a state-owned company in the United Engineers group.

The contracts will kick-start Malaysia's largest infrastructure project in recent years - a RM6 billion job that should help reflate the country's shrinking economy.

In addition, another RM1 billion will be needed to buy additional rolling stock from Bombardier of France.

The funds are not part of the recently announced stimulus package — they are expected to be raised through a bond offer by Syarikat Prasarana.

The project stops short of an original plan that called for a new 40km line connecting the new suburb of Kota Damansara with Cheras, one of KL's oldest and most populated suburbs.

Sources said that this was probably due to budget constraints, as the new line was estimated to cost RM11-12 billion. Each extension will, instead, cost about RM3 billion.

HSS Integrated will do the design work on extending the Star line, which runs from Sentul in downturn KL to Desa Petaling to the south.

The extension will enlarge the network almost to Puchong, west of the city, where it will meet the Putra line, the extension of which is being designed by Minconsult.

Putra runs from Ampang in KL to Petaling Jaya to the west. The extension will take it to Subang Jaya and then around to Puchong. Each extension is expected to benefit more than a million people. — Business Times Singapore

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at last :)

they stop the Charas Line? what da f....

if RM12billion is expensive, then do they think this price can be reduced in the future. take the double track project which has been delayed. the cost to resume it is way more expensive.

so, better build now or you will lose more money in the future. this is an INVESTMENT. don't they know the definition of it?

that is news from singapore maa....can we trust them.... if u ask prasarana , they never had said this kind of statement..... the project is within their feasibility study....

dun worry soon enough they will announce ok...

that is news from singapore maa....can we trust them.... if u ask prasarana , they never had said this kind of statement..... the project is within their feasibility study....

dun worry soon enough they will announce ok...
It was posted at the Malaysian Insider http://m.themalaysianinsider.com/ar...ack-for-upgrade too. TRANSIT (http://transitmy.org) has also updated their site with comments.

Cheers, m

CIMB Research last week said IJM Corp Bhd was eyeing nine major contracts worth at least RM9.4bil in total.

Eight are domestic projects. These include the job to build a hospital in Putrajaya, two packages involving the Pahang-Selangor interstate water project, the West Coast Expressway, the new low-cost carrier terminal in Sepang, work related to the Penang Second Bridge project and upcoming contracts to extend the existing two light rail transit (LRT) lines in the Klang Valley.


Contracts to extend the existing two LRT lines in the Klang Valley are among the upcoming projects.
All these contracts are in various stages of negotiations, and tenders for some of these projects are yet to be called.

Other companies were also reported to be in the running for some of the projects being targeted by IJM. The prospective IJM job list gave some insight into the value of big domestic construction works that are in the pipeline.

Recently, WCT Bhd was reported to be in the process of finalising some RM500mil worth of jobs in Sabah.

There is also talk about a new LRT line being planned to link Kota Damansara and Cheras that is estimated to cost RM30bil.

http://biz.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/4/14/business/3669841&sec=business

Residents claim proposed LRT lines too close to homes
By BAVANI M


MORE than a hundred residents living in Taman Esplanad in Bukit Jalil Kuala Lumpur staged a peaceful protest on Saturday to object to a proposed LRT extension running through their neighbourhood.

The residents are worried that if approved, the lines located some 12 metres from their backyard, will pose problems to those living in the area.

“The LRT alignments were proposed in the Draft Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2020 (DKLCP2020) and we had already made our objections at a public hearing committee last year. But, we were surprised to discover that soil investigation work is currently being carried out at the site,’’ said a resident who only wished to be identified as Soh.

According to Soh, if the project goes through, residents in the area will be facing a lot of problems that will affect their quality of life.

“We are talking about noise and dust pollution, soil erosion and vibrations and safety aspects,’’ Soh said.

Esplanad Residents Association vice-chairman Jason Lim said the residents were not against development, nor objecting to the proposed line along their houses, but they were against the proximity of the lines.

“The lines are literally next to our bedrooms,’’ Lim said. “It will not only disturb our sleep at night but due to the close proximity of the lines, commuters can actually peek into our bedrooms,’’ he added.

The residents are hoping that the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) would consider re-locating the lines closer to the Kesas Highway instead which is 97 metres away from the houses.

Proposal for temporary extension of Kelana Jaya LRT (http://transitmy.org/2009/04/28/proposal-for-temporary-extension-of-kelana-jaya-lrt/)

Cheers, m

Proposal for temporary extension of Kelana Jaya LRT (http://transitmy.org/2009/04/28/proposal-for-temporary-extension-of-kelana-jaya-lrt/)

Cheers, m

don't you think the proposed station is too close to Kelana Jaya Station which can only be served by feeder bus?

one more thing Mr. Moaz, i thought you mentioned before that KL doesn't need tram as 'efficient bus service' alone could cater KL inner city traffic congestion. but in TRANSIT, you (or other TRANSIT member) commented that tram is a good option while referring to Toronto's LRV

Proposal for temporary extension of Kelana Jaya LRT (http://transitmy.org/2009/04/28/proposal-for-temporary-extension-of-kelana-jaya-lrt/)

Cheers, m

I can't seem to locate the readily available platforms/roofing that you mentioned, at the spot of the proposed station. Is it available on google earth?

Are there any engineering and operational constraints?

don't you think the proposed station is too close to Kelana Jaya Station which can only be served by feeder bus?

one more thing Mr. Moaz, i thought you mentioned before that KL doesn't need tram as 'efficient bus service' alone could cater KL inner city traffic congestion. but in TRANSIT, you (or other TRANSIT member) commented that tram is a good option while referring to Toronto's LRVHi Osh...although the station is close to Kelana Jaya, extending it to the other side of the NKVE will bring about more space for expansion of the service.

There are other stations that are quite close on the line as well - such as Kelana Jaya and Taman Bahagia or Asia Jaya and Taman Jaya.

Lembah Subang is an up-and-coming area and combined with Ara Damansara there is a great deal of potential for business development.

As for the trams, it is true that an efficient bus service will meet the current needs of KL city public transport - but to get get people to and from KL we need something that has higher capacity than buses.

A modern LRV has the same passenger capacity as the current 2-carriage Kelana Jaya line trains.

The modern LRV has far greater flexibility because it can be operated at street level, underground, above ground. It can also operate in mixed traffic and in isolated right-of-way -this flexibility means that there are many ways to save costs.

Cheers, m

I can't seem to locate the readily available platforms/roofing that you mentioned, at the spot of the proposed station. Is it available on google earth?

Are there any engineering and operational constraints?Sorry the google earth is not the clearest. The spot where the roofing and platform are available extend from just beyond the site of the proposed station, on a north-west orientation.

In terms of engineering constraints, they would have to build a station that is located at ground level but the location is very close to the elevated guideway....the station would have to be located safely away from the guideway so there would be no problem with incoming trains.

Another constraint would be the location of the actual platform. The current maintenance platforms are quite narrow so a newer, widened platform would have to be constructed.

Other operational constraints include keeping the service operating while the new extension is being constructed, as well as finding space for feeder buses and car parks.

Right now the timing is pretty wierd. RapidKL could start the extension project by the end of 2009 and then open up a new station when ready - possibly by the end of 2011. In that case it might be better to wait.

But if that temporary station had been built in, say 2004 ... then it would have made a huge difference already in the Lembah Subang area as well as to the west and the south.

Cheers, m

Sorry the google earth is not the clearest. The spot where the roofing and platform are available extend from just beyond the site of the proposed station, on a north-west orientation.

In terms of engineering constraints, they would have to build a station that is located at ground level but the location is very close to the elevated guideway....the station would have to be located safely away from the guideway so there would be no problem with incoming trains.

Another constraint would be the location of the actual platform. The current maintenance platforms are quite narrow so a newer, widened platform would have to be constructed.

Other operational constraints include keeping the service operating while the new extension is being constructed, as well as finding space for feeder buses and car parks.

Right now the timing is pretty wierd. RapidKL could start the extension project by the end of 2009 and then open up a new station when ready - possibly by the end of 2011. In that case it might be better to wait.

But if that temporary station had been built in, say 2004 ... then it would have made a huge difference already in the Lembah Subang area as well as to the west and the south.

Cheers, m

It’s not really about the clarity of google earth, but the actual location of the identified station. I think the picture and the accompanying letter in your link are very misleading.

The constraints you highlighted indicate quite clearly that it is not as simple as a “temporary extension of the LRT”. I’m still trying to understand what is a “temporary extension”.

It’s not really about the clarity of google earth, but the actual location of the identified station. I think the picture and the accompanying letter in your link are very misleading.

The constraints you highlighted indicate quite clearly that it is not as simple as a “temporary extension of the LRT”. I’m still trying to understand what is a “temporary extension”.Im sorry that you feel that way - it is not my intention to mislead anyone - but perhaps there is a misunderstanding.

I cannot determine the exact location for the station because I dont have access to RapidKL's plans for the depot. The location that I placed the station is the best place to have it for access to the NKVE and to the roads (and housing developments) on both sides of the tracks.

As for "not as simple" that is really a matter of semantics. The guideway is already there so a great deal of the capital expense of an extension is already paid for. Platforms can be constructed very easily - and a station could be ready in a matter of months. Car parks and bus depot may not be necessary. If rapidKL chooses to use existing platforms in the maintenance area it would take even less time.

The challenge for RapidKL is to decide what they want to do:

*convert a maintenance platform to revenue service, or
*build a completely new platform
*build a completely new station as part of the extension
*do nothing

The "temporary extension" is because the actual route of the future extension also has yet to be determined. There may not be a station at Lembah Subang as part of the new extension - just the depot. It is quite possible they will build the station near the PLUS HQ (the very eastern tip of Glenmarie)

Cheers, m

LRT extension works pick up pace
Tags: LRT | Syarikat Prasarana Negara
Written by Yantoultra Ngui Yichen
Tuesday, 05 May 2009 11:10

KUALA LUMPUR: Work have started picking up to kick start the estimated RM7 billion light rail transit (LRT) extension jobs in Kuala Lumpur.

Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, a unit of the Ministry of Finance that oversees public infrastructure projects, has invited locally incorporated companies to submit the “expression of interest (EOI)” to participate in the extension and upgrading of the KL light rail transit system project.

The EOI is for consultancy, civil works, mechanical and electrical jobs. “It is sort of a pre-qualification bidding process,” said an industry source. It is learnt that the government is hoping to see construction work start within the next three to four months and is pushing for Prasarana to get the ball rolling.

When contacted by The Edge Financial Daily, a spokesperson from Prasarana said the project details would be announced to the public at the appropriate time.

She added that the EOI had no specific closing date.

The LRT extension job is one of the biggest public spending items in the government’s list this year. The job entails extension of the existing LRT lines to Subang Jaya. The two lines are the Kelana Jaya Line (formerly known as Putra LRT) and the Ampang Line (formerly know as the Star LRT).

Contractors had long set their eyes on the 16km LRT extension projects as there are very few big- ticket items on offer. The other major public infrastructure project is the inter-state raw water transfer project where the award for the main tunnelling job was given out yesterday to a consortium led by Shimuzu Corp of Japan.

On the extension of the LRT lines, it was reported to cost a total of RM7 billion, which include RM1 billion to buy additional rolling stock from Bombardier Inc of Canada. Bombardier has the proprietary technology rights to the existing LRT systems.

The jobs are generally broken into two packages — the civil construction works and mechanical and electrical works. Apart from Bombardier, companies such as Scomi Group, Global Rail Sdn Bhd and the YTL Group are also said to be eyeing a portion of the mechanical and electrical works.

With regard to the civil construction works, reports say that companies such as UEM Builders Bhd, IJM Corp Bhd, Malaysian Resources Corporation Bhd, YTL and Loh & Loh Construction Bhd were expected to bid for the jobs.

Late last year, Prasarana appointed consultants — Minconsult Sdn Bhd and HSS Integrated Sdn Bhd — for the design and consultancy job.

The project management part of the job has been awarded to Opus Group Bhd, a unit of the United Engineers group.

Prasarana is now headed by former POS Malaysia Bhd chief executive officer Datuk Idrose Mohamed. He replaced former chief executive officer Shaipudin Shah Harun who suddenly resigned from Prasarana on Sept 19, 2008.

This article appeared in The Edge Financial Daily, May 5, 2009.

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Works are going on

Im sorry that you feel that way - it is not my intention to mislead anyone - but perhaps there is a misunderstanding.

I cannot determine the exact location for the station because I dont have access to RapidKL's plans for the depot. The location that I placed the station is the best place to have it for access to the NKVE and to the roads (and housing developments) on both sides of the tracks.

As for "not as simple" that is really a matter of semantics. The guideway is already there so a great deal of the capital expense of an extension is already paid for. Platforms can be constructed very easily - and a station could be ready in a matter of months. Car parks and bus depot may not be necessary. If rapidKL chooses to use existing platforms in the maintenance area it would take even less time.

The challenge for RapidKL is to decide what they want to do:

*convert a maintenance platform to revenue service, or
*build a completely new platform
*build a completely new station as part of the extension
*do nothing

The "temporary extension" is because the actual route of the future extension also has yet to be determined. There may not be a station at Lembah Subang as part of the new extension - just the depot. It is quite possible they will build the station near the PLUS HQ (the very eastern tip of Glenmarie)

Cheers, m

:):)

http://media7.dropshots.com/photos/621614/20090503/r90_010858.jpg (http://www.dropshots.com/smukek#date/2009-05-03/01:08:58)

Works are going on

..where is it?

..where is it?

Damai station. Upgrading system for the 4 car train set.(expansion fleet program and extension of KLJ line)

Damai station. Upgrading system for the 4 car train set.(expansion fleet program and extension of KLJ line)
Ive got to go and see the workers and the project one Sunday morning.

Cheers, m

Ive got to go and see the workers and the project one Sunday morning.

Cheers, m

Beware of road block...lol

Beware of road block...lol

will do.

Cheers, m

Im sorry that you feel that way - it is not my intention to mislead anyone - but perhaps there is a misunderstanding.

The information in your letter did not tally, while it went on to quote low construction costs – that was why I felt it was misleading.

I have some queries to your suggestions.
*convert a maintenance platform to revenue service, or
Would you then need to rebuild/ replace the lost maintenance platform (especially when we're anticipating new 4-car trains.)?

*build a completely new platform
The best proposed location (as per your image) seems to be on a downward-sloping viaduct. Can a standard station/ platform be still built?

*build a completely new station as part of the extension
This is actually outside your temporary extension proposal, but don’t you think that it’s probably more ideal?

*do nothing
Related to the above. I also think that a depot should remain a depot, as far as possible.

The information in your letter did not tally, while it went on to quote low construction costs – that was why I felt it was misleading.

I have some queries to your suggestions.

Would you then need to rebuild/ replace the lost maintenance platform (especially when we're anticipating new 4-car trains.)?


The best proposed location (as per your image) seems to be on a downward-sloping viaduct. Can a standard station/ platform be still built?


This is actually outside your temporary extension proposal, but don’t you think that it’s probably more ideal?


Related to the above. I also think that a depot should remain a depot, as far as possible.

With the guideway and the maintence sheds already built, the most significant portion of the construction costs has already been paid for.

To respond to your questions,

1. Prasarana is already expanding their storage and maintenance facility for the 4-carriage trains.

2. The location of the station is ideal for passenger access from north, south, and east. The actual platform would not be placed on the downward-sloping viaduct. I leave it to Prasarana and RapidKL to decide where the best exact location for the platform would be from their point of view.

3. The indication rom Prasarana and RapidKL is that they may include a station at the Lembah Subang area - or it might be located at the PLUS HQ and the Subang Toll plaza.

If Prasarana does ultimately choose to build a full-capacity station on the extension at Lembah Subang - that would be nicer than a temporary station - but then people would have to wait for 3-5 years.

4. I dont see a problem with having revenue service at or near to / next to a depot if service and maintenance do not interfere with each other.

*RapidKL's Ampang LRT station is located next to their main depot.

*The Kota Damansara Cheras line will be built with a depot in Sg. Buloh. The plan is to interchange the KD-C line with the KTM service at Sg. Buloh.

*If Prasarana does build a station at Lembah Subang, it would be next to the depot.

*The extension of the Kelana Jaya line to Putra Heights will allow Prasarana to build a new depot in Putra Heights. The Putra Heights station will be next to the depot.

There is a poor example though - the KL Monorail depot. It is quite close to 'KL Sentral' and taking trains off line or adding trains to the line can cause delays.

Cheers, m

With the guideway and the maintence sheds already built, the most significant portion of the construction costs has already been paid for.

To respond to your questions,

1. Prasarana is already expanding their storage and maintenance facility for the 4-carriage trains.

2. The location of the station is ideal for passenger access from north, south, and east. The actual platform would not be placed on the downward-sloping viaduct. I leave it to Prasarana and RapidKL to decide where the best exact location for the platform would be from their point of view.

3. The indication rom Prasarana and RapidKL is that they may include a station at the Lembah Subang area - or it might be located at the PLUS HQ and the Subang Toll plaza.

If Prasarana does ultimately choose to build a full-capacity station on the extension at Lembah Subang - that would be nicer than a temporary station - but then people would have to wait for 3-5 years.

4. I dont see a problem with having revenue service at or near to / next to a depot if service and maintenance do not interfere with each other.

*RapidKL's Ampang LRT station is located next to their main depot.

*The Kota Damansara Cheras line will be built with a depot in Sg. Buloh. The plan is to interchange the KD-C line with the KTM service at Sg. Buloh.

*If Prasarana does build a station at Lembah Subang, it would be next to the depot.

*The extension of the Kelana Jaya line to Putra Heights will allow Prasarana to build a new depot in Putra Heights. The Putra Heights station will be next to the depot.

There is a poor example though - the KL Monorail depot. It is quite close to 'KL Sentral' and taking trains off line or adding trains to the line can cause delays.

Cheers, m

Regardless, it is still lost maintenance capacity if a platform is given up and building a replacement would incur more costs when the need arises. None of the examples given actually show a station within the depot facilities, but next to it. Its fine if it is an independent station next to the depot.

You have to be patient. 3-5 years should be tolerable for a still-developing area like Lembah Subang.

Bantah bina rel LRT

Oleh SITI AIRUNNISA ALAUI
kota@utusan.com.my


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PENDUDUK Taman Esplanade, Bukit Jalil membuat bantahan terhadap projek penyambungan sistem LRT yang akan melalui kawasan berdekatan kediaman mereka, semalam. - UTUSAN/ABDUL NAZIR MOHAMED

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BUKIT JALIL 10 Mei - Seramai 61 keluarga di perumahan Taman Esplanade, Bukit Jalil mengadakan bantahan secara aman hari ini kerana membantah pembinaan sambungan sistem Transit Aliran Ringan (LRT) dari arah Sri Petaling menuju ke Subang Jaya.

Penduduk mendakwa, bantahan tersebut dilakukan kerana pembinaan LRT berkenaan tidak bersesuaian memandangkan ia terlalu hampir dengan kawasan perumahan.

Dakwa mereka lagi, kerja-kerja pembinaan rel LRT berkenaan sudah tentu akan mengganggu ketenteraman penduduk kerana ia akan dibina sama tinggi dengan tingkat dua kediaman mereka selain terlalu hampir dengan rumah-rumah.

Seorang penduduk yang ditemui, Chan Kok Kwang Ong, 65, melahirkan rasa bimbang apabila pembinaan LRT bakal disambung ke kawasan kediamannya itu.

Beliau yang telah empat tahun tinggal di rumah berkenaan berkata, jarak pembinaan rel LRT tersebut terlalu dekat sehingga boleh membahayakan keselamatan penduduk.

"Mengikut ukuran yang telah dibuat untuk pembinaan rel LRT berkenaan, jarak antara dinding rumah dan penanda ukuran berkenaan hanya 60 meter sahaja.

"Saya amat tidak bersetuju kerana terdapat kawasan lapang di seberang sungai dan laluan rel LRT berkenaan boleh melencong ke kawasan tersebut tanpa mengganggu kawasan perumahan di sini," ujarnya.

Seorang lagi penduduk, Ellaine Chooi, 42, pula mendakwa penyambungan laluan LRT ke Subang Jaya itu bakal menambah banyak masalah.

Jelasnya, kawasan tersebut yang terletak di lereng bukit dan berhampiran dengan sungai tidak sesuai dijadikan rel LRT kerana akan memudahkan berlakunya kejadian tanah runtuh serta banjir.

"Saya hairan mengapa Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) boleh meluluskan pelan untuk pembinaan rel LRT di kawasan ini memandangkan ia tidak bersesuaian.

"Saya bimbang projek ini akan mengakibatkan struktur tanah tidak kuat lagi dan jika hujan lebat nanti pastinya keadaan akan menjadi buruk," jelasnya.

Simon Tan Tiang Jok, 49, pula memberitahu, sebelum ini dia telah beberapa kali menulis surat kepada DBKL membuat aduan namun sehingga kini tiada jawapan yang diterima.

"Saya hairan mengapa DBKL meluluskan pelan pembinaan rel LRT tersebut di dalam Draf Pelan Kuala Lumpur 2020 sedangkan mengetahui kawasan ini tidak sesuai.

"Penduduk di sini bukan mahu membantah pembangunan yang akan dibuat namun seharusnya pihak berwajib dapat mengkaji sebelum meluluskan sesuatu keputusan," jelasnya.

Sementara itu, Ketua Pasukan Pergerakan Khidmat Masyarakat MCA Pemuda Bandar Tun Razak, Lawrence Ng berkata, beliau akan menulis surat dan berbincang dengan DBKL dan Kementerian Wilayah Persekutuan tentang isu berkenaan esok.

"Saya berharap penduduk dapat bersabar tentang isu ini. Saya berjanji akan mengadakan perjumpaan dengan mereka yang terlibat untuk menyelesaikan masalah ini dan saya yakin ia boleh diselesaikan secara baik memandangkan pembinaan rel tersebut masih belum dibina," jelasnya.

You have to be patient. 3-5 years should be tolerable for a still-developing area like Lembah Subang.Yeah, we are at point where it makes sense to wait anyways...the only thing Im really expecting to come out of this is to make sure that a station get built at Lembah Subang.

But it's not just for Lembah Subang ... but also Shah Alam & Subang Jaya & the Subang Airport workers that would benefit.

Imagine if a decent station had been built at the edge of the depot 5 years ago...

Cheers, m

Penduduk bantah pembinaan stesen LRT



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INI DIA...Chin menunjukkan pelan tapak pembinaan LRT.


KUALA LUMPUR: Jika dulu penduduk Taman Esplanad, Bukit Jalil di sini, berbangga dan bersyukur kerana memiliki kediaman unggul umpama mahligai impian dengan persekitaran segar, nyaman serta menghijau, kini masing-masing ‘pening kepala’ memikirkan pembinaan landasan sistem transit aliran ringan (LRT) yang jaraknya tidak sampai 40 meter dari rumah mereka.

Penduduk bertambah risau tatkala mendapat tahu ‘mimpi ngeri’ mereka bermula apabila kerja kaji selidik kesesuaian tanah dimulakan Februari lalu, disusuli kerja mengorek tanah sedangdijalankan.

Rata-rata di kalangan penduduk juga kesal berikutan kerja pembinaan tidak dimaklumkan terlebih dulu.

Berikutan tidak puas hati dengan apa yang berlaku, penduduk menghantar surat rayuan kepada Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) supaya menganjakkan pembinaan landasan terbabit ke seberang sungai berhampiran yang terletak kira-kira 360 meter dari kawasan kediaman mereka.

Namun, penduduk mendakwa, surat yang dihantar mereka langsung tidak diendahkan pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) itu.

Rasa tidak puas hati mereka disuarakan kira-kira 200 penduduk dalam satu demonstrasi aman di kawasan perumahan berkenaan.

Demonstrasi aman itu ‘dihiasi’ pelbagai sepanduk dan poster bertulis pelbagai slogan serta kata-kata pedas mempersoalkan cadangan pembinan stesen LRT itu.

Sementara itu, Ketua Persatuan Penduduk Taman Esplanad, Chin Choong Men, berkata penduduk cuma mengetahui kawasan kediaman mereka termasuk dalam laluan pengangkutan rel bersepadu melalui Draf Pelan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur 2020.

“Cadangan kerajaan memperluaskan rangkaian pengangkutan awam sangat dialu-alukan, malah kami tidak menolak pembinaannya laluan itu, tapi sepatutnya, bincanglah dulu dengan penduduk atau buat perancangan lebih rapi,” katanya.

Yeah, we are at point where it makes sense to wait anyways...the only thing Im really expecting to come out of this is to make sure that a station get built at Lembah Subang.

But it's not just for Lembah Subang ... but also Shah Alam & Subang Jaya & the Subang Airport workers that would benefit.

Imagine if a decent station had been built at the edge of the depot 5 years ago...

Cheers, m

Yup, but then again, many more things should have been done 5 years ago. :ohno:

Yup, but then again, many more things should have been done 5 years ago. :ohno:I hear that...

and now now it seems that 5 years after the first announcement was made Prasarana is trying to 'railroad' the extensions through without giving due consideration to how people are feeling about it. :bash:

Chjeers, m

SJ Echo posted the following article today about concerns regarding the LRT extension to Putra Heights.

http://www.sjecho.com.my/?page=article&id=860

See comments from TRANSIT as well.

http://transitmy.org/2009/05/14/article-all-rumours-says-minister-of-transport/

The Minister has made it clear that the plan is not complete and the 3month objection period has not started yet.

I simply want to know why it has taken 5 years?

Cheers, m

Hello, anyone know when the new train sets will be ready for use?

Hello, anyone know when the new train sets will be ready for use?Ive been told that the new trains are being tested on the line already and the first 7 sets will be operating by September-October of this year.

Cheers, m

I hear that...

and now now it seems that 5 years after the first announcement was made Prasarana is trying to 'railroad' the extensions through without giving due consideration to how people are feeling about it. :bash:

Chjeers, m

well, maybe they desperately want people to give ticket for them to go out from the office after the next election....sigh.

5 years is too long.....shame

actually i'm soooo lost in this news..... wats de govt plan for lrt extension where to where??? this thing cannot drag on for another 6mths aiyo...

actually i'm soooo lost in this news..... wats de govt plan for lrt extension where to where??? this thing cannot drag on for another 6mths aiyo...It will drag on a lot longer.

There are 7 separate stages that they have to go through in the planning process - they are on step 2 if I recall :bash:

Cheers, m

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hey this is great - where did you get it from?

Im going to be interviewed tomorrow along with Mr. Goh regarding transport issues in KL - this is a great reference to have for discussion.

Cheers, m

Isu bina LRT tunggu bantahan Draf Pelan KL


KUALA LUMPUR: Penduduk Kampung Padang Balang di sini diminta menunggu keputusan penuh mengenai bantahan terhadap Draf Pelan Kuala Lumpur 2020 (DPBRKL 2020) Ogos ini selepas jawatankuasa yang dilantik selesai mengkaji semua perkara.

Menteri Wilayah Persekutuan, Datuk Raja Nong Chik Raja Zainal Abidin berkata, penduduk diminta bersabar kerana jawatankuasa kini sedang meneliti semua bantahan dan membuat kajian terperinci mengenai setiap bantahan yang dikemukakan.

“Saya menerima maklumat penduduk di sini tidak berpuas hati dengan cadangan pembinaan stesen LRT serta projek perumahan mewah yang akan didirikan atas tanah mereka dan mendakwa Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) tidak mengadakan perbincangan terlebih dulu.

“Bantahan boleh dikemukakan sehingga Jun ini dengan mengemukakan surat dan asas yang kukuh bagi membolehkan jawatankuasa dilantik menjalankan kajian menyeluruh mengenai sesuatu isu yang dikemukakan,” katanya selepas merasmikan Majlis Jubli Perak Masjid Saidina Ali di sini, semalam.

Raja Nong Chik berkata, selepas menerima maklum balas penduduk, kita akan teliti dan siasat sama ada ia berasas sebelum dibincangkan.

“Apa pun kami sentiasa akan mengambil kira semua faktor kerana tidak mahu kampung ini tertinggal dari segi pembangunan. Apa juga keputusannya, saya harap kedua-dua pihak mendapat manfaat yang sama.

“Melalui tinjauan saya, projek LRT yang terdapat dalam DPBRKL 2020 berhampiran dengan sekolah agama dan ia boleh memudahkan pergerakan kanak-kanak ke sekolah. Namun kami juga akan meneliti lain-lain faktor sama ada ia sesuai atau pun tidak diwujudkan di situ,” katanya.

Sementara itu, Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Bertindak Penduduk, Zainal Abidin Maas, 67, berkata kesemua penduduk kampung terbabit mengemukakan bantahan ke atas DPBRKL 2020 kerana tidak

mengambil kira faktor warisan dan pusaka penduduk kampung berkenaan.

"Kami tidak mahu perkara ini berlaku kerana kawasan ini diteroka sejak lebih 100 tahun lalu. Kami juga rasa terhina apabila kampung ini dikatakan kawasan setinggan dan usang," katanya.

SJ folk say yes to LRT
By OH ING YEEN


WHILE Subang Jaya residents welcome the proposal for the LRT extension to their township, they unanimously agreed that it should not be built through residential areas.

More than 200 residents and students studying in Subang Jaya attended the meeting at the 3K complex multipurpose hall to air their views on the proposed LRT service on Saturday.

A resident, who introduced himself as Chong, said: “While we welcome the LRT, make sure it won’t fly over my house,” as the residents applauded upon hearing his opinion.

The meeting was initiated by Kelana Jaya MCA and co-organised by the Subang Jaya Residents Association (RA), USJ RA, Bandar Sunway RA, Subang Jaya Senior Citizens Club, Subang Jaya Consumers Association, Subang Jaya Coffee, Bar and Restaurant Association, and the Song Ling Choir Association. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat and Kelana Jaya MCA chairman Ong Chong Swen attended the meeting.

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All ears: Ong Tee Keat and Ong Chong Swen listening to views by the public during the meeting.

Prasarana group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed gave a presentation on the proposed route and answered questions from the residents.

The proposed 17km route will continue from the Kelana Jaya line and run through the Subang Jaya KTM station, Kesas Highway, Jalan Jengka, Persiaran Kewajipan, Summit USJ, Taipan USJ, up to Putra Heights.

However, the press were not allowed to obtain copies of the proposed route nor take photos of it as it was not the finalised version.

“The basis of the route is high travel demand and minimal social impact. We try to minimise land acquisition,” said Idrose.

“The railway scheme centre route plan and details of land acquisition will be on public display for three months to provide an opportunity for feedback and any comments will be taken into consideration,” he said.

He added that there would be park-and-ride facilities at three of the stations, including at the Subang Jaya KTM station.

“The multi-level parking facility can cater up to 1,000 to 1,500 cars,” he said.

Upon hearing the proposed routes, some residents expressed their concerns about the congestion that would be caused by the construction, illegal parking and feeder buses.

“The construction at the roundabout in Jalan Kewajipan caused congestions. We don’t want any more construction or development there,” a resident said.

To that, Idrose said the LRT serves to take cars off the road and it will cater to 1.4 million people, hence there will be less congestion in the Jalan Kewajipan and Jalan Jengka.

USJ RA member Melvin Lee said if the LRT station were to be integrated with the KTM station, it will cause more congestion in that area.

He added that feeder buses should be provided to ferry people to the stations as it would defeat the idea of reducing congestion if people had to drive to the LRT stations.

Residents and students studying in Bandar Sunway expressed their wish for the LRT line to be extended to their area, too.

Elizabeth Lee, who spoke on behalf of Sunway and Monash University students, said: “We hope that the LRT line can be extended to Sunway as the students are constantly fleeced by taxi drivers,” she said.

Mass Transit Klang Valley (Transit) adviser Moaz Yusuf Ahmad finds that the presentation was good but felt that it should have taken place many years ago.

“The coordination between the agencies in Selangor should be improved as there is an inconsistency between the Selangor Structure Plan, Subang Jaya Local Draft Plan, and the structure plan by Prasarana,” he said.

Transport Minister Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat said he had received many e-mails from Subang Jaya residents, hence the town hall meeting was the best way for the people to voice out their opinion.

“The views expressed by residents have been taken into consideration,” said Ong.

“Gone are the days of ‘Government knows best’. We are here to solicit the residents’ views,” he said in his speech.

Kelana Jaya MCA chairman Ong Chong Swen, in her speech said: “The LRT extension is much awaited. Many will benefit as it will ease traffic and reduce transportation problems but some are also worried that it may affect their livelihood and business.

“Although it is just a proposed route, at least we can have a view on how the route will look like,” she said.

TRANSIT has posted reproductions of the proposed route from Kelana Jaya to USJ and Putra Heights.

See the reproduction and comments at:

http://transitmy.org/2009/07/27/proposed-extension-of-kelana-jaya-line-not-finalized/

Cheers, m

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The new line cost for RM25bil!!!?! That's very high cost indeed!!

The new line cost for RM25bil!!!?! That's very high cost indeed!!

Yep, the cost for acquiring the land is not that cheap my friend.

Yep, the cost for acquiring the land is not that cheap my friend.It is likely that they are going to try to minimize land acquisition as much as possible by running along roads/expressways/TNB allowances/river allowances.

So most of the cost involved is going to be capital - the cost of constructing the elevated guideway and more importantly, the cost of the tunnels.

The current plan will have a tunnel from Brickfields all the way to Pudu - via Bukit Bintang ... so that will account for the majority of the costs.

And frankly, RM25 billion is a low estimate ... with inflation and other cost overruns factored in it will probably cost more than 30 billion.

But now is a good time to start a project like this, since the cost of materials and labour and land is quite low.

Cheers, m

Views on Kelana Jaya rail project sought
2009/09/14
Halim Said
http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/Section/index_html?section=national

http://streets.nst.com.my/Monday/Stories/20090914093151/insidepix1
Hannah Yeoh hopes there will be ample parking lots for commuters

KUALA LUMPUR: The public can now give their inputs on the proposed extension of the Kelana Jaya light rail transit line (LRT 2 KL).

The proposed extension from the Kelana Jaya station to Putra Heights will be available for public inspection for three months beginning tomorrow.

In a notice published in major newspapers recently, Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd said the route plan and other details would be made available at the Department of Railways at Menara Dayabumi, Kuala Lumpur City Hall, Petaling Jaya City Council, Shah Alam City Council and Subang Jaya Municipal Council.

The public inspection of the documents is until Dec 14.


The documents, including details of the route alignment, stations and carparks, are available for viewing from 9am to 7pm, Mondays to Fridays.

They are also available online at the Department of Railways website at www.dor.gov. my.

Any comments and objections should be in writing and submitted to the Department of Railways' director-general's office on or before Dec 14.

The extension of the Kelana Jaya line by Prasarana will see the development of a 17km stretch, connecting the Kelana Jaya station to the Putra Heights station in Subang Jaya, where construction work is expected to begin end of next year.

According to the notice, the project, among others, will involve the construction of tracks and stations, carparks, purchase of new train-sets, and the installation of an integrated signalling system, communication system, power supply system and automatic fare collection system.

Subang Jaya state assemblyman Hannah Yeoh urged all those affected by the project to look through the documents and submit their views.

She also urged Prasarana to station officers familiar with the project details to answer queries from the public attending the inspection.

Yeoh said she had been told that the extension would begin from the existing Kelana Jaya station to the KTM station near Subang Parade and then passing along Jalan Jengka, the Kesas Highway, The Summit, Persiaran Kewajipan and finally, stopping at Putra Heights.

Although she welcomed the project as a good initiative to alleviate the traffic congestion in Subang Jaya, Yeoh was concerned about the availability of carparks to accommodate commuters.

"Prasarana pointed out that by 2015, over 200,000 Subang Jaya residents will benefit from the service.

"If 10 per cent of the residents use the train daily, would Prasarana be able to provide 20,000 lots for carparks?"

Yeoh said there should also be a good feeder bus service.

Meanwhile, Transit, a non-governmental organisation, has expressed concern on whether the feedback raised by the residents would be considered by the government.

Transit's adviser Moaz Yusuf Ahmad said a project of such magnitude should have been made available for public inspection during the initial planning stage.

Moaz said residents of Putra Heights were worried that once the station was built, the power lines would be too close for comfort.

"The residents also fear that floods may occur as the retaining wall from a mining pool in Subang Alam may not be able to withstand the piling works for the development of the tracks," he said.

Moaz added that Prasarana should look into redeveloping its Subang train depot in Ara Damansara and convert it into an operating station to improve the public transport system for Subang Jaya.

Prasarana group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed is expected to disclose details of the project at a press conference today.

Feedback for LRT extension sought
Published: 2009/09/14



Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd (SPNB) will display for three months the proposed alignment for the LRT extension line project for both Kelana Jaya and Ampang beginning tomorrow.

During this period, the public may give their constructive feedback on the project by visiting the designated locations or visit the dedicated website set up for the purpose.

Its managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said the proposed Ampang Line LRT extension will begin from the Sri Petaling station, passing through Kinrara and Puchong areas before ending at Putra Heights, covering a distance of 17.7 km with 13 new stations.

The proposed Kelana Jaya LRT extension will begin from the Kelana Jaya station itself and pass through 13 new stations, including Subang Jaya and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights covering a distance of 17 km. -- Bernama

Lots of info posted here

http://transitmy.org/2009/09/14/public-notice-filed-kjl/

Cheers, m

Gud job by G... Datuk Ong Tee Kiat KPI this year must be higher...:lol:

1 question, can Ampang Line convert to a system just like Kelana Jaya Line system. How much it will cost??..I think Kelana Jaya Line is have better efficiency except for smaller trainset (Ampang Line feel more wider)..

How about Singapore MRT system??Is there any different between MRT Line?? Can different trainset from different line enter the other line??..In Osaka for example, Hankyu line trainset can enter Sakaisuji Line since both line use overhead power cable but Hankyu line can't enter Midosuji Line since it use side power cable (just like electrification system in Ampang Line)

^^

Impossible...

The reason is, Kelana Jaya line uses linear motor system, while the Ampang line does not.

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LRT: Kos tambah laluan RM7b

Idrose Mohamed menunjukkan salah satu cadangan pelan dan reka bentuk sambungan stesen transit aliran ringan laluan Ampang dan Kelana Jaya di Kuala Lumpur, semalam.

KUALA LUMPUR 14 Sept. – Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd. (Prasarana) menganggarkan kos projek menambah laluan perkhidmatan transit aliran ringan (LRT) Kelana Jaya dan Ampang, kedua-duanya di Selangor berjumlah RM7 bilion.

Pembinaan projek yang dijangka bermula pada awal tahun depan itu bertujuan meningkatkan perkhidmatan dan memberi kemudahan kepada hampir sejuta pengguna LRT di sekitar Lembah Klang setiap hari.

Pengarah Urusan Kumpulan Prasarana, Datuk Idrose Mohamed berkata, pihaknya memperuntukkan sebanyak RM2 bilion yang diperoleh daripada dana dalaman manakala RM4 bilion lagi akan diperoleh melalui terbitan bon.

Katanya, bon bernilai RM2 bilion akan diterbitkan pada tahun ini manakala baki bon berjumlah RM2 bilion akan diterbitkan pada tahun depan.

“Peruntukan RM1 bilion akan ditentukan berdasarkan perkembangan projek dan kemungkinan ia dilakukan melalui bon atau pun melalui dana dalaman.

“Masa pembinaan projek ini adalah selama tiga tahun dan dijangka siap pada akhir 2012, tetapi tarikh operasinya tidak dapat ditentukan lagi kerana mengambil kira faktor-faktor lain termasuk kelulusan perjalanan tren,’’ katanya.

Beliau berkata demikian dalam satu taklimat media tentang projek laluan tambahan LRT Kelana Jaya dan Ampang di sini hari ini.

Sebanyak 13 set tren dengan setiap satu set mempunyai enam gerabak disediakan untuk laluan tambahan LRT dari Ampang manakala 35 set tren dengan (empat gerabak setiap satu set) untuk sambungan LRT dari Kelana Jaya.

Cadangan laluan tambahan LRT dari Ampang bermula dari Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur yang akan melalui Kinrara dan Puchong sebelum laluan ditamatkan di Putra Heights, Subang Jaya di sini.

Laluan itu meliputi jarak sejauh 17.7 kilometer (km) dengan 13 stesen LRT baru selain tujuh kawasan tempat meletak kenderaan dengan enam daripadanya merupakan tempat meletak kenderaan bertingkat.

Cadangan laluan tambahan LRT dari Kelana Jaya pula menyaksikan pembinaan 13 buah stesen sejauh 17km bermula dari stesen Kelana Jaya melepasi Subang Jaya dan USJ sebelum berakhir di Putra Heights.

Laluan LRT Kelana Jaya mempunyai lima tempat meletak kenderaan bertingkat.

Sehingga kini, LRT untuk kedua-dua laluan itu hanya mampu membawa 350,000 penumpang sehari iaitu 170,000 orang untuk laluan Ampang dan 180,000 penumpang bagi laluan Kelana Jaya.

Syarikat juga sudah menyediakan pelan dan reka bentuk projek tersebut dan memberi tempoh selama tiga bulan untuk menerima maklum balas, pandangan dan cadangan daripada orang ramai, bermula esok.

Ditanya mengenai syarikat kontraktor yang akan menjalankan projek berkenaan, Idrose berkata, pihaknya akan mengeluarkan iklan pra-kelayakan pada bulan depan.

Katanya, ia merupakan tender terbuka dan mana-mana kontraktor dijemput untuk menyertai projek berkenaan.

‘’Kami masih belum dapat menganggarkan jumlah syarikat kontraktor yang terlibat dalam projek tersebut kerana masih menunggu maklum balas daripada orang ramai selama tiga bulan,’’ ujarnya.

Ditanya tentang kos pampasan kepada penduduk yang terlibat dengan projek laluan tambahan kedua-dua LRT, Idrose berkata, nilai berkenaan masih belum dapat ditaksir lagi.

Kata beliau, pihaknya masih memberi ruang dan peluang kepada orang ramai untuk membuat penelitian, cadangan dan aduan mengenai pelan laluan kedua-dua jajaran itu.

‘’Senarai nama mereka yang terbabit dengan projek laluan tambahan LRT berkenaan akan dimaklumkan Prasarana,’’ katanya.

Orang ramai juga boleh mengutarakan pandangan dan cadangan masing-masing mengenai pelan laluan baru kedua-dua LRT melalui laman web di alamat www.dor. gov.my.

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:eek2:!!!!

RM7 bilion untuk perluaskan LRT
15 September 2009 Oleh JOHANNA A. SOBREY

KUALA LUMPUR - Kira-kira 700,000 penduduk di sekitar Subang, Puchong dan Bandar Kinrara dekat sini mungkin tidak perlu berdepan dengan masalah kesesakan jalan raya selepas ini apabila jaringan terbaru perkhidmatan transit aliran ringan (LRT) akan diperluaskan ke kawasan mereka.

Melalui jajaran baru itu, kedua-dua perkhidmatan LRT iaitu Laluan Ampang dan Laluan Kelana Jaya akan diperluaskan ke laluan baru sejauh 17 kilometer hingga ke Putra Heights, Subang.

Projek yang dijangka menelan belanja sehingga RM7 bilion dan siap menjelang tahun 2012 itu melibatkan sambungan dari stesen Sri Petaling bagi Laluan Ampang manakala dari Kelana Jaya bagi Laluan Kelana Jaya ke stesen terakhirnya di Putra Heights dengan tambahan 13 stesen baru.

Pengarah Urusan Kumpulan Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd. (Prasarana), Datuk Idrose Mohamed berkata, antara kawasan baru yang dijangka dilalui oleh LRT tersebut ialah di Bandar Kinrara, Pusat Bandar Puchong, Taman Perindustrian Puchong, Taman Puchong Perdana, Taman Puchong Prima, USJ 8, USJ 21, SS 7, Taman Perindustrian Subang Jaya, Persiaran Murni, Taman Alam Megah dan Kompleks Kelana Centre Point.

"Bagi Laluan Ampang, ia akan bermula dari stesen Sri Petaling melalui Kinrara, Puchong dan berakhir di Putra Heights manakala bagi cadangan laluan Kelana Jaya pula, ia akan bermula dari stesen Kelana Jaya melalui Subang Jaya dan berakhir di Putra Heights," katanya pada sidang akhbar di sini semalam.

Buat masa ini, perkhidmatan bagi Laluan Ampang memiliki 25 stesen manakala Laluan Kelana Jaya pula melibatkan 23 stesen.

New LRT line extensions on display from tomorrow
By Shazwan Mustafa Kamal

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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 — Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (Prasarana) will be displaying the proposed alignment for the LRT extension line project for both Kelana Jaya and Ampang for a period of three months beginning 15th September.

The display will show the proposed extension and alignment of the two LRT lines, as well as the facilities that will be provided at the proposed new stations.

Group Managing Director for Prasarana, Dato’ Idrose Mohamed said the Ampang Line LRT extension will start from the Sri Petaling station, passing through Kinrara and Puchong areas before ending at Putra Heights, covering a distance of 17.7 kilometres with 13 new stations.

Meanwhile the Kelana Jaya LRT extension will begin from Kelana Jaya station, passing through Subang Jaya and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights, covering a distance of 17 kilometres with 13 stations.

“All stations will be equipped with lifts, escalators, public telephones, suraus and public toilets. The stations will also be equipped with facilities for the Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) such as ramps, lifts, tactile tiles, low ticket counter and OKU toilets,” he said.

Estimated costs for the project will only be finalised after the final approval of the proposed alignment as well as the completion of the detailed design.

Initial budgets are already estimated to be around RM7 billion.

The Prasarana MD has also stressed that the funding for the extension lines will be financed by the company, possibly through the use of bonds. The project will also be incorporating an open tender system in terms of contract deals.

Prasarana is 100 percent owned by the Ministry of Finance.

Not all quarters seemed satisfied with the proposed extension lines. Last month, residents in Subang Jaya held a town hall meeting complaining that a station should have been set up in the heart of Sunway where there is a proliferation of foreign nationals as well as students.

“We have already looked into the matter, there will be a report on the possibilities of extending the line to Sunway,” explained Idrose.

He also said that there will be an announcement in November regarding a new LRT line that runs from Cheras to Damansara but declined to comment further on the topic.

It will be displayed at the following five places; Department of Railways at Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin; Kuala Lumpur City Hall building at Jalan Raja Laut; Petaling Jaya City Council building at Jalan Tengah; Subang Jaya Municipal Council building at Persiaran Perpaduan USJ5, Subang Jaya; and Shah Alam Municipal Council building at Persiaran Perbandaran in Shah Alam.

The display hours are from 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday, and closed on weekends and public holidays.

RM7b for LRT extension
By Azlan Abu Bakar Published: 2009/09/15

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Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, the state-owned public transport operator, plans to spend up to RM7 billion to extend light rail transit (LRT) lines in Kuala Lumpur.

It already has RM4 billion in hand and will call for bids from construction companies next month.

Group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said work on the extensions of the Kelana Jaya and Ampang lines, which cover a total of 34.7km, is due to start early next year, after all approvals from the authorities have been obtained.

The LRT extension is among a few major deals eagerly awaited by the construction industry, which has not seen large contracts of late.

Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.

Of the RM4 billion it has, half is internal funds. The balance was raised from an Islamic bond sale recently.

"The other RM2 billion (from the bond sale programme) is expected to be raised somewhere in 2010," Idrose told reporters at a briefing in Kuala Lumpur yesterday.

Prasarana was set up as part of efforts to revamp the public transport system in Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding areas.

Feasibility studies for the LRT extension started in 2006. However, it is unclear why the project took so long to take off.

"Of the various alignment options we received during the feasibility studies conducted in 2006 and 2007, we view the proposals submitted to the government last March as the most cost-effective," Idrose said.

Approval for the extension was obtained from the government last month

Idrose said there will be minimal land acquisition for the project as the lines will go mainly through Tenaga Nasional Bhd's cable area, road and river reserves.

At least 10 alignment options were received for each LRT line, he added.

Idrose said the preferred alignments for the Kelana Jaya line extension will begin from the Kelana Jaya station, passing through 13 new stations, including Subang Jaya commuter station and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights, covering a total of 17km.

As for the Ampang line, the proposed extension will begin from the Sri Petaling station, passing through Kinrara and Puchong before ending at Putra Heights, covering 17.7km with 13 new stations.

A display of the extension can be viewed at the Subang Jaya Municipal Council, Petaling Jaya City Council, Shah Alam Municipal Council and Department of Railways.

The public will be given three months to voice their opinions before the plans are finalised.

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OK..stesen macam di Dubai btol2 nih! :)
I'm just dreaming that KL would get brand new station like that too...so...it's reality????
Di Dubai!!!
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Thousands to benefit from LRT extension
Tuesday September 15, 2009
By BAVANI M

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Innovative designs: Idrose showing some of the
proposed plans for the new stations.

THOUSANDS of Klang Valley residents will benefit from the proposed extension to the Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT lines.

Transport company Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed, who revealed details of the project yesterday, said the proposed extension were the most cost effective and well-thought out alignments that would serve the needs of the community.

“The routes cover densely populated areas in the Klang Valley such as Subang Jaya and Puchong and it balances the need of the majority of the population in those particular areas,” Idrose said.

He added that the current capacity for the Kelana Jaya line was 180,000, while the Ampang line was 170,000.

According to Idrose, the Ampang line is only 70% utilised. With the new lines, Prasarana is confident that more people will opt to using public transport.

Idrose said the Ampang LRT extension would cover 17.7km, and start from the Sri Petaling Station, passing through areas like Bukit OUG, the Bukit Jalil Golf and Country Club, and into Puchong before ending at Putra Heights. It will have 13 new stations.

“There will be seven stations with park and ride facilities, six of which will be developed as multi-storey car park complexes,” he said.

The Kelana Jaya LRT extension starts from the Kelana Jaya station, passing through Subang Jaya and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights. It covers 17km with 13 stations.

The line will also have five stations with park and ride facilities.

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Futuristic: An artist’s impression of one of the new station’s on the line. :cheers:

The stations will be equipped with lifts, escalators, public telephones, surau, and toilets.

It will also be disabled friendly with facilities for ramps, lifts, low ticket counters and special toilets.

Prasarana will display the proposed extension and alignment of the two LRT lines, as well as the facilities provided at the stations for three months starting today until Dec 14.

Members of the public are invited to give their feedback on the proposed lines at the locations.

Idrose said once they had received feedback from the public, the company would the then consider all the options to cater to the people living in the community.

“I hope that the feedback we get will be positive and there will only be minimal changes to the proposed lines,” Idrose added.

The 35km of lines, which are estimated to cost about RM7bil, will be elevated and are expected to be ready by 2012.

Idrose also said Prasarana would add another 35 four-car trains to the Kelana Jaya line, which now has 35 two-car trains.

He also said another 12 to 14 six-car trains would be added to the 30 now serving the Ampang line.

The proposal will be on display at:

Department of Railways (Ministry of Transport)

13th Floor, Menara dayabumi,

Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin,

50050, Kuala Lumpur.

Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur

Ground Floor,Menara DBKL 2,

Jalan Raja Laut,

50350 Kuala Lumpur.

Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya

Lobi Menara MBPJ,

Jalan Tengah,

46200 Petaling Jaya.

Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya,

Level 1, Persiaran Perpaduan USJ5,

47610 Subang Jaya.

Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam

Lobby A, Wisma MBSA,

Persiaran Perbandaran,

40000 Shah Alam.

* Display hours are from Mon to Fri from 9am to 5pm. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

Comments and objections should be in writing and submitted to the Departmnet of Railways director general’s office before Dec 14. For details call 03-2278 1222 or long on to www.dor.gov.my.

Thousands to benefit from LRT extension
Tuesday September 15, 2009
By BAVANI M

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Futuristic: An artist’s impression of one of the new station’s on the line. :cheers:


waa.....dats cool!!!!!

Prasarana - LRT presentation to Datuk Lau Yeng Peng on the extension of its line to Puchong


September 3, 2009


Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia Division Puchong initiated a meeting with Syarikat Prasarana on the latest status on the development of the LRT to Puchong from it's existing line that end at Sri Petaling Kuala Lumpur.

Pegawai Penyelaras Pembangunan BN Parlimen Puchong, Datuk Lau Yeng Peng and his entouraged were greeted by the CEO of Prasarana Dato' Idrus Mohd at 10.00 am at the lobby of their office at the 20th floor Menara UOA Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur and we were led into the meeting room where we were all introduced to their project consultants. After exchanging some pleasantaries and introduction from both parties, the meeting proper on the status of development were briefed by the project consultant.

The group were brief that all the necessary approval from the Selangor State Government, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur and Public Work Department (PWD/JKR) including gazzetting the land for aquisition. This is to prevent any speculations on the land intended for the development of the said project. DOE has also approved the said project.

The extension line were 17.7 km and has 13 stations with 4 park and ride stations whilst the rest are drop and pick stations. Puchong will have 10 stations as 2 stations will be at the Kuala Lumpur halve and the last one will be at Putra Heights where the two LRT systems (Star & Putra) will be intergrated. The stations are as follows:

1. Bukit OUG
2. PPR Kg. Muhibbah
3. BK 1 & BK 6
4. BK 2 & BK 5
5. TBK & BK 3
6. IOI
7. Tesco
8. Rakan Muda
9. Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10. Puchong Perdana
11. Puchong Prima
12. Kampung Tengah
13. Putra Heights

There will be a depot to keep their fleet of trains at Kampung Tengah at piece of land size of 5 hectares. The interchange will be at Putra Heights where the Kelana Jaya line meet to complete the loop. Most of the construction line is at the river banks, JKR road reserves and median and minimal acquisitions of private land thus minimising the contruction costs. All the lines are fully elevated.

The whole project is expected for public display on 15.09.2009 for 3 months. The display will be at DBKL, MPSJ, MPPJ, Dept of Railway and also in their Company website. Commencement of work are expected to begins in February 2010 and estimated completion of work in December 2012.

Datuk Idrus added on that upon completion of the public display and taking into the considerations of the puclic complaints and also in the event that the noise from the carriages will be tone down and if in the event that the noise cannot be lowered then sound barriers will be constructed. Great empasis is given on minimising the negative impacts to the general public. The line is constructed mostly with a suitable buffer away from residential houses as it is on river banks and on median of main roads and reserve land for roads. As mentioned by the project consultant that many factors have been taken into consideration to finalise the comprehensive LRT line and it's stations and to top the list is the convenience and coverage to the residential areas where the proposed option covers most housing estates, enough facilities for park & ride whilst drop off stations would have feeder bus provided for by RapidKL which is a subsidiary to Syarikat Prasarana to take them to their respective home.

The meeting ended at 11.30 am with both parties happy with the progress of the extension of the LRT line.

Thousands to benefit from LRT extension
Tuesday September 15, 2009
By BAVANI M

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Futuristic: An artist’s impression of one of the new station’s on the line. :cheers:



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can anyone translate??

Brace yourself ppl!!!

http://www.lrtextension.com/

cpt bukak before it's getting overloaded again. Hahahaha.

^^cool
the stations look dem hot!!

Proposed lines for LRT

KJ
STN 01 Aman Crimson Condos
Subang Depot
Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
06 and 07 unknown
Taipan
USJ 19 Digital Mall
USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

Ampang
STN 01 Awam Besar interchange (Bukit OUG)
PPR Kg. Muhibbah
vicinity of Taman Bukit Kinrara
Giant Kinrara
Kinrara industrial park
101 Mall (multi-storey carparks)
Tesco Puchong
Rakan Muda complex (multi-storey carparks)
09 Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10 Puchong Perdana
depot Puchong Prima
12 Kampung Tengah
Putra Height (interchange with KJ line)

Proposed lines for LRT

KJ
STN 01 Aman Crimson Condos
Subang Depot
Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
06 and 07 unknown
Taipan
USJ 19 Digital Mall
USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

Ampang
STN 01 Awam Besar interchange (Bukit OUG)
PPR Kg. Muhibbah
vicinity of Taman Bukit Kinrara
Giant Kinrara
Kinrara industrial park
101 Mall (multi-storey carparks)
Tesco Puchong
Rakan Muda complex (multi-storey carparks)
09 Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10 Puchong Perdana
depot Puchong Prima
12 Kampung Tengah
Putra Height (interchange with KJ line)

cool!!!

^^ berapa kali nko nak post berita sama ni?!

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btw, why they don't go through Sunway Pyramid????!! why why why??

Prasarana - LRT presentation to Datuk Lau Yeng Peng on the extension of its line to Puchong


September 3, 2009


Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia Division Puchong initiated a meeting with Syarikat Prasarana on the latest status on the development of the LRT to Puchong from it's existing line that end at Sri Petaling Kuala Lumpur.

Pegawai Penyelaras Pembangunan BN Parlimen Puchong, Datuk Lau Yeng Peng and his entouraged were greeted by the CEO of Prasarana Dato' Idrus Mohd at 10.00 am at the lobby of their office at the 20th floor Menara UOA Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur and we were led into the meeting room where we were all introduced to their project consultants. After exchanging some pleasantaries and introduction from both parties, the meeting proper on the status of development were briefed by the project consultant.

The group were brief that all the necessary approval from the Selangor State Government, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur and Public Work Department (PWD/JKR) including gazzetting the land for aquisition. This is to prevent any speculations on the land intended for the development of the said project. DOE has also approved the said project.

The extension line were 17.7 km and has 13 stations with 4 park and ride stations whilst the rest are drop and pick stations. Puchong will have 10 stations as 2 stations will be at the Kuala Lumpur halve and the last one will be at Putra Heights where the two LRT systems (Star & Putra) will be intergrated. The stations are as follows:

1. Bukit OUG
2. PPR Kg. Muhibbah
3. BK 1 & BK 6
4. BK 2 & BK 5
5. TBK & BK 3
6. IOI
7. Tesco
8. Rakan Muda
9. Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10. Puchong Perdana
11. Puchong Prima
12. Kampung Tengah
13. Putra Heights

There will be a depot to keep their fleet of trains at Kampung Tengah at piece of land size of 5 hectares. The interchange will be at Putra Heights where the Kelana Jaya line meet to complete the loop. Most of the construction line is at the river banks, JKR road reserves and median and minimal acquisitions of private land thus minimising the contruction costs. All the lines are fully elevated.

The whole project is expected for public display on 15.09.2009 for 3 months. The display will be at DBKL, MPSJ, MPPJ, Dept of Railway and also in their Company website. Commencement of work are expected to begins in February 2010 and estimated completion of work in December 2012.

Datuk Idrus added on that upon completion of the public display and taking into the considerations of the puclic complaints and also in the event that the noise from the carriages will be tone down and if in the event that the noise cannot be lowered then sound barriers will be constructed. Great empasis is given on minimising the negative impacts to the general public. The line is constructed mostly with a suitable buffer away from residential houses as it is on river banks and on median of main roads and reserve land for roads. As mentioned by the project consultant that many factors have been taken into consideration to finalise the comprehensive LRT line and it's stations and to top the list is the convenience and coverage to the residential areas where the proposed option covers most housing estates, enough facilities for park & ride whilst drop off stations would have feeder bus provided for by RapidKL which is a subsidiary to Syarikat Prasarana to take them to their respective home.

The meeting ended at 11.30 am with both parties happy with the progress of the extension of the LRT line.Can you post the link where you got this from?

Cheers, m

^^from http://www.myrealestate.com.my/viewtopic.php?t=9430&sid=ff448feff77338d6461bca9ddb05e866

Newsletter from BK5 RA.

Jadi semua begini !!?!..

Kelana Jaya Line ada 24 + 13 = 37 station
Ampang line ada 27 + 13 = 40 station

bijaknya mengira :lol:

nazrey tolong post lrt station render from http://www.lrtextension.com/

Proposed lines for LRT

KJ
STN 01 Aman Crimson Condos
Subang Depot
Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
06 and 07 unknown
Taipan
USJ 19 Digital Mall
USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

Ampang
STN 01 Awam Besar interchange (Bukit OUG)
PPR Kg. Muhibbah
vicinity of Taman Bukit Kinrara
Giant Kinrara
Kinrara industrial park
101 Mall (multi-storey carparks)
Tesco Puchong
Rakan Muda complex (multi-storey carparks)
09 Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10 Puchong Perdana
depot Puchong Prima
12 Kampung Tengah
Putra Height (interchange with KJ line)

1. Aman Crimson Condos
2. Subang Depot
3. Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
4. Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
5. SS15
6. SS18
7. Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
8. Taipan
9. USJ 19 Digital Mall
10. USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
11. Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

cheers, m

nazrey tolong post lrt station render from http://www.lrtextension.com/

You bet! :cheers:
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Ampang Line
The Ampang Line consists of two routes at a total length of 27 kilometres that begin at two different stations at the south, meeting at an interchange station and ending at the same station at the north. The Ampang-Sentul Timur line begins at Ampang, while the Sri Petaling-Sentul Timur line begins at Sri Petaling. Both lines converge at Chan Sow Lin; the merged line leads to the north, terminating at Sentul Timur. The Ampang-Sultan Ismail route was the first phase of the system to open, on December 16, 1995, with the second stretch from the Chan Sow Lin station to the Sri Petaling station operational on July 11, 1998
1995

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Sri Petaling Line
1998

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Stations between Sentul Timur and Chan Sow Lin
These stations are the common stations that both of the 2 branches share. The 11 stations running from north to south are:

Station code Station name Interchange
S18 Sentul Timur
S17 Sentul
S16 Titiwangsa KL Monorail & RapidKL Bus
S15 PWTC
S14 Sultan Ismail
S13 Bandaraya KTM Komuter
S12 Masjid Jamek Ampang Line <> Kelana Jaya Line
S11 Plaza Rakyat
S10 Hang Tuah KL Monorail
S09 Pudu
S08 Chan Sow Lin Sri Petaling ↔ Ampang

Stations between Chan Sow Lin and Ampang
Chan Sow Lin is the interchange station between the two branches. The line that runs to Ampang station consists of 7 stations running into East of Klang Valley. The stations are as below:

Station code Station name Interchange
S08 Chan Sow Lin Sri Petaling ↔ Ampang
S07 Miharja
S06 Maluri RapidKL Bus
S05 Pandan Jaya
S04 Pandan Indah
S03 Cempaka
S02 Cahaya
S01 Ampang

Stations between Chan Sow Lin and Sri Petaling
Chan Sow Lin is the interchange station between the two branches. The line that runs to Sri Petaling station consists of 7 stations running into South of Klang Valley. The stations are as below:

Station code Station name Interchange
S08 Chan Sow Lin Sri Petaling ↔ Ampang
S61 Cheras
S62 Salak Selatan
S63 Bandar Tun Razak
S64 Bandar Tasik Selatan Rawang-Seremban Route & KLIA Transit
S65 Sungai Besi
S67 Bukit Jalil
S68 Sri Petaling

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ampang_Line

Kelana Jaya Line
The first operation of Kelana Jaya Line commenced on September 1, 1998 between Subang Depot to Pasar Seni and phase two, between Pasar Seni to Terminal Putra in June 1999.

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Station No. Station name
KJ37 Gombak (Terminal Putra)
KJ36 Taman Melati
KJ35 Wangsa Maju
KJ34 Sri Rampai
KJ33 Setiawangsa
KJ32 Jelatek side
KJ31 Dato' Keramat
KJ30 Damai
KJ29 Ampang Park
KJ28 KLCC
KJ27 Kampung Baru
KJ26 Dang Wangi
KJ25 Masjid Jamek
KJ24 Pasar Seni
KJ23 KL Sentral
KJ22 Bangsar
KJ21 Abdullah Hukum
KJ20 Kerinchi
KJ19 Universiti
KJ18 Taman Jaya
KJ17 Asia Jaya
KJ16 Taman Paramount
KJ15 Taman Bahagia
KJ14 Kelana Jaya
SBD Subang Depot

Note:
KJ25-29 - underground station
KJ23 - Interchange station: Sentul-Port Klang Route, Rawang-Seremban Route, KLIA Ekspres, KLIA Transit and KTM Intercity, walking distance to KL Monorail and Rapid KL Bus Hub
SDB - no passenger service
KJ34 - unused (reuse soon)
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelana_Jaya_Line

Sri Petaling Line + Kelana Jaya Line



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Puchong to city will take more than 1 hour journey time? No integrated fare i think people will still stick to their car.

You bet! :cheers:
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^^nice!! but i think the new stations would be an open air, not with an air conditioners like in Dubai. correct me if i'm wrong:)

if i not wrong, the station code for ampang line have changed.

SP01 - SP14 sri petaling -> putra heights extension
SP14 - SP21 sri petaling -> chan sow lin
SP21 - SP31 chan sow lin -> sentul timur

ampang line dunno.

why i can't enter http://www.lrtextension.com/ ?

^^ of course our stations wont be air conditioned, our government not as rich as them!

why i can't enter http://www.lrtextension.com/ ?



Try again!

1. Aman Crimson Condos
2. Subang Depot
3. Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
4. Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
5. SS15
6. SS18
7. Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
8. Taipan
9. USJ 19 Digital Mall
10. USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
11. Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

cheers, m

How 4-car trains can cope with the extension of Kelana Jaya Line? It is scary just to think about it because it is destined to fail!!!

You bet! :cheers:
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Alignment...

Proposed lines for LRT
Ampang
STN 01 Awam Besar interchange (Bukit OUG)
PPR Kg. Muhibbah
vicinity of Taman Bukit Kinrara
Giant Kinrara
Kinrara industrial park
101 Mall (multi-storey carparks)
Tesco Puchong
Rakan Muda complex (multi-storey carparks)
09 Batu 12 (Tractor Malaysia)
10 Puchong Perdana
depot Puchong Prima
12 Kampung Tengah
Putra Height (interchange with KJ line)


KJ line
1. Aman Crimson Condos
2. Subang Depot
3. Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
4. Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
5. SS15
6. SS18
7. Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
8. Taipan
9. USJ 19 Digital Mall
10. USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
11. Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

cheers, m

Future Kelana Jaya Line

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(ampang line coming soon)

Its great to hear again that Malaysia taking a step ahead towards the future needs by making the LRT extension project becomes real. I always believe that the Gov should build more urban transit for Klang Valley, Penang and Johor to provide good transport system to the city dwellers. If not due to economic crisis, I believe the construction of the LRT would be start earlier and the public display will be calling either for Penang Monorail project or Kota Damansara - Cheras LRT new line.:banana:

Any way, I like to thank to the current PM to make the LRT extension project become real. I believe this project is crucial project affecting very much on the national budget on RMK-10. But i too believe that this investment we doing now, will benefits the future of the national more in term of transportation and economics for our kids and next generation.

Thank you to being fair to allocate the budget to contruct Transit lines at Selangor state althought it will benefit to the opposition state. That is the value of True Malaysia during 1957 , which thinking about the national first rather then different parties. Thank you to remember the people of Selangor are also the Rakyat of Malaysia.

I hope to see good cooperation from both Selangor State govt and Federal govt to make this project run smoothly and quickly. I hope the public will being supportive to the Gov plan and action to do this project smoothly.:banana:

Plan gets the thumbs-up
IN response to StarMetro’s front page yesterday on the proposed LRT extensions in the Klang Valley, our reporters BAVANI M, TAN KARR WEI and THO XIN YI went to the ground to get public feedback.

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Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR residents were generally happy to hear of the proposed LRT lines that will run through their neighbourhood.

Residents living in Bukit OUG condominium and Bukit OUG Townhouse in Jalan Kelang Lama were delighted that there would a station close by their neighbourhood since buses do not ply there.

Student Carol Lee, who lives in Bukit OUG, said she was happy to hear the news as she often had to rely on friends to drop her off at the main road.

“Once I am at the main road, I have to get a taxi to go to KL. This (LRT lines) is definitely good news,’’ she said.

Kinrara resident A. Siva said life would be easier for his family.

“My wife takes the bus to work every day. With the LRT, it will be easier for her,’’ he said.

But not everyone is rejoicing. The residents of Taman Esplanad in Bukit Jalil are unhappy with the proposed Ampang line that is running paralel to their homes.

Esplanad Residents Association vice-chairman Jason Lim said the proposed lines were too close to their houses and that residents were worried about the noise, dust and vibrations that would affect the quality of their lives,’’ Lim said.

According to Lim, the LRT alignments is located a mere 15 metres from houses in Jalan 19/155B and he considered it too close.

“We had meetings with people from Prasarana about this and had suggested that they move the lines closer to the Kesas Highway which is 97 metres away from the houses,’’ he said.

The residents had organised two peaceful protests early in the year when they heard about the project.

The proposed lines were highlighted in the Draft Kuala Lumpur City Plan (DKLCP2020) and residents had already made their objections to the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).

But what irked them most was that contractors had already started carrying out soil investigations at the site months before the plan was mooted. “This shows that they are not sincere about hearing us out and everything was just a show,’’ he said.

When contacted Seputeh MP Teresa Kok said she wecomed the new lines as it would reduce congestion in the area.

Teresa, who is also Kinrara assemblyman, said Prasarana had tried their best to come up with an alignment that suited everyone. “They did their best considering the limitations they had to work on,’’ she said.

On Monday, transport company Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said the proposed extension were the most cost effective and well-thought out alignments that would serve the needs of the community.

Idrose said the company had to balance the needs of the majority residents in a particular area.

The Ampang LRT extension would cover 17.7km, and start from the Sri Petaling Station, passing through areas like Bukit OUG, the Bukit Jalil Golf and Country Club, and into Puchong, IOI Mall and Tesco before ending at Putra Heights. It will have 13 new stations.

The Kelana Jaya LRT extension starts from the Kelana Jaya station, passing through Subang Jaya and USJ, Carrefour Subang, Subang Ria Recreational Park, SS14, USJ2, USJ8, USJ19 and Hicom Induatrial Estate.It covers 17km with 13 stations.

The line will also have five stations with park-and-ride facilities.

The stations will be equipped with lifts, escalators, public telephones, surau, and toilets.

It will also be disabled-friendly with ramps, lifts, low ticket counters and special toilets.

The 35km of lines, which are estimated to cost RM7bil, will be elevated and are expected to be ready by 2012.

Petaling Jaya

MANY people in the Klang Valley feel that the proposed LRT extension lines was long overdue.

Lembah Subang resident Husaini Tumiran, 39, who stays near the LRT depot said his family had been waiting for the extension of the LRT lines.

Husaini was among the people who showed up at the Menara MBPJ in Jalan Tengah to view the details of the plan that was put on display for public comments and suggestions.

“I work near my house so it doesn’t make much of a difference for me but it will definitely make it so much easier for us to go to Kuala Lumpur.

“We usually have to take a bus to the Kelana Jaya LRT station and that alone takes us at least a half hour,” said Husaini.

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Good news: Husaini says that the LRT extension into Lembah Subang would make it easier for people to get to Kuala Lumpur.

He was also hoping that having an LRT station in the area would ease the traffic congestion in the morning.

“The traffic is bad during peak hours near the tunnels (referring to the FAS and Taman Megah Mas tunnels) heading to Petaling Jaya,” said Husaini.

Chew Ah Peck, who stays in USJ 15, and works in Section 52 in Petaling Jaya, usually drives to work.

“I sometimes leave my house at 6am just to avoid the jam. I will definitely take the LRT because I will be saving on parking and petrol,” said Chew.

Chew said there should be a multi-level parking at every station to encourage more people to use the LRT.

Chew’s colleague Chloe Peh, who stays in USJ 16, said the jam along Jalan Kewajipan was very bad in the mornings and she would rather take the LRT if there was a station near her house.

However, Chew commented that the efficiency of the LRT services could be improved.

“I used to take the LRT and there would be service disruption about once a month.

“When the train breaks down in the morning, commuters get stranded and the area becomes chaotic as people try to get a bus or taxi to work,” said Chew.

She also commented that the extension lines would not through some high density areas like Bandar Sunway, which would help alleviate the congestion.

Subang Jaya

PUCHONG MCA division chairman Wong Hock Aun and secretary Liew Yew Fook were among the eager residents to view the plan for the LRT extension at the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) in USJ 5.

Wong commented that the extension should be completed as soon as possible to benefit the people.

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Our views: Wong (right) and Liew writing down their comments on the logbooks.

However, he felt that in addition to the 10 stations in Puchong, there should be stops in Taman Kinrara Section 3 and Batu 14 to cater for the residents there.

He added that the stations, especially those along the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP), should be carefully planned to avoid causing traffic congestion.

“The park-and-ride station at IOI Mall, which is now tentatively located in front of the mall, should be relocated to the area behind the mall since there is space,” he said.

The feeder bus service, too, must be well implemented to encourage the people to use the LRT and cut down on the use of cars.

MPSJ councillor Robert Tan, who pointed out that the line does not go into Bandar Sunway, suggested that Prasarana extend the line, or add a loop, in the high-density area.

“The main objective of having the LRT is to serve the public and relieve traffic congestion. If there is a stop at Bandar Sunway, shoppers do not need to drive to Sunway Pyramid,” he said.

USJ 11 resident Lily Chang welcomes the extension plan as an alternative to the KTM, which she used to get into the city centre.

“The KTM is always late and there is only one station in Subang Jaya, which is near Carrefour. Hopefully with the LRT stations in USJ, the jam would be reduced and probably the pollution, too,” the 42-year-old real estate agent said.

According to the Prasarana officers on duty, there would be two officers on hand daily to assist the public to understand the plans.

Logbooks and a computer are available for the public to convey their suggestions, enquiries or complaints to Prasarana.

Praise for LRT stations' strategic locations

2009/09/16
By Dawn Chan

1.Gary Lim says Bandar Sunway should have been included in the project
2.Philip Soong says a station in Bandar Sunway would help cut travelling time
3.Say Chen Yee is worried about parking problems in Puchong Perdana
4.Khalil Ariffin will use the LRT as the stations are located at strategic places

PETALING JAYA: The first day of public inspection of the proposed extension of the Kelana Jaya and Ampang light rail transit (LRT) lines saw a majority of residents who viewed details of the project giving their stamp of approval.

More than 60 people turned up at Petaling Jaya City Council and Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) to scrutinise the documents and plans related to the project.

B.H. Koay, a resident in Section 8, here, voiced his support for the project as it was long overdue.

"Traffic congestion is becoming worse every day. I hope Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd is serious about gathering input from the public and addressing the concerns," said the 75-year-old.


Many also praised Prasarana's move to build LRT stations at strategic locations and its initiative to provide LRT services in newer housing neighbourhoods such as Alam Megah and Putra Heights.

There were also those who highlighted their concerns over several issues such as the number of parking lots available at the park-and-ride facilities and the social and environmental impact of the project.

Some felt that the expansion project should have also included Bandar Sunway.

Section 8 resident Gary Lim and Taman Medan resident Noor Sabrina Samsuddin said this was because Bandar Sunway was also highly congested, especially where Sunway Pyramid Shopping Complex is located.

Noor Sabrina said there were numerous blocks of low-cost and medium cost flats at Dataran Mentari and thousands would have benefited if the LRT line was extended to the area.

"Prasarana must also take into consideration the frequency and the number of feeder buses it is providing. Putting up sound barriers at housing areas is equally important," the 27-year-old said.

Echoing the sentiment was USJ6 resident, Philip Soong, who agreed that Bandar Sunway should have been included in the expanded route as it would help to cut travelling time.

"Although Bandar Sunway and my area is just a short distance away, traffic is heavy during weekends and peak hours.

"Sometimes, it takes me an hour to drive from USJ6 to Bandar Sunway. Therefore, it will be good to have a station in the township too," he said.

The 47-year-old sales manager also hoped that the project, which he described as well planned, will be completed by 2012, as announced by Prasarana.

Puchong Jaya resident Say Chen Yee said the project was impressive as it covered major spots in Puchong, such as IOI Mall and Tesco.

The 35-year-old marketing manager, however, said parking problems might arise in housing areas such as Puchong Perdana and Puchong Prima as there were no park-and-ride facilities.

"This could result in commuters parking their vehicles near the houses which in turn, would inconvenience the residents," he said.

USJ5 resident, Khalil Ariffin, meanwhile, said the strategic locations of the LRT stations will encourage him to use the LRT.

USJ Residents' Association honorary-secretary Eileen Cheah and Subang Jaya Residents' Association president A.S. Gill said they would check out the documents at MPSJ today.

Among their concerns are the availability of park-and- ride facilities and feeder bus services.

The RM7 billion project includes 13 additional stations each for the Kelana Jaya and Ampang line, including an interchange station at Putra Heights.

The documents can also be viewed at City Hall headquarters, Shah Alam City Council and Department of Railway at Menara Dayabumi, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

The public inspection ends on Dec 14.

Meanwhile, Prasarana group communication general manager Ebi Azly Abdullah said a special team will manage feedback received during the public display period and also during the construction of the project, which comprises a 17-km track of the Kelana Jaya line and 17.7km of the Ampang line.

RM7b for LRT extension
By Azlan Abu Bakar Published: 2009/09/15

Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, the state-owned public transport operator, plans to spend up to RM7 billion to extend light rail transit (LRT) lines in Kuala Lumpur.

It already has RM4 billion in hand and will call for bids from construction companies next month.

Group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said work on the extensions of the Kelana Jaya and Ampang lines, which cover a total of 34.7km, is due to start early next year, after all approvals from the authorities have been obtained.

The LRT extension is among a few major deals eagerly awaited by the construction industry, which has not seen large contracts of late.

Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.

Of the RM4 billion it has, half is internal funds. The balance was raised from an Islamic bond sale recently.

"The other RM2 billion (from the bond sale programme) is expected to be raised somewhere in 2010," Idrose told reporters at a briefing in Kuala Lumpur yesterday.

Prasarana was set up as part of efforts to revamp the public transport system in Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding areas.

Feasibility studies for the LRT extension started in 2006. However, it is unclear why the project took so long to take off.

"Of the various alignment options we received during the feasibility studies conducted in 2006 and 2007, we view the proposals submitted to the government last March as the most cost-effective," Idrose said.

Approval for the extension was obtained from the government last month

Idrose said there will be minimal land acquisition for the project as the lines will go mainly through Tenaga Nasional Bhd's cable area, road and river reserves.

At least 10 alignment options were received for each LRT line, he added.

Idrose said the preferred alignments for the Kelana Jaya line extension will begin from the Kelana Jaya station, passing through 13 new stations, including Subang Jaya commuter station and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights, covering a total of 17km.

As for the Ampang line, the proposed extension will begin from the Sri Petaling station, passing through Kinrara and Puchong before ending at Putra Heights, covering 17.7km with 13 new stations.

A display of the extension can be viewed at the Subang Jaya Municipal Council, Petaling Jaya City Council, Shah Alam Municipal Council and Department of Railways.

The public will be given three months to voice their opinions before the plans are finalised.

Prasarana to start construction next year for completion in three years
By SHARIDAN M. ALI Tuesday September 15, 2009

KUALA LUMPUR: Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, the state-owned public transport operator, expects to start construction on the extension of its two light rail transit (LRT) lines in the Klang Valley early next year at a total estimated cost of RM7bil.

Expected to be completed in three years, the exercise will see the extension of the Kelana Jaya Line and Ampang Line by 17km and 17.7km respectively.

Group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said the company had internally generated RM2bil and issued RM2bil Islamic bonds or sukuk to raise funds last week to part finance the project.

The RM2bil Islamic bond issuance was reported to be more than three times oversubscribed, with an order book of RM6.6bil.

“Our initial intention was to issue a total of RM4bil of Islamic bonds. But now, the remaining RM2bil issuance will be next year or in the course of three years.

“This depends on our cashflow requirements and some of the payments will only be issued after the project is completed for defect liability.

“Our immediate need is RM2bil for land acquisition and some initial works,” he said after a media briefing on the public display of the proposed alignment for the LRT line extensions yesterday.

The three-month display starting tomorrow at the Department of Railways, Kuala Lumpur City Hall, Petaling Jaya City Council, Subang Jaya Municipal Council and Shah Alam City Council is to get public feedback on the project.

Alternatively, the public can view and channel feedback on the project via the Department of Railway website.

Idrose said Prasarana would publicise the pre-qualification of contractors to participate in the project in the newspapers next month.

“The various contracts for the project will be awarded via open tender for companies that have been pre-qualified and at the moment we have neither decided on the number of contractors nor contract packages.

“They will only be decided after we consider the response from the public as required by law and the final approval from the Government,” he said.

In line with the extension of LRT lines, Prasarana will also embark on fleet (train) expansion.

For Ampang LRT, the fleet expansion involves an additional 13 train sets of six cars per set while the Kelana Jaya LRT extension requires 35 more train sets of four cars per set.

Idrose said the funds for its the fleet expansion had been raised earlier.

Prasarana projected to double its current daily passenger volume with the lines extension.

Ampang LRT now has daily passenger volume of 170,000 while Kelana Jaya LRT has 180,000.

OSK Investment Bank analyst Jeremy Goh listed four construction companies with the potential of bagging the main contracts due to their experience in LRT.

“The first two are UEM Builders Bhd and IJM Corp Bhd as they have the experience as main contractors of the two existing LRT lines.

“IJM Corp wholly-owned subsidiary Road Builder (M) Holdings Bhd also has a bright chance to be involved as IJM Corp had sub-contracted many of the existing LRT works to Road Builder.

“Gamuda Bhd is also on the list due to its experience in the construction of Kaohsiung’s mass rapid transit in Taiwan.

“Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd also has high chances as it was the main contractor for the Kelana Jaya Line in the KL Sentral portion,” he said.

Goh said there would “definitely” be a lot of sub-contracts to build the stations or sound barriers that would benefit companies like Mudajaya Group Bhd.

He said funding should not be an issue as Prasarana was a state-owned company under Ministry of Finance Inc.

AmResearch in its sector report said this latest development validated its earlier stance that domestic contract flows were gaining momentum and reaffirmed its overweight position on the construction sector.

“Apart from LRT projects, tenders for the Bakun transmission cable project – estimated to cost RM10bil – could be out by the first quarter next year,” said the report.

Master Builders Association Malaysia president Ng Kee Leen said the RM7bil project was great news for the construction sector that had suffered from fewer projects awarded in the first half of this year.

“It is good for the sector to be involved in the improvement of our transportation system. And there should be more transportation projects for the betterment of our public transportation system.

“The third and fourth quarters should chart better industry growth than the first half year, and next year should be better as we are seeing more construction projects coming in.

“Among the big projects are the low-cost carrier terminal, dam projects such as in Terengganu and Penang as well as works in the Eastern Corridor Economic Region,” he said.

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Sri Petaling Line
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http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/c/c1/Klsripetaling.gifThey are planning to make some big changes now. Im hearing that the Ampang line may be divided into 3 lines, all meeting at Chan Sow Lin

Cheers, m

Stations 1 - 3 are on Kelana Jaya side of the extension.

STATION 4 (KTM KOMUTER @ SUBANG PARADE)
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STATION 5 (JLN JENGKA SS15)
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STATION 6 (JLN JENGKA SS18)
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STATION 7 (GOODYEAR COURT 2, USJ7)
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STATION 8 (GOODYEAR COURT 3, USJ8)
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STATION 9 (WAWASAN SCHOOL, USJ14)
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STATION 10 (Tropika Paradise, USJ 21)
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STATION 11 (PUTRA HEIGHTS)
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STATION 12 (PUTRA HEIGHTS)
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STATION 13 NEAR GIANT IN PUTRA HEIGHTS IS NOT AVAILABLE HERE. INCORPORATED UNDER THE AMPANG EXTENSION LINE.Cheers, m

how about bandar sunway?????

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how about bandar sunway?????No plans yet...but they are looking at a spur line off the Ampang LRT extension, or a monorail connecting USJ7 station with the KTM Station at Seri Setia ... they can serve the colleges (Monash, Sunway, Taylor's) and the residential areas easily but the problem there is bringing service to Sunway Pyramid.

Cheers, m

some one post the ampang line station design, please.

Builders keen on LRT extension job
By YVONNE TAN


PETALING JAYA: Industry players in the country are looking forward to being part of state transport firm Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd’s extension plans for the Kelana Jaya and Ampang Light Rail Transit (LRT) lines estimated to cost RM7bil.

“It’s certainly a large order for the construction industry and we would like to see how we can participate,” Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd (MRCB) group managing director Shahril Ridza Ridzuan told StarBiz yesterday.

The extensions, expected to be completed in three years, would “add more lines” to the current rail transport system in the city, helping to build up passenger traffic, he said.

Scomi group senior vice-president V. Kanesan said the company was keen to be a part of the mega project. “We’ve got the experience and the capability and are keen to participate,” he said.

Both companies, expected to be frontrunners for the jobs, have expertise in LRT-related projects. MRCB has developed the KL Sentral transportation hub and Scomi has been involved in the KL monorail project and more recently, in a monorail job in Mumbai, India, worth RM1.8bil of which, its portion is RM785mil.

Scomi’s unit, Scomi Engineering Bhd, is also no stranger to Prasarana, having supplied the latter with coaches it made for use in the Klang Valley and Penang.

A Gamuda Bhd spokesman said the company was “definitely interested” but stopped short of revealing whether the outfit, known for its “tunnelling expertise”, was a pre-qualified candidate for the LRT projects.

At this point, it is still unclear whether Prasarana, a wholly-owned unit of the Ministry of Finance Inc, will award the entire project to one company or a consortium of companies, which will later subcontract the works to third parties or dish out the jobs directly to different companies.

Apart from the three companies, other potential key beneficiaries of the RM7bil, 34.7km project include IJM Corp Bhd, which was involved in the existing Ampang/Kelana Jaya and KL monorail lines as the main civil sub-contractor, as well as other big boys like UEM Builders Bhd and WCT Bhd.

On Monday, Prasarana - the owner and operator of the existing LRT system in the country - released the long-awaited details of the city’s LRT upgrade project.

Of the RM7bil, about RM2bil would be used for land acquisition, according to reports. The scope of work should entail the construction of tracks and stations, a depot, car parks, the purchase of new train sets, signalling, communications, power supply and automatic fare collections systems, according to an AmResearch report.

Prasarana is expected to call for the pre-qualification tenders next month and analysts are expecting the first award for civil works in the first quarter of next year.

Foreign research house Credit Suisse said in a Sept 14 note that the rollout of this project was the next major catalyst for upward re-rating of the construction sector in the country.

Views on LRT project sought


KUALA LUMPUR: A lot of emphasis will be put into hearing the concerns and needs of the people before embarking on the light rail transit (LRT) extension project, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat.

Writing in his blog yesterday, Ong said he had attended a town hall meeting in Subang Jaya on July 25 to listen to feedback, suggestions and comments from residents affected by the LRT extension project.

Among the concerns raised during the meeting were noise pollution, traffic congestion, proximity to homes and facilities for the physically disabled, he added.

“I am pleased that Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (Prasarana) has addressed all of them in their plans.

“The LRT extension is meant to serve the people, and it stands to reason that we must listen to the voice of the people first to ensure the success of the project.

“A study is also ongoing to look into the best option to serve Bandar Sunway and its people, including the sizeable student community there,” he said.

The proposed alignment of the LRT extension will not pass through Bandar Sunway although it will go through Subang Jaya.

Ong said for those who missed the town hall meeting, it was still not too late for them to view the public display of Prasarana’s proposed LRT extension alignment and “make their voices count”.

They, he added, could voice their feedback by checking out www.dor.gov.my or visit the five locations where the alignment was being displayed.

Ong said he hoped to organise more town hall meetings to help his ministry craft more people-friendly and effective policies.

“It is also fun to roll up our sleeves to meet the people,” he said.

They are planning to make some big changes now. Im hearing that the Ampang line may be divided into 3 lines, all meeting at Chan Sow Lin

Cheers, m

That would make the Ampang and Sentul sections too short.
Do they plan to extend these two sections further to the east and north, respectively?

1. Aman Crimson Condos
2. Subang Depot
3. Kelana Jaya Central Point (multi-storey carparks)
4. Subang Parade (interchange with KTM)
5. SS15
6. SS18
7. Summit USJ (multi-storey carparks)
8. Taipan
9. USJ 19 Digital Mall
10. USJ 21 (multi-storey carparks)
11. Alam Megah
12 unknown
13 Putra Heights (interchange with Ampang line)

cheers, m

Any reason why station 6 is called SS18 and not SS14? :rant:

That would make the Ampang and Sentul sections too short.
Do they plan to extend these two sections further to the east and north, respectively?

...if it still bears any weight, the KL 2020 structure plan does show it extending and branching northwestwards.

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Would be good if it goes to Gombak instead (possibly along Jalan Gombak or the Gombak River itself...

Subang Jaya folk want more details about LRT extension plan (http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2009/9/18/central/4731080&sec=central)After a visit by some of their committee members to view the plan, USJ Residents Association (USJRA) president Melvin Lee said they would be studying it in detail and holding dialogues with residents to get their feedback over the next few weeks.

Besides the pollution, environmental and congestion concerns, Lee questioned how seriously Prasarana would consider the feedback and comments given.

“If the sole purpose of the LRT project is to reduce congestion, has a comprehensive study been done to look into whether the LRT is the best option, or whether other modes of transportation are more suitable? Has an impact study also been conducted?” he asked.The best idea would be to get a dialogue cum feedback session with residents, allowing them the chance to hear from RapidKL & Prasarana, their local ADUN, MP & Councillor, and there should be intermediaries like the RA, JKP and TRANSIT & DOR present.

To make this work, there has to be a proper & consistent survey & feedback form given out. Also, people have to ensure that RapidKL & Prasarana & the DOR will take the feedback.

Ideally, there would be at least 1 session for USJ residents (covering station 7-10), 1 session for Subang Jaya residents (covering station 4-6) and 1 session for Putra Heights & Alam Megah residents (covering stations 11-13).

Cheers, m

That would make the Ampang and Sentul sections too short.
Do they plan to extend these two sections further to the east and north, respectively?there are some plans in the pipeline.

Ampang is tougher because they have to acquire the land but they could extend it as far as Melawati to link with the Kelana Jaya line.

...if it still bears any weight, the KL 2020 structure plan does show it extending and branching northwestwards.

http://www.dbkl.gov.my/pskl2020/images/figure_103.jpg

Would be good if it goes to Gombak instead (possibly along Jalan Gombak or the Gombak River itself... A loop following the DUKE highway alignment is included in the KLCity 2020 Draft Local Plan, as well as a plan for a line to Selayang.

People are telling me that the Sentul line is ripe for an extension, either towards Kepong or Selayang - possibly terminating at Sg. Buloh.

I would prefer that they extend the LRT to Kepong then down through Petaling Jaya ... there is lots of space on Jalan Kepong for the LRT guideway.

KTM also has a plan to extend from Batu Caves to Selayang hospital

Either way this is very long term - maybe by 2020 they will consider it.

Cheers, m

Any reason why station 6 is called SS18 and not SS14? :rant:hahahahhaha I wanted to make someone living in SS18 grumpy ... the station will be built right over Jalan Jengka but the larger entrance is on the SS18 side.

It would be nice if they could give it a better name. Right now Im liking "Subang Jaya Utara" for the station next to SS15 and "Subang Jaya Selatan" for SS18 :p

Cheers, m

http://www.usj.com.my/bulletin/upload/showthread.php?p=369084&posted=1#post369084

imagine dis!!!
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My only hope they will bring down the cost !!They do not need supergeduper sci fi design stations keep it simple and practical.Making sure the park and ride stations have enough parking will be the main goal even if it has to be a multilevel structure.

imagine dis!!!
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I thought Malaysia only has this type of problem .:lol:

My only hope they will bring down the cost !!They do not need supergeduper sci fi design stations keep it simple and practical.Making sure the park and ride stations have enough parking will be the main goal even if it has to be a multilevel structure.

Yeah, like Dubai Metro. I read the Economist 9/12 edition talking about how the USD 7.6 billion investment will make a profit even after 5 years operation for which merely a quarter of Dubai population will use the service. For a small economy country like Malaysia, connectivity, practical and economical designs are much more preferrable.

My only hope they will bring down the cost !!They do not need supergeduper sci fi design stations keep it simple and practical.Making sure the park and ride stations have enough parking will be the main goal even if it has to be a multilevel structure.

The high cost is not only build for supergeduper sci fi/park and ride design stations but for more efficient transport systems in the city that really will be the main goal ...:cheers: Possibly that those sci fi station design would not high cost as we think plus SPNB should Provide Strong Economic Stimulus Via Good Infrastructure & Services too!

http://biz.thestar.com.my/archives/2009/8/10/business/p1-table1cht.JPG

Source: http://biz.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/8/10/business/4473679&sec=business
Did you know harga pembinaan dulu adalah 10b RM for Klang Valley LRT sekarang ada di 7b RM!

i wish we could use the Dubai Metro train for our Ampang line... sexy looks

Dubai metro train is also the same case with KL's ERL as well as new bangkok airport link ..It is Desiro from Siemens (German) :)
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siemens_Desiro
- http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0BQQ/is_7_48/ai_n27948120/?tag=content;col1

http://i40.tinypic.com/vx2hbm.jpg

Dubai Metro
Taken from http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=367984&page=24
so can not run on Ampang line since Siemens's Desiro run on different standard rail gauge...correct me if I'm wrong!

Dubai metro train is also the same case with KL's ERL as well as new bangkok airport link ..It is Desiro from Siemens (German) :)
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siemens_Desiro
- http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0BQQ/is_7_48/ai_n27948120/?tag=content;col1

http://i40.tinypic.com/vx2hbm.jpg

Dubai Metro
Taken from http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=367984&page=24
so can not run on Ampang line since Siemens's Desiro run on different standard rail gauge...Ampang line uses standard gauge, what does the desiro use?

Actually if the difference is not too large is easy to regauge the wheels.

Am wondering what Prasarana is going to do to tender the 13 new trains for the Ampang Line.

Cheers, m

Am wondering what Prasarana is going to do to tender the 13 new trains for the Ampang Line.

Cheers, m

Wowww. so EXCITED!!!!

Ampang line uses standard gauge, what does the desiro use?



Tracks (ERL)
Width - 1435 mm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KLIA_Ekspres

So what does the Ampang line use?


Actually if the difference is not too large is easy to regauge the wheels.

Hmmmm..m...!

Source: http://www.dor.gov.my/

http://www.dor.gov.my/images/raya.jpg

hahahahhaha I wanted to make someone living in SS18 grumpy ... the station will be built right over Jalan Jengka but the larger entrance is on the SS18 side.

It would be nice if they could give it a better name. Right now Im liking "Subang Jaya Utara" for the station next to SS15 and "Subang Jaya Selatan" for SS18 :p

Cheers, m

SS14 is a lot more established (slightly bigger, older, more schools, shops, offices, etc). Yeah, but a neutral name would be best (Padang Asam?). I think SS15 should remain. ;)

Tracks (ERL)
Width - 1435 mm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KLIA_Ekspres

So what does the Ampang line use?The Ampang line also uses 1435 mm width.

This should be an interesting tender. Hard to find a company that would want to build just 13 trains for the Ampang line ... so it is likely that these are going to be "off-the-shelf" train designs.

Whichever company enters the RFP will be more interested in selling trains for the Sg. Buloh - Cheras MRT ... possibly they will look at offering a similar design to reduce overall costs for Prasarana.

Whatever happens, the trains are probably going to look quite different from what we see on the Ampang line today.

Bombardier would probably have the "inside track" since they now control AdTranz (which is where the original trains come from) and have control over the Kelana Jaya line. Bombardier also has some good metro designs which can be used - the MOVIA for one.

Then there is Siemens, which is present in Malaysia with the Siemens Desiro trains used for the KLIA Express Rail Link. They have some narrower trains that might have an advantage given the tighter turns that a Malaysian MRT would have.

Also there would be ROTEM which has been selling KTM trains over the past few years. ROTEM would probably be a good source for lighter trains

Other companies like Alstom, Kinkisharyo, Hitachi & Kawasaki are unlikely to contend for the tender.

Cheers, m

Insider info told me that Alstom is considering. And Siemens is definitely bidding. ;)

My info comes from both companies and are a few months old so dunno still true or not hehe......

I'm not sure about Sri Petaling line considering Adtranz has been acquired by Bombardier. But for Kelana Jaya line, Prasarana will stick to ART II rolling stocks (Bombardier).

LRT extension a boon to construction sector
By DANNY YAP


PETALING JAYA: Analysts are generally more bullish on the construction sector since last week’s announcement that state transport firm Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd has been given the nod to extend the Kelana Jaya and Ampang light rail transit (LRT) lines, estimated to cost RM7bil.

A local analyst said the project would have significant and positive impact on the sector, create spin-offs to boost employment, besides helping to ease traffic congestion.

“The extension of the Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT lines will also help increase the value of properties along the lines,” he told StarBiz.

He said it was not uncommon for properties within walking distance to the LRT stations to appreciate, but it also depended on the location.

“These properties located near LRT stations are definitely more easy to rent as people can opt for an alternative mode of transportation, to driving.”

http://biz.thestar.com.my/archives/2009/9/24/business/LRT.jpg

He also said the extensions, slated to be completed in three years, would serve the transport needs of those living or working further from the Kuala Lumpur city centre, thereby easing congestion and improving transport efficiency.

At this moment, it is unclear whether Prasarana, a wholly-owned unit of Ministry of Finance Inc, will award the entire project to one company or a consortium of companies.

“Many leading construction companies are definitely eyeing a major slice of the cake,” the analyst said.

An analyst with OSK Research also concurred that the extension lines would help lift property prices, especially for properties near the stations.

He said prequalification tenders for the construction of the extension lines were expected to be called next month and contracts awarded only from early 2010.

“This, we reckon, is very timely as the estimated completion of the extension lines by early next decade will likely coincide with the expected boom in the mass to mid housing market, thus giving many of the townships along these upcoming LRT lines the leverage to ride on the next major upcycle,” he said.

The Kelana Jaya line would extend from the Kelana Jaya station to Subang Jaya and USJ, before ending in Putra Heights.

A total of 13 stations will be located along the 17km Kelana Jaya extension. There will also be an interchange at the existing KTM line located behind Carrefour in Subang Jaya.

The analyst said the extension would serve the densely populated and mature townships such as Subang Jaya and USJ.

“There is a sizeable student population within the enclave and its vicinity as it houses a number of colleges and universities, such as Taylor’s College, INTI College and Metropolitan College,” he said.

The analyst said the Ampang extension line would start from the existing Sri Petaling station, pass through Bandar Kinrara, Bandar Puchong Jaya and Bandar Puteri Puchong before ending in Putra Heights.

The 17.7km Ampang extension will also have 13 stations. Both the Kelana and Ampang extension lines will connect at an interchange in Putra Heights.

The OSK analyst said in contrast to the Kelana Jaya extension line, the Ampang line would pass through many new but fast growing townships in the south-east of the Klang Valley.

Foreign research house Credit Suisse said in its Sept 14 note that the rollout of this RM7bil project was the next major catalyst for upward re-rating of the construction sector in the country.

Potential main contractors for the extension jobs; IJM, Gamuda, UEM.:)
It's just my speculation.:lol:

Pinpoint location of LRT stations, says youth chief
By THO XIN YI


SELANGOR MCA Youth Chief Dr Kow Cheong Wei has urged Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd to show the exact location of stations to the people.

Commenting on the LRT extension plans that were made public recently, Kow said the route did not pinpoint the locations and gave a general indication only.

“Prasarana should put up notices at the respective sites so that the residents have a clear idea of the locations of the stations before making comments or suggestions,” he said.

This, according to Kow, would also prevent confusion and disagreement in the future which might cause delay in the completion of the project.

http://thestar.com.my/archives/2009/10/2/central/m_pg04Menara%20MBPJ.jpg
Under scrutiny: The public viewing the LRT extension plans at Menara MBPJ recently

He added that Prasarana should explain the rational of choosing, or not choosing, certain locations to house a station.

Citing Bandar Puteri Puchong as an example, he said a station in this populated area was needed but the nearest station proposed to be built is at the Rakan Muda Sports Complex instead, which is located at the other side of the Damansara-Puchong Expressway.

He said the population around the stations should also be taken into account.

“In town planning, we usually talk about the development in the next five to 50 years. When Prasarana drew up this extension plan, which year were they referring to?” Kow asked.

Touching on the design of the station, Kow said the lay-by for bus and taxi pick-ups must be well planned to avoid traffic congestion.

He also questioned if the carpark at the park-and-ride stations would be operated by private companies or Prasarana.

“The parking fee should not be too expensive as it might turn commuters away,” he said.

He said the secondary transport system — the bus service provided by RapidKL to support the LRT system — should be planned from now.

“We have to think of Puchong as a hub and how to disperse traffic out of Puchong effectively.

“Bandar Sunway, Seri Kembangan and Klang, for example, cannot be reached through LRT and RapidKL can study the possibilities of linking Puchong to these places,” he said.

Kow, a former Kinrara assemblyman, said he first brought up the LRT suggestion in his Traffic Dispersal System in 2002 and was glad that the plan was going to materialise soon.

“I submitted my suggestions to Prasarana and about 80% of the station locations are the same as that laid out in the plan now,” he said.

Pinpoint location of LRT stations, says youth chief
By THO XIN YI


SELANGOR MCA Youth Chief Dr Kow Cheong Wei has urged Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd to show the exact location of stations to the people.

Commenting on the LRT extension plans that were made public recently, Kow said the route did not pinpoint the locations and gave a general indication only.Sigh...politicians like to do no effort and take all the credit. If he had bothered to read the station plans provided by RapidKL & Prasarana, only a little bit of effort is needed to figure out the location of the stations.

On the other hand, RapidKL & Prasarana should make a better effort of providing full site plans for the LRT, instead of a site plan that just shows the actual construction site.

The entire route plan schematics should be blown up and placed on presentation boards.

As for his claim that 80% of his suggestions were accepted by RapidKL ... good for him. It's not too hard to predict where a station should go.

Cheers, m

Actually, the location for LRT stations can be seen from a special booklet.

Actually, the location for LRT stations can be seen from a special booklet.yeah...but the focus is only on the project site itself...not in a neighbourhood context.

So he is right that they could be more specific ... but he probably doesnt know about the station plans in the booklet :bash:

When I went to the Eglinton Crosstown LRT proposal, they had the entire line spread out on 2 sets of presentation boards approximately 9m long...so basically they had 36 m of detailed plans showing neighbourhoods on 1km on each side of the LRT for its entire length (about 45km).

Cheers, m

Sigh...politicians like to do no effort and take all the credit. If he had bothered to read the station plans provided by RapidKL & Prasarana, only a little bit of effort is needed to figure out the location of the stations.

On the other hand, RapidKL & Prasarana should make a better effort of providing full site plans for the LRT, instead of a site plan that just shows the actual construction site.

The entire route plan schematics should be blown up and placed on presentation boards.

As for his claim that 80% of his suggestions were accepted by RapidKL ... good for him. It's not too hard to predict where a station should go.

Cheers, m

i always chose to ignore politicians....hate them when talking like people's champion which in fact they got no idea what they are saying...making them look even much stupid!

imbecile! :ohno:

LRT: Cadangan masih diterima

KUALA LUMPUR 7 Okt. - Orang ramai mempunyai masa sehingga 14 Disember ini untuk mengemukakan sebarang cadangan dan bantahan mengenai projek penyambungan laluan transit aliran ringan (LRT).

Menteri Pengangkutan, Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat berkata, walaupun laluan itu sudah dirangka tetapi ia bukanlah satu keputusan yang muktamad sehingga semua bantahan diterima dan diteliti.

"Orang ramai khususnya penduduk yang berhampiran dengan tapak projek berkenaan boleh mengemukakan cadangan atau bantahan melalui Ketua Pegawai Jabatan Keretapi Malaysia," katanya ketika ditemui di sini.

Beliau mengulas rungutan sesetengah pihak yang mengatakan kawasan perumahan mereka lebih memerlukan operasi LRT tetapi laluan baru tersebut tidak melibatkan kawasan mereka.

Sambungan laluan LRT sedia ada akan melibatkan pembinaan 25 buah stesen baru dan dianggarkan menelan belanja sebanyak RM7 billion.

Kedua-dua sistem LRT Kelana Jaya dan Ampang akan bertemu di Putra Height dan kawasan itu kelak akan menjadi pusat transit utama sistem pengangkutan berkenaan.

Tee Keat berkata, pihaknya akan meneliti rungutan oleh pengguna itu tetapi mereka perlu mengemukakan cadangan itu secara bertulis kepada Syarikat Prasarana Negara.

Katanya, jika stesen LRT tidak dapat dibina di kawasan mereka, pihaknya akan memastikan ada kemudahan pengangkutan awam di kawasan tersebut ke stesen LRT berhampiran.

Actually i was just wondering, the more station it served, is it mean the more commuters and this would definitely end up congestion in the 4 carriages train? am i right?

If let say the MRT new route is going to be integrated into the existing putra LRT, i would be doubted that the existing 4 carriages trains are able to cope with the increase of commuters in a sudden?

I was quite worried that in the future if most of the person from Damansara is going to KLCC and meaning to say that, the crowd situation in KLCC would never be solved..

When the track is longer, if the number of trains remain the same mean the frequency will be low, so definitely trains needed to be adequate before the extension are ready.. just my 2 cents anyway..

since when rapidKL is going to lengthen the platform?

and if it is,sure the number of train should be increase....increasing the number of train is much easier than expand the current platform...

especially the underground section.

since when rapidKL is going to lengthen the platform?

and if it is,sure the number of train should be increase....increasing the number of train is much easier than expand the current platform...

especially the underground section.long term they are going to have to do something.

The 210 carriages will operate by 2012 but what about future growth? Buy another 22 trains and couple 17 of the existing sets and you have 282 carriages in the form of 57 permament 4-carriage trains, 34 coupled 4-carriage trains and 1 remaining 2-carriage train set.

But after you go to full 4-carriage operations by, 2015 or 2016 then what>? Demand is going to continue to grow ... even with the MRT through the northwest parts of Petaling Jaya.

Cheers, m

haahaha... i know it's for future demand. but we haven't heard any plan from gov or even prasarana to expand the line, except the new 4-car train and the extension.

but it's good to expand the line...or at least they start to plan by now, so that they know what they will do in the future when the demand is increasing.

http://biz.thestar.com.my/archives/2009/9/24/business/LRT.jpg


PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Make Puchong a hub, too
2009/10/08 SUSAI ANTHONY MUTHU, Puchong
http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/19trr/Article/index_html

NEWS of the extension of the Star LRT line from Sri Petaling to Puchong is welcome news. Puchong is a far cry from what it used to be. Residential and business developments, along with the increase in traffic, have surpassed all projections.

The development of a light rail transit system is not only necessary but very much overdue. Which brings me to the question: why does the line have to end at Putra Heights?

One of the most significant problems associated with our public transport, especially in the Klang Valley, is its piece-meal nature. A major flaw of this approach is the lack of integration and connectivity. Of course, KL Sentral is a major hub and serves as the point where most, if not all, of the multiple forms of public transport meet.

However, that means that everyone in the Klang Valley has to go to KL Sentral to get connected.

This is hardly what integration and connectivity are all about. We should develop other hubs, too, and Puchong has all the attributes to be developed into a hub given its central location and proximity in relation to Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya.

Can we not have an LRT line that connects Puchong to the Putrajaya Sentral station?

In fact, we should build a Puchong Sentral terminal that will serve as the connecting point to various parts of the Klang Valley and serve as an intercity transfer point as well.

A holistic approach is needed for the development of public transport in the Klang Valley and while it may be a little late to improve matters in KL, I hope that the authorities will ensure that other areas such as Puchong do not suffer the same fate.

haha.. funny guy. It is just because he lives in Puchong...

haha.. funny guy. It is just because he lives in Puchong...welllll it's not a terrible idea ... might be viable to have an LRT from Puchong to Putrajaya Sentral in 25-50 years.

Not to mention extending the Kelana Jaya line from Putra Heights to Sepang and KLIA....I mean, why not???? :banana:

But seriously .....

a rapid, limited stop bus between Puchong and Putrajaya Sentral and a bus connection between Putra Heights and KLIA are actually good ideas. It's up to the government and LITRAK / PLUS and Prasarana to make it work.

Considering all the hassles, resistance etc. it would probably be cheaper to just build a monorail :bash:

Cheers, m

welllll it's not a terrible idea ... might be viable to have an LRT from Puchong to Putrajaya Sentral in 25-50 years.

Not to mention extending the Kelana Jaya line from Putra Heights to Sepang and KLIA....I mean, why not???? :banana:

But seriously .....

a rapid, limited stop bus between Puchong and Putrajaya Sentral and a bus connection between Putra Heights and KLIA are actually good ideas. It's up to the government and LITRAK / PLUS and Prasarana to make it work.

Considering all the hassles, resistance etc. it would probably be cheaper to just build a monorail :bash:

Cheers, m

Yes, you're right! I agree that it is not a bad idea. It is funny because one would always promote the place where she or he lives. But once he or she finds out the track will be 10 metre away from the house, he or she will start sreaming :-).

Anyway, what I am trying to point out is that we can argue to have hubs at all places. Let it be Putra Height, Puchong, etc. What matter is the long term planning around the hubs.

Yes, you're right! I agree that it is not a bad idea. It is funny because one would always promote the place where she or he lives. But once he or she finds out the track will be 10 metre away from the house, he or she will start sreaming :-).

Anyway, what I am trying to point out is that we can argue to have hubs at all places. Let it be Putra Height, Puchong, etc. What matter is the long term planning around the hubs.

NIMBY....not in my backyard.:bash:

maybe we should sometime look at japan on how close their home to the rail track and the train station.:)

NIMBY....not in my backyard.:bash:

maybe we should sometime look at japan on how close their home to the rail track and the train station.:)

No. It is better to look at European cities. With massive train network, their city still look neat and clean.

Japanese cities are messy due to railroads criss-cross each other.

yup...europe is much better in term of neat and clean.... level crossing.(but of course japan train schedule is the best.....the schedulu is in seconds counting if i'm not mistaken)

i'm just using japan as example... that their attitude.... no NIMBY.

messy but schedule.... on time.

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Commuters want exact locations of new stations
By BAVANI M Monday October 12, 2009

IT HAS been almost a month since Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd revealed its preferred alignments for the proposed extension to the Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT lines.

Since then, there have been numerous calls by residents and stakeholders requesting that the exact locations of the stations be identified.

Having a clear idea of where these stations are located would help people provide feedback, comments and suggestions to the proposed lines as well as prevent any confusion in future that might hamper the project.

Several locations have been proposed and it is believed that the most of the stations will be within a 500m radius of these locations with some exceptions.

The Kelana Jaya line starts from the Kelana Jaya station, passing through Subang Jaya and USJ, before ending at Putra Heights, covering 17km, with 13 new stations.

http://thestar.com.my/archives/2009/10/12/central/carrefoure.jpg

Convenience: There will be a station near Carrefour &
Subang Parade on the Kelana Jaya line extension.

There are two stations in Petaling Jaya, while Subang Jaya has seven stations located along Jalan Jengka and Persiaran Kewajipan and three stations in Putra Heights.

The line will have five stations with multi-storey park-and-ride facilities.

The Ampang line, which spans 17.7km, starts at the Sri Petaling station and passes through the Kinrara and Puchong industrial zones before ending at Putra Heights.

It has 13 stations, with six multi-storey carpark and park-and-ride facilities, including Putra Heights. Two stations are located in Kuala Lumpur, while 10 stations are in Puchong.

The 35km of lines, which are estimated to cost about RM7bil, will be elevated and are expected to be ready by 2012.

http://thestar.com.my/archives/2009/10/12/central/putra.jpg

Future option: There is a lot of land waiting to be developed at
Putra Heights, where both the extensions are expected to meet. :cheers:

For those wanting to make comments and objections, note that the display hours are from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Views should be in writing and submitted to the Department of Railways director-general’s office before Dec 14.

For details call 03-2278 1222 or visit www.dor.gov.my.

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More information needed
VALLEY VIEWS By BAVANI M


WHEN Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd recently announced the much-anticipated proposed LRT lines for both its Kelana Jaya and Ampang Lines, I was ecstatic!

The news was welcome relief, especially after the recent increase in taxi and bus fares. I basically live and breathe public transport, and I am all for measures that could improve our beleaguered public transport system a few notches.

A selfish point of view, perhaps, but let’s get real. The public transport system is the spine of every major city in the world. Without a first-class public transport system, Kuala Lumpur can never stand up and be counted as one of the best cities in the world.

That we still have to grapple with the issues of traffic congestion and public transportation often baffles me. It is no secret that KL’s gridlock costs the city millions of ringgit each day and, according to a statement from the Association for the Improvement of Mass-Transit (Transit) Klang Valley, congestion costs are leading to the loss of 2% of Malaysia’s GDP (about RM10bil) every year.

Is it because of the lack of capital, expertise, or the conviction to come up with the best solution without allowing anything, political interference included, get in the way?

Prasarana’s recent public display of the proposed extensions and alignments of the two LRT lines for feedback from the people is truly laudable. According to Prasarana’s group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed, Prasarana had evaluated 10 alignments and decided to choose the one that was the most cost-effective and reached the largest number of people.

That sounds reassuring but there is no denying that there is discontentment among the people since the maps were put on display.

Some are unhappy that the lines would be close to their houses, while others are unhappy about the choice of some of the locations for the proposed stations.

While I do understand that we all have a tendency to speak and act out of self-interest and that Prasarana is in an unenviable position where they can never satisfy everyone, I believe that people have the right to know why certain decisions are taken and the rationale behind them.

According to Transit adviser Moaz Ahmad, there may have been some constraints that affected the alignment and the locations chosen as the entire project involves relatively built-up and developed areas. However, his view that Prasarana has not revealed enough information is a valid one.

“Prasarana has decided that they will extend the LRT but they have shown no studies to prove that the LRT is the best choice over the other alternatives like trams or buses,” Moaz said.

“We also do not even know if they have looked at any alternatives over the past five years.

“Prasarana has chosen Putra Heights as the final destination but provided no data to show that it is the best place for the LRT to end, as opposed to Puchong, Cyberjaya or Shah Alam.

“The line will bypass high-density areas like Bandar Sunway and Petaling Jaya. But they have not explained why they have chosen to do this,” he added.

I am a believer that people are, in general, reasonable beings and will be less sceptical when logical explanations are provided.

I believe that people can certainly provide more feedback when they are better informed.

Being more open will also cut down on the unwarranted scepticism and criticism people have against Prasarana.

More importantly, it will go a long way in showing that the company has the conviction to strive for the best.

Update:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2466/4015539875_2d1c003d5f_b.jpg

According to lrtextension.com,

Kelana Jaya Line station types (all have lifts, escalators, public telephones, ticket machines, customer service offices and suraus)
Stn 01 - side platforms
Stn 02 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 03 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 04 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 05 - island platform
Stn 06 - island platform
Stn 07 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 08 - side platforms
Stn 09 - side platforms
Stn 10 - side platforms, Park & Ride facility
Stn 11 - island platform
Stn 12 - island platform
Stn 13 - side/island, Park & Ride facility


Ampang line station types (all have lifts, escalators, public telephones, ticket machines, customer service offices and suraus)
Stn 01 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 02 - side platforms
Stn 03 - side platforms
Stn 04 - side platforms
Stn 05 - side platforms
Stn 06 - side platforms, Park & Ride facility
Stn 07 - side platforms, Park & Ride facility
Stn 08 - side platforms, Park & Ride facility
Stn 09 - island platform
Stn 10 - side platforms, Park & Ride facility
Stn 11 - side platforms
Stn 12 - island platform, Park & Ride facility
Stn 13 - side/island, Park & Ride facility

^^one more facility being left out...Touch'nGo top up machine..must have at all stations..If I use ATM machine, I have to pay extra RM0.50..wat a waste:ohno:

http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t224/Nissan_FUGA/Public%20transport/Image818.jpg (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t224/Nissan_FUGA/Public%20transport/Image818.jpg/)

Allurban, after reading through some Transit posts, do you have any idea why people are so NIMBY about the LRT extensions? It seems that a high percentage of people want the benefits without the cons, which seems fairly idealistic. Also, what do you think is the best solution with regards to the Bandar Sunway situation?

Allurban, after reading through some Transit posts, do you have any idea why people are so NIMBY about the LRT extensions? It seems that a high percentage of people want the benefits without the cons, which seems fairly idealistic. Also, what do you think is the best solution with regards to the Bandar Sunway situation?MRT, there will always be what i call "hard core NIMBY" people who are very self centred and do not care about things.

But most of the people we label as "NIMBY" are more concerned about the planning process and having their voice heard. They feel like they are the little people and the process is very much against them.

That is why TRANSIT is working with the residents of Subang Jaya and USJ and Sunway to get more feedback towards Prasarana, RapidKL and the Department of Railways. Check out lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com for our feedback forms and banners.

We will also work with the residents of Puchong when they get organized.

We have given some feedback to the Subang Alam and Putra Heights residents who are unhappy with the routing of the LRT along the powerline ... make sure they understand the avenues for protest and feedback (Railways Act, Department of Railways etc.).

As for Sunway ... the committee wants to have a rail extension through Sunway ... Ive suggested that they lobby for an LRT extension (spur of the Kelana Jaya line to IOI mall) or a monorail link as these are the best options available.

The path of LRT extensions are not likely to change at this point...but there are possibilities for other services.

Cheers, m

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2466/4015539875_2d1c003d5f_b.jpg

Nice photo but what is the date of the publication of this image in the Star newspaper?

Cheers, m

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2466/4015539875_2d1c003d5f_b.jpg

Nice photo but what is the date of the publication of this image in the Star newspaper?

Cheers, m

Star Metro 12 October 2009

design stesen dah nak sama macam design stesen projek Metro Dubai..........harap-harap ruangan dalamnya juga nampak moden macam di Dubai.................biar tak nampak macam stesen LRT..................nmpak macam airport............

yg paling penting...............perkhidmatan mesti baik.............

design stesen dah nak sama macam design stesen projek Metro Dubai..........harap-harap ruangan dalamnya juga nampak moden macam di Dubai.................biar tak nampak macam stesen LRT..................nmpak macam airport............

yg paling penting...............perkhidmatan mesti baik.............

What is the point? The whole idea of having a "rapid" transport is for the users to spend time as little as possible at the stations. The stations are just have to be practical and accessible.

MRT, there will always be what i call "hard core NIMBY" people who are very self centred and do not care about things.

But most of the people we label as "NIMBY" are more concerned about the planning process and having their voice heard. They feel like they are the little people and the process is very much against them.

That is why TRANSIT is working with the residents of Subang Jaya and USJ and Sunway to get more feedback towards Prasarana, RapidKL and the Department of Railways. Check out lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com for our feedback forms and banners.

We will also work with the residents of Puchong when they get organized.

We have given some feedback to the Subang Alam and Putra Heights residents who are unhappy with the routing of the LRT along the powerline ... make sure they understand the avenues for protest and feedback (Railways Act, Department of Railways etc.).

As for Sunway ... the committee wants to have a rail extension through Sunway ... Ive suggested that they lobby for an LRT extension (spur of the Kelana Jaya line to IOI mall) or a monorail link as these are the best options available.

The path of LRT extensions are not likely to change at this point...but there are possibilities for other services.

Cheers, m
I see. I guess it seems that they simply want their way without understanding the complexities involved or that have to be under taken.

To me, it seems that the Putra Heights people are rather against the extension to go as far as to call it their living nightmare. Not all benefits come without their set of cons. Personally then, how do you foresee the public consultation period ending? A kudos to RapidKL and Prasana or something that will come to bite them in the back and haunt them in time to come?

I guess what Sunway needs would be an internal system centred on the Sunway central development area (Resort, Pyramid, Lagoon). Perhaps a loop around the Pyramid complex, resort hotel, lagoon area while serving the Monash campus too. Followed by spurs to Puchong, Setia Jaya, Subang Jaya and/or USJ to reach the Ampang Line, Klang-Sentul Line and Kelana Jaya Line respectively. Would that function well or are Sunway residents adamant about a one-seat ride to KL and various locations?

Thanks for your viewpoints.

I see. I guess it seems that they simply want their way without understanding the complexities involved or that have to be under taken.

To me, it seems that the Putra Heights people are rather against the extension to go as far as to call it their living nightmare. Not all benefits come without their set of cons. Personally then, how do you foresee the public consultation period ending? A kudos to RapidKL and Prasana or something that will come to bite them in the back and haunt them in time to come?

I guess what Sunway needs would be an internal system centred on the Sunway central development area (Resort, Pyramid, Lagoon). Perhaps a loop around the Pyramid complex, resort hotel, lagoon area while serving the Monash campus too. Followed by spurs to Puchong, Setia Jaya, Subang Jaya and/or USJ to reach the Ampang Line, Klang-Sentul Line and Kelana Jaya Line respectively. Would that function well or are Sunway residents adamant about a one-seat ride to KL and various locations?

Thanks for your viewpoints.hi MRTfreak

You have the right points...many people do take time to react but dont take the time to understand things.

I respect their concerns but not the way they express them.

Im not sure how to predict what will happen at the end of this public display period. But I can say that it is not the same as public consultation.

I do think that the timing of the AG report on Prasarana overspending plus the tender for 400 buses plus the budget will come back and haunt Prasarana. They really will have to move from the "public display" model to the "public consultation" model.

As for Sunway, an internal loop is part of what Sunway needs. From what I have heard, Prasarana wants to build a line from Summit in USJ to Seri Setia KTM Station.

The problem that Prasarana does not understand is that public transport does not work on the "if you build it they will come" principle.

Cheers, m

Subang Jaya and USJ residents have posted banners encouraging people to give more feedback on the LRT extension

http://transitmy.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/dsc00214.jpg?w=468&h=351

There are also feedback forms on the website lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com (http://lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com)

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_GQ-8R_wLK8A/Stv6Vd3nCEI/AAAAAAAAACs/76_eD3L4CQU/s320/feedback_form_eng.jpg English

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GQ-8R_wLK8A/Stv6ccUhcXI/AAAAAAAAAC0/XCZcgIf3dB4/s320/feedback_form_malay.jpg BM

Download the forms in English (http://www.sjalert.com.my/images/community/lrt%20to%20subang%20jaya/feedback_form_eng.pdf) and BM (http://www.sjalert.com.my/images/community/lrt%20to%20subang%20jaya/feedback_form_malay.pdf)

Cheers, m

Community reps bond together over proposed LRT lines
By JADE CHAN
http://lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com/


SEVERAL community representatives have taken the initiative to form an ad-hoc action group to address various concerns regarding the proposed Kelana Jaya LRT line extension into Subang Jaya.

The group encompasses the Residents Committee (JKP) Zones 1-3, Subang Jaya Residents Associa-tion (SJRA), USJ Residents Association (USJRA), Bandar Sunway Residents Association (BSRA), SJ Alert and Association for the Improvement of Mass-Transit (Transit).

Its members set up the lrttosubangjaya.blogspot.com website, where information on the proposed project has been posted.

They aim to gather feedback/comments from those residing or working in the Subang Jaya, USJ and Bandar Sunway communities via feedback forms to help the group prepare the necessary submissions and/or new recommendations to the Department of Railways and Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad.

Subang Jaya assemblyman Hannah Yeoh said the group was formed to create greater awareness on the project and to get the local community to submit their feedback. “We’re disappointed that the relevant authorities have not done enough to create awareness about the project.”

“The initial feedback that we got from the public is that there is insufficient information, which was why the website and feedback form was created last month.

“The group also put up banners at the proposed seven stations in Subang Jaya a couple of weeks ago,” she added.

USJRA secretary Eileen Cheah said seven banners have been placed at the proposed station locations and eight at high-traffic areas, while 5,000 forms have been printed.

Transit adviser Moaz Yusuf Ahmad said: “The guest book placed at the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) office lobby does not provide enough space for the public to write their feedback, while there is no indication that e-mails would be considered as official feedback.

“People are concerned about the placement of the stations, and the project’s social and environmental impact in terms of noise pollution, construction method and parking facilities.

“There are also concerns that the proposed LRT line extension plan differs from the state government’s structural plan,” he said.

PJS 9 Rukun Tetangga chairman Goh Hai Thun said Bandar Sunway residents feel sidelined as the line does not pass through their township.

“There is a big population in Bandar Sunway, as well as three universities and a shopping mall. We hope that Prasarana will include a spin-off route or do something to include Bandar Sunway,” he said.

Moaz pointed out the lack of coordination between the different ministries and agencies that are involved in transport planning, and the lack of accessibility to information on the project.

Noting that the proposed LRT line and four stations would be parallel to Persiaran Kewajipan, Yeoh expressed hope that the Public Works Department (JKR) and Transport Ministry would work closely to ensure that the project does not clash with a possible extension of the Subang-Kelana Link, which presently ends at the Persiaran Kewajipan/ Kesas Highway intersection.

Projek sambungan LRT mula suku pertama 2010
Oleh Ahmad Farizal Hajat
ahmadfarizal@bharian.com.my


KERJA pembinaan dua sambungan baru laluan sistem Transit Aliran Ringan (LRT) Kelana Jaya serta Ampang yang dianggarkan bernilai RM7 bilion akan dimulakan pada suku pertama tahun depan.

Mengikut sumber, Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, iaitu syarikat yang dipertanggungjawabkan kerajaan bagi pembinaan sambungan baru LRT berkenaan akan mula menganugerahkan kontrak bagi projek yang akan dilaksanakan dalam dua fasa, iaitu kerja sivil serta mekanikal dan elektrikal itu, dalam tempoh dua hingga tiga bulan lagi.

“Difahamkan, daripada nilai projek RM7 bilion itu, lebih daripada RM1 bilion akan diperuntukkan bagi pembinaan struktur tambahan sambungan sistem tren yang mana ketika ini sebuah firma Kanada, iaitu Bombardier Inc, pemilik teknologi sistem LRT sedia ada di Malaysia dikatakan sebagai firma utama yang akan dianugerahkan kerja itu.

“Selain Bombardier, tiga lagi firma tempatan, Scomi Group, Global Rail Sdn Bhd dan YTL Group turut berpotensi untuk diberikan bahagian kerja berkenaan,” katanya.

Katanya, kerja pembinaan sambungan baru LRT itu adalah satu daripada projek terbesar dan utama dalam senarai perbelanjaan kerajaan tahun ini, selain projek pembinaan air bersih antara negeri yang sudah pun dianugerahkan kepada Shimuzu Corp daripada Jepun.

Justeru, katanya, ramai kontraktor, termasuk syarikat berkaitan kerajaan dan kontraktor kecil, kini berminat turut terbabit dalam pelaksanaan projek LRT berkenaan berikutan ada banyak senarai kerja bakal ditawarkan tidak lama lagi.

Dalam pada itu, penganalisis Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank-IB), Wong Chew Hann, ketika dihubungi berkata, lapan syarikat tempatan dijangka akan membida untuk mendapatkan bahagian kerja yang membabitkan pembinaan sivil.

Katanya, syarikat berkenaan termasuk IJM Corporation, Gamuda Bhd, WCT, Sunway, Loh & Loh Construction, UEM Builders, Mudajaya dan MRCB.

Ketika ini, sebagai syarat bagi membolehkan projek itu dilaksanakan, Prasarana mempamerkan cadangan laluan baru itu selama tiga bulan untuk membolehkan orang ramai memberikan maklum balas dengan melawat ke lokasi yang telah ditetapkan atau ke laman web yang khusus diwujudkan bagi tujuan itu.

Bagi pelaksanaan projek berkenaan, kerja sambungan LRT bagi laluan LRT Ampang akan bermula dari stesen Sri Petaling, melalui kawasan Kinrara dan Puchong serta berakhir di Putra Heights meliputi jarak 17.7 kilometer (km) dan 13 stesen baru.

Sambungan baru bagi laluan Kelana Jaya pula, akan bermula dari stesen Kelana Jaya, melalui kawasan Subang Jaya dan USJ serta berakhir di Putra Heights, meliputi jarak sejauh 17 km dan 13 stesen baru.

The pre-qualification tenders for the proposed Klang Valley Light Rail Transit (LRT) extension works were unveiled on Nov 3. Tenders are for facilities packages, which are the main civil and infrastructure works, and other sub-packages.

Submission for pre-qualification bids will be opened until Dec 16 although tenders for the systems and rolling stock portion -- which includes mechanical & electrical (M&E) -- have yet to be called for.

The Edge reported the scope of works for the facilities package include guideway structures, actual stations and the park & ride buildings. It added that the main civil works programme could be broken down into six main packages. This includes the actual bricks-and-mortar structure for the tracks as well as LRT stations.

AmResearch said earlier reports stated the Klang Valley LRT extension works were expected to cost an initial RM7 billion. The project entailed the construction of additional tracks linking both the Kelana Jaya (17km) as well as the Ampang (17.7km) lines to Putra Heights along the southern tip of Klang Valley.

"Based on our channel checks, most big construction outfits in Malaysia have submitted bids for the civil works part of this massive project. But we our unclear as to how the work packages would be carved out," it said.

AmResearch said going by operating track record, it believed both IJM Corp Bhd and Gamuda Bhd are frontrunners for the LRT jobs. However, it did not discount possibility of a consortium being formed to facilitate entry of other local players at subcontractor level, which may include WCT Bhd and Loh & Loh Bhd.

As for the M&E portion, it said that the scope for local participation appears limited due to the high-level of technical expertise required to build and commission LRT systems.

http://www.theedgeproperty.com/news-a-views/747-amresearch-sees-rm62-bil-projects-to-be-rolled-out.html

Projek sambungan LRT mula suku pertama 2010
Oleh Ahmad Farizal Hajat

KERJA pembinaan dua sambungan baru laluan sistem Transit Aliran Ringan (LRT) Kelana Jaya serta Ampang yang dianggarkan bernilai RM7 bilion akan dimulakan pada suku pertama tahun depan.

Mengikut sumber, Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd, iaitu syarikat yang dipertanggungjawabkan kerajaan bagi pembinaan sambungan baru LRT berkenaan akan mula menganugerahkan kontrak bagi projek yang akan dilaksanakan dalam dua fasa, iaitu kerja sivil serta mekanikal dan elektrikal itu, dalam tempoh dua hingga tiga bulan lagi.

“Difahamkan, daripada nilai projek RM7 bilion itu, lebih daripada RM1 bilion akan diperuntukkan bagi pembinaan struktur tambahan sambungan sistem tren yang mana ketika ini sebuah firma Kanada, iaitu Bombardier Inc, pemilik teknologi sistem LRT sedia ada di Malaysia dikatakan sebagai firma utama yang akan dianugerahkan kerja itu.

“Selain Bombardier, tiga lagi firma tempatan, Scomi Group, Global Rail Sdn Bhd dan YTL Group turut berpotensi untuk diberikan bahagian kerja berkenaan,” katanya.

Katanya, kerja pembinaan sambungan baru LRT itu adalah satu daripada projek terbesar dan utama dalam senarai perbelanjaan kerajaan tahun ini, selain projek pembinaan air bersih antara negeri yang sudah pun dianugerahkan kepada Shimuzu Corp daripada Jepun.

Justeru, katanya, ramai kontraktor, termasuk syarikat berkaitan kerajaan dan kontraktor kecil, kini berminat turut terbabit dalam pelaksanaan projek LRT berkenaan berikutan ada banyak senarai kerja bakal ditawarkan tidak lama lagi.

Dalam pada itu, penganalisis Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank-IB), Wong Chew Hann, ketika dihubungi berkata, lapan syarikat tempatan dijangka akan membida untuk mendapatkan bahagian kerja yang membabitkan pembinaan sivil.

Katanya, syarikat berkenaan termasuk IJM Corporation, Gamuda Bhd, WCT, Sunway, Loh & Loh Construction, UEM Builders, Mudajaya dan MRCB.

Ketika ini, sebagai syarat bagi membolehkan projek itu dilaksanakan, Prasarana mempamerkan cadangan laluan baru itu selama tiga bulan untuk membolehkan orang ramai memberikan maklum balas dengan melawat ke lokasi yang telah ditetapkan atau ke laman web yang khusus diwujudkan bagi tujuan itu.

Bagi pelaksanaan projek berkenaan, kerja sambungan LRT bagi laluan LRT Ampang akan bermula dari stesen Sri Petaling, melalui kawasan Kinrara dan Puchong serta berakhir di Putra Heights meliputi jarak 17.7 kilometer (km) dan 13 stesen baru.

Sambungan baru bagi laluan Kelana Jaya pula, akan bermula dari stesen Kelana Jaya, melalui kawasan Subang Jaya dan USJ serta berakhir di Putra Heights, meliputi jarak sejauh 17 km dan 13 stesen baru.

Start work in 1st quaters 2010 >>> Jan - March 2010!!!!!!!!!!! :cheers:

so are they gonna finally build an LRT line in sunway?? it's a nightmare to get from sunway to KL....

so are they gonna finally build an LRT line in sunway?? it's a nightmare to get from sunway to KL....not part of the plan right now.

Cheers, m

LRT shouldn't be seen as the one and only solution for traffic solution. having a designated bus lane is the cheapest and fastest option. maybe sunway berhad could do their responsibility on this....

on the other hand, the new Green Building Index (GBI) not only emphasis 'green' on individual building, but the whole residential neighborhood must have a proper transportation plan developed by the developer themselves. so, according to the guideline, it is indeed the responsible should be carried by the developer....

but most cases, people simply put blame on authority...

Public display period for LRT lines proposal coming to a close
By BAVANI M


THE three-month public display period for the proposed Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT lines is coming to an end, and Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (Prasarana) wants the public to come forward with their views.

Its group communications general manager, Ebi Azly Abdullah, said the public response had been positive so far, but added that whatever feedback must be official.

“We value their constructive feedback, good or bad. But, it must be made through the proper channels,’’ he said, adding that they do not accept comments which do not use the official form given.

http://thestar.com.my/archives/2009/11/20/central/m_04logbook.jpg
Big matter: Masayu Salleh (right) and Nurulhuda Mohamed writing down their views in the log book at the display counter in DBKL.

“Most of the feedback we received are from Selangor, with the bulk of queries concerning the station’s locations. Most want to know why the lines are not by-passing areas like Cheras, Shah Alam and Klang,’’ he said.

The plans are being displayed at Department of Railways (DOR), Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya Council (MBSJ) and Shah Alam City Council (MBSA).

Ebi said at each location, maps of the alignment for both lines as well as features for the LRT system, including facilities for the disabled were displayed.

“The plan and profile of the alignment also shows the exact locations of the stations, the site plans, land acquisition details which shows the list of landowners, the plan of the station, details of the road alignment as well as a visitors’ log book for the public to write in their comments,’’ he said.

A website dedicated to the LRT extension line which can be linked from the DOR website, has also been set up for feedback. The website contains information on the alignment and features of the LRT system. Brochures are also being distributed to the public.

“The public can put in their feedback via the website and there is no limitation as to how much they want to say,’’ he said, adding that once the deadline is up, all feedback and suggestions will be compiled and submitted for consideration.

According to Ebi, Prasarana has not much say during the public display period as they are guided by the DOR.

“It is only a proposal, so put in your suggestions and after that a task force and a communication team will be set up to deal with all public feedback and grouses one by one,’’ he said.

For details, call 03-2278 1222 or log on to www.dor.gov.my

TRANSIT comments on the above article

http://transitmy.org/2009/11/20/there-are-no-official-forms-for-feedback-on-the-lrt-extension/

Cheers, m

136 contractors keen on RM7bil LRT extension project
By SHARIDAN M.ALI


KUALA LUMPUR: A total 136 companies have shown interest to participate in Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd’s open tender bidding for the RM7bil extension of its two light rail transit (LRT) lines project in the Klang Valley.

Group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed said the 136 contractors had collected pre-qualification forms from Prasarana to be submitted in a month’s time for assessment and shortlisting of candidates to bid for the project.

StarBiz had previously reported that analysts predicted UEM Builders Bhd, IJM Corp Bhd, Gamuda Bhd and Malaysian Resources Corp Bhd are likely major contractors to be involved, based on their experience in LRT projects.

Prasarana would also assess the feedback from the three-month public display for the proposed LRT line extension ending Dec 14, said Idrose.


“If everything goes well, the construction of the LRT extensions will start in the first quarter of next year,” he told reporters after the opening of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) Asia Pacific Seminar by Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Husni Hanadzlah yesterday.

When completed in three years, the LRT extension is expected to double the current daily passenger volume of 170,000 for Ampang LRT and 180,000 for Kelana Jaya LRT.

On a more short-term development of Prasarana, Husni said the company would start its four-car train service in stages beginning next month.

“Four sets of the train will be delivered every quarter in 1½ years,” he said, adding that RM1bil had been invested in acquiring 35 sets of the four-car trains.

In terms of buses, he said the open tender to supply 400 new buses for Prasarana that closed recently attracted 12 bidders.

“The company is currently evaluating the bidders and the delivery of the buses will be in stages starting from the first quarter of next year,” he said.

Husni said these positive developments was in line with the Government’s national key result areas to increase public transport usage to 25% by 2012 from the current 16%.

The three-day seminar with the theme Making Public Transport of Tomorrow Happen is organised by Prasarana subsidiary, Rangkaian Pengangkutan Integrasi Deras Sdn Bhd, will see some 100 international delegates discuss issues in the public transport industry.

Prasarana chairman Tan Sri Izzuddin Dali said the seminar provides a platform for world-wide cooperation, business development and sharing of know-how of the industry.

136 contractors keen on RM7bil LRT extension project
By SHARIDAN M.ALI

When completed in three years, the LRT extension is expected to double the current daily passenger volume of 170,000 for Ampang LRT and 180,000 for Kelana Jaya LRT.

The three-day seminar with the theme Making Public Transport of Tomorrow Happen is organised by Prasarana subsidiary, Rangkaian Pengangkutan Integrasi Deras Sdn Bhd, will see some 100 international delegates discuss issues in the public transport industry.

Prasarana chairman Tan Sri Izzuddin Dali said the seminar provides a platform for world-wide cooperation, business development and sharing of know-how of the industry.

:cheers:
http://biz.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/11/25/business/5174729&sec=business

Building confidence in public transport
Saturday November 28, 2009 By SHARIDAN M.ALI
http://biz.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/11/28/business/5182813&sec=business

The extensions of its two LRT services namely the Ampang Line and Kelana Jaya Line with an estimated cost of RM7bil is expected to commence construction in the first quarter of next year. The construction will take three years to complete; the delivery of 35 four-car trains valued at RM1bil will be staggered over two years starting early next year while the delivery of 400 new buses, also staggered, will start early next year.

....

“Also, another important convenient feature that will be included in our LRT extensions is ride and park facilities. Our Kelana Jaya Line and Ampang Line extension will include 5,100 and 6,000 parking lots respectively,” he adds.

And what does the institution of new transit lines and the acquisition of trains and buses have to do with confidence in public transport?

I envy you guys for that LRT line though! :cheers:

And what does the institution of new transit lines and the acquisition of trains and buses have to do with confidence in public transport?

I envy you guys for that LRT line though! :cheers:Generally, Malaysians will accept poor service & quality but they will be 'confident' as long as they can have modern, branded products.

"European" buses instead of "China" buses or "old" buses, LRT & monorail instead of the diesel or electric trains operated by KTMB...that kind of thing.

That's why the new infrastructure and trains will build 'confidence'...even 20 year old low-capacity DMU trainsets purchased at 3x the real asking price (http://transitmy.org/2009/11/17/ktm-update-allegations-over-the-purchase-of-dmus-by-ktm/) will 'build confidence'...because they were used in a European country.

Cheers, m

Generally, Malaysians will accept poor service & quality but they will be 'confident' as long as they can have modern, branded products.

"European" buses instead of "China" buses or "old" buses, LRT & monorail instead of the diesel or electric trains operated by KTMB...that kind of thing.

That's why the new infrastructure and trains will build 'confidence'...even 20 year old low-capacity DMU trainsets purchased at 3x the real asking price (http://transitmy.org/2009/11/17/ktm-update-allegations-over-the-purchase-of-dmus-by-ktm/) will 'build confidence'...because they were used in a European country.

Cheers, m

i love to hear your comment mr moaz. ;)

im afraid if we build all these just for the sake of local perception....

And what does the institution of new transit lines and the acquisition of trains and buses have to do with confidence in public transport?

I envy you guys for that LRT line though! :cheers:

Realistically, many aspects of an attractive public transport service are tied back to the physical performance of its vehicle fleet and transport infrastructure– i.e. by providing adequate capacity, reliability, accessibility, comfort, etc.

Naturally, building confidence is not an easy task (especially after so many let downs) and neither will these fleet/ infrastructure provisions alone guarantee ultimate confidence. But it may help rebuild the perception that public transport can be a genuine alternative for commuters who were previously discouraged by crowded trains, infrequent buses, breakdowns, long travel times, scruffy buses, etc. That’s how I see it at least. :)

Realistically, many aspects of an attractive public transport service are tied back to the physical performance of its vehicle fleet and transport infrastructure– i.e. by providing adequate capacity, reliability, accessibility, comfort, etc.

Naturally, building confidence is not an easy task (especially after so many let downs) and neither will these fleet/ infrastructure provisions alone guarantee ultimate confidence. But it may help rebuild the perception that public transport can be a genuine alternative for commuters who were previously discouraged by crowded trains, infrequent buses, breakdowns, long travel times, scruffy buses, etc. That’s how I see it at least. :)

That is so true :cheers:

Study the true reason why the system is needed in the first place!Build a system that works and will last another 100 years if not more,The last thing on my mind is all the super geduper futuristic,sci fi stations and trains, just make sure the trains are on time and comfortable.What about this that the relevant people dont understand???In malaysia the option quite simple is either a monthly $150 RM Travelpass or a min of$350RM monthly car loan that interestingly can be drag up to 7 years.

Objection to proposed LRT route
Monday December 14, 2009
By FAZLEENA AZIZ

RESIDENTS of Taman Bunga Negara, Subang Alam and Putra Heights are urging Syarikat Prasarana Negara Sdn Bhd (Prasarana) to consider the new LRT route for the area proposed by the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA).

The residents are not pleased with Prasarana’s proposed route from Kelana Jaya to Putra Heights Station 11 and 12 that is sandwiched between housing areas in Shah Alam and Subang.

They said Prasarana had not allowed them to put forward their suggestions and objections with regard to the LRT line.

According the residents, the new route proposed by the MBSA runs an extra 1.2km compared with the Prasarana route.

They want the route to run via the industrial and commercial area in Shaha Alam to Putra Heights Station 13 (Kelana Jaya).

Representing the Putra Heights residents, Prem Kaur, 45, said Prasarana had not even consulted the MBSA on its proposed LRT route.

She said the MBSA had given the new proposed route to Prasarana even before the proposed route was made available for public viewing.

“Kota Raja MP Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud is aware of this matter and will bring it up to the mentri besar,” she said.

According to Prem, the MBSA route runs through commercial and industrial areas and the city council had said it was willing to alienate land for the project should there be a problem with land acquisition.

She added that the route affected more than 10,000 people from Shah Alam and Subang.

The Taman Bunga Negara, Subang Alam and Putra Heights joint action committee against Prasarana LRT Route Station 11 & 12 presented a memorandum on their objection to the proposed line to Sri Muda assemblyman Shuhaimi Shafiei at Masjid Al Munawarah in Shah Alam on Friday.

Shuhaimi pointed out that before any development was carried out, objections from the residents must be taken into consideration. A proper study of the matter was also needed, with input from residents, councils and all affected parties. However, no social impact assessment was made on the matter.

“In principle, the state exco has approved the project but it needs to be studied again to avoid any dissatisfaction among the people.

“The residents find that the LRT route is not appropriate as it is located near Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) high voltage cables.

“The density of the area through which the line runs is low and the station will be located near the housing area, which will result in parking problems in the future,” he said.

He also said the proposed route for the feeder bus was not up to par based on previous experience as it involved main roads.

The different elevation of the land along the route was another concern raised by the residents.

TRANSIT delivered our submission on the proposed Railways Scheme for the LRT extensions earlier this morning.

Posting: http://transitmy.org/2009/12/11/transit-submits-feedback-on-lrt/

Submission: http://transitmy.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/submis1.pdf

Cheers, m

^^I really really don't understand why they object building railway track near their residential :bash:..If they said it is too noise, Prasarana already mentioned they will install acoustic wall to absorb the noise.. About parking, if the station near they house, why not they just walking or riding bicycle to the station, and maybe Prasarana can build bicycle parking which much cheaper and less space..
Malaysian is too "manja" and if I was them, I really want my house near to the station..:cheers:

^^I really really don't understand why they object building railway track near their residential :bash:..If they said it is too noise, Prasarana already mentioned they will install acoustic wall to absorb the noise.. About parking, if the station near they house, why not they just walking or riding bicycle to the station, and maybe Prasarana can build bicycle parking which much cheaper and less space..
Malaysian is too "manja" and if I was them, I really want my house near to the station..:cheers:

manje, gedik and stupid.:)

http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2009/12/15/central/5301101&sec=central

gotta agree with you guys...if they want peace an quiet...move to the countryside, the trains are for their benefits as well, gotta look at the big picture...but yup malaysians love to complaint.

gotta agree with you guys...if they want peace an quiet...move to the countryside, the trains are for their benefits as well, gotta look at the big picture...but yup malaysians love to complaint.

The situation is a sticky one and it may be unfair to fault the residents. They have invested life savings into what they hoped would be their dream home.

Back to the basic, as what it name was, public transport is a transportation that use to bring us to our destined places. The best condition of public transporatation is you can go to your destined places in less traveling time, green and comfortably. It must be well located and well connected in order to make it is fully utilized. In my opinion, LRT/Komuter is main transportation mode and must be supported by bus as 2nd mode of transportation.

1) Parking - Park n' ride is good but it still no meaning because "manja" Malaysian still have to start their car to the station, find the parking and this surely will increase the traveling time and more emission produced. FYI, in Malaysia only, there is more than 8000 cars produced monthly, by mean every month there is is additional 8000 cars on the road. You can recognized it by how long it take the change of plate number from WTG to WTH. Two weeks I think:nuts:.. So, parking numbers is never ending story.

2) Feeder bus - In Prasarana's proposed line extension planning, there is no planned route for feeder buses. This is the key factor of how the station can be fully utilized. Even the station is build far from the residential, by having connected with bus that covered all area, it can solve parking problem and "manja" Malaysian no need to start their car.

:cheers:

The situation is a sticky one and it may be unfair to fault the residents. They have invested life savings into what they hoped would be their dream home.not to mention that the place they went was as close to countryside as they could get. Subang Jaya and USJ were considered to be very remote & rural when the houses were first sold.

Cheers, m

LRT plan gets the nod as residents feel it will ease traffic
By THO XIN YI


A FEW residents associations and organisations in Subang Jaya and USJ have given the thumbs up to the LRT extension plan.

They feel that the LRT would be a convenient alternative for residents who have had enough of traffic congestion and poor bus services in the townships.

Subang Jaya Senior Citizens Club president Yeong Teik Boon believed that the extension would shorten the travelling time between Subang Jaya and the city centre.

“Buses here are not punctual and the Komuter station is not easily accessible by all,” he said.

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Hear us out: Ong (second from right) stressing a point during the meeting.

Jamaludin Ibrahim of the USJ 5 residents association welcomed the LRT extension as it would help the people save money and time, while Subang Jaya Consumers’ Association secretary Gan Meng Foo believed that it would alleviate traffic congestion.

However, they hoped that the feeder bus services would be well-planned.

Persatuan Poh Toh Subang Jaya chairman Koay Teng Koon added that the car park facilities must be sufficient to encourage car owners to use the LRT to get to their destinations.

The Subang Jaya Coffee Merchants, Bars and Restaurants Association, meanwhile, urged the authorities to look into the environmental and health aspects when implementing the extension.

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Kelana Jaya MCA chairman Ong Chong Swen, who is also the USJ 5 residents association deputy president, is hoping that the LRT extension would change the people’s travelling habits.

“They can take the trains to work and use their own cars for leisure on the weekends,” she said.

Ong added that she was informed by Prasarana that it had received 92% positive feedback on the project.

JKP Zone 4 deputy chairman Shafiee Shariff Abdullah also hoped that construction work would commence as soon as possible.

Subang Jaya resident M. Vivekananda, on the other hand, was concerned about the efficiency of the LRT in solving the traffic problem in the Klang Valley.

“Using the proposed LRT extensions can result in having to travel in a rather circuitous route.

“Additionally, if the existing LRT lines have not solved the transport problem in Kuala Lumpur, how can they be expected to solve the transportation problems in the other areas such as Subang Jaya and USJ?” he asked.

He suggested the authorities look into transport woes in a holistic manner to overhaul the traffic management system.

“By extending the LRT, Prasarana cannot bring about a magical transformation to end the transportation woes. A colossal amount of taxpayers money is involved in this project.

“The authorities need to make a judicious decision in the name of progress and sustainable development,” he said.

Another Subang Jaya resident G. H. Goh suggested that an independent loop be formed along the Damansara-Puchong Expressway for travellers heading to Petaling Jaya to save the time of LRT users who are heading to Kuala Lumpur.

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Work starts on LRT station
By ROZAID A. RAHMAN Sunday December 20, 2009

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Positive response: The proposed site of the LRT station that was recently
cleared of undergrowth yesterday. Construction of the extended lines is
scheduled to begin in March next year.

PETALING JAYA: Land clearing work for the main Putra Heights LRT station has started.

A check at the proposed site of the station, which will act as an interchange for commuters using the Kelana Jaya and Ampang lines, showed that the area has been cleared of undergrowth.

Construction of the extended LRT lines is scheduled to begin in March next year.

At least 90% of the public have responded positively towards the proposal since it was first announced three months ago.

The proposed extension plan was displayed for a three-month public viewing at the Department of Railways, the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), Subang Jaya Municipal Council, Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) and Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ).

The deadline for the public to give feedback on the 34km extension ended on Dec 14.

Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (SPNB) communications general manager Ebi Azly Abdullah said some resident associations wanted some of the new routes and stations to be reviewed, but none objected to the extension.

“Overall, the public agreed that we should build this extended line. Some resident associations from Taman Bunga Negara, Subang Alam, Section 2 and 3 of Putra Heights objected, but not against the extension as a whole. They want the route and location of stations at some parts to be reviewed,” he told The Star.

The Kelana Jaya-Putra Heights extension, estimated to cost about RM6bil to RM7bil, will have 13 stations, starting with Kelana Jaya/Subang Valley, Subang, Subang Jaya, USJ, and Alam Megah before ending at Putra Heights.

The Sri Petaling-Putra Heights line, also with 13 stations, is estimated to cost RM8bil and cuts across Puchong and Kinrara.

Ebi said construction would begin early next year and expected to complete by the end of 2012.

“However, this would depend on the changes that need to be made to some routes based on the feedback and suggestions received from local authorities,” he said.

MPAJ 2020 Draft Plan for Ampang
By FAZLEENA AZIZ Saturday December 19, 2009
http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2009/12/19/central/5325911&sec=central

A plan to build an incinerator plant at Tasik Tambahan near Hulu Langat is part of the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) 2020 Draft Plan.

The incinerator is part of efforts to reduce MPAJ’s waste management costs in the future.

Presently, MPAJ’s assessment collection is about RM90 to RM100mil and 40% of it is used for waste management purposes.

MPAJ Town Planning director Awang Mustapha Mohd Yunus, during a recent briefing on the draft plan at Dewan MPAJ in Pandan Indah, said that the council did not have its own solid waste management centre and the cost of transporting waste was high.

Among other highlights of the draft plan were the extension of the LRT service from Bulatan Kuari to Taman Mawar to Taman Muda and Menara MPAJ with three new stations.

MPAJ has also asked that the proposed LRT line from Taman Permata, Taman Melawati to Zoo Negara, be extended until Ampang Point.

Beautification and landscaping was also part of the plan with a recreational park along Sungai Kerayong in Pandah Indah that would have facilities and open space.

Present during the briefing was Teratai assemblyman Jenice Lee who stated the importance of public involvement in the plan.

About 50 residents turned up for the briefing. They raised their concerns and asked questions with regard to the draft plan.

The draft plan consists of four planning blocks with Pandan Indah, Ampang, Melawati and reserved areas.

The closing date for submitting feedback is Dec 31.

However, Awang said that as long as the investigation committee had not gone into session, they would still accept any feedback from the public on the draft plan.

So far, 334 feedback forms have been received by the MPAJ.

Lee is also planning to have two more briefings on the plan on Dec 22 (technical experts, residents associations and committed members) and Dec 23 (opened for the public).

Both will be held at 8.15pm in her office 48-1, Jalan Bunga Tanjong 10, Taman Muda, Ampang.

For more information call 03-4295 1267.

Residents want LRT station in Sunway
2009/12/23


UBANG JAYA: The deadline for objection to the light-rail transit (LRT) extension project may be over, but residents are hoping that they can still have a say in the plan.

Residents' representatives from Subang Jaya and Sunway held a discussion with Subang Jaya assemblyman Hannah Yeoh at her office yesterday.

Bandar Sunway Residents' Association chairman A. Balakrishnan said the residents had requested for a station in Sunway, as the plan, announced in September, did not include the area.

"We have about 40,000 residents in the area and four colleges. As we know, most of the students take public transport, so by having a station there, it will make it more convenient for them.


"The nearest station in the plan is located about 5km away in Jalan Jengka. It will not solve the traffic problem around the area as we will still have to drive or take the feeder bus to get to the LRT station. It will be better if we have our own station.

Balakrishnan later told Streets that during a meeting with the Railway Department, it was said that the suggestion to include Sunway in the new LRT route was not feasible, both technically and financially.

"However, we were told by Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd that the ridership would increase by five per cent, so there is even more reason to have a station here," he said.

The RM7 billion extension plan includes 13 extra stations each for the Kelana Jaya and Ampang line, including an interchange station at Putra Heights.

Prasarana group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed had also announced that 35 sets of four-car trains and 13 sets of six car-trains would be commissioned to cater to the increase in the number of commuters.

Meanwhile, Yeoh said 164 residents who attended the public display of the LRT line extension project agreed with the proposed extension while 68 objected due to sound pollution and inadequate packing facilities. -- By Nuradzimmah Daim

LRT boost for real estate
By Racheal Lee
Sunday, 27 December 2009 00:00

LRT lines bring smiles, and fears

The government’s recent announcement that Klang Valley’s two light rail transit (LRT) lines would be extended by 34.7km has brought smiles to beleaguered commuters in areas like Subang Jaya, USJ, Kinrara and Puchong.

While they are looking forward to better public transport when the project is completed, targeted for 2012, owners of real estate near the proposed new LRT stations are eagerly anticipating a welcome fillip for property values.

An influx of commuters can be expected with the proposed LRT extensions
An influx of commuters can be expected with the proposed LRT extensions
On the flip side, there are concerns that traffic woes, parking problems, noise pollution and insufficient public bus services to cope with the anticipated influx of commuters could put pressure on the value of their properties.

One of them is Jalil Sutera resident Ooi, who is worried that the new LRT station (STN01 of Ampang line) will be built too close to his house.

“It (the extension) is good but if there are not enough parking spaces at the LRT station, users may just simply park their cars on our doorstep,” says the 43-year-old contractor, who went to view proposed alignment of the extended lines recently.

The proposed alignment of the extension to the Kelana Jaya (formerly Putra) and Ampang (formerly STAR) lines is on public display from Sept 15 to Dec 15. Public feedback will be channelled to the Department of Railways before finalisation of the cost and commencement of work.

The display is held at five venues — Department of Railways (Ministry of Transport), Kuala Lumpur City Hall, Petaling Jaya City Council, Subang Jaya Municipal Council and Shah Alam City Council.

The Finance Ministry-owned Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd (SPNB) is expected to spend an initial RM6 billion to RM7 billion to build the extended lines. According to a recent news report, SPNB launched the pre-qualification tender for the civil works of the LRT extension on Nov 3, a month later than earlier scheduled. The tender will be open till Dec 16. The package comprises the main civil and infrastructure works and other sub-packages.

It has also been reported that SPNB has yet to invite bids for the systems and rolling stock portion, which is being eyed by international as well as local companies.

Concerns of homeowners like Ooi are not baseless. He says he was told at the Department of Railways that the LRT station would be built about 100 metres away from houses in his neighbourhood.

However, when City & Country visited the existing Ampang station (S01) in Selangor, it was found to be just next to a row of 2-storey terraced houses in Taman Dagang, less than 100 metres away.

Commercial use
It is ironical how the winds of fortune can blow. Back in 2003, Adrian Wang, managing director of CBD Properties Sdn Bhd, had problems selling a bungalow at the back of the Taman Bahagia LRT station in Petaling Jaya. He even suggested to the owner to reduce the RM1.1 million tag but the owner refused to budge. As it turned out, the property is now worth about RM1.8 million because its land use has been converted from residential to commercial.

More and more bungalows near LRT lines, such as those on Jalan SS2/3, are being used for commercial activities, including a confinement centre and kindergarten. A visit there recently revealed that at least three of the bungalows were up for rent. One of them, sized at 2,000 sq ft and with the LRT line at the back, was asking for RM5,000 a month.

Interestingly, according to Wang, the 1-storey terraced houses opposite the Taman Bahagia LRT station are sought after irrespective of their micro location, tagged at RM280,000 to RM290,000. He attributes this to the limited supply.

Stable
Quoting past transactions, Chan Wai Seen, director of research and consultancy of JS Valuers Property Consultants Sdn Bhd, says values of properties near LRT lines, such as those along Jalan SS2/3, have not dipped.

Only homes located near LRT stations, and not LRT lines, have commercial use potential. Since the new lines will cut through developed areas, the provision for car parks and access roads to the stations may be restrained by space, he says.

Proper planning of LRT stations is important for reasons such as prevention of crime, adds Chan, who hopes the stations will be able to optimise their retail potential, as seen in the KLCC station.
“The LRT has benefited both commuters and the property market while reducing traffic congestion. The extension is a long overdue project that should have been undertaken many years ago, he adds.

Generally positive
Property consultants are also generally positive about the LRT line extension. They play down problems like traffic congestion, noise pollution and even double-parking, saying that the pros outweigh the cons.
Khong & Jaafar Sdn Bhd managing director Elvin Fernandez says such inconveniences are unavoidable while the extension will benefit a larger group of people. In Subang Jaya for example, he says, the project will further enhance its growth as a hub for education, tourism and medical facilities. He hopes the lines will soon be extended to areas like Klang, Cheras and Kajang.

Most of the proposed new LRT stations are within housing areas like Bandar Kinrara, Taman Wawasan in Puchong, Puchong Perdana, Taman Puchong Prima, Subang Jaya and USJ. They are also close to several national schools in USJ.

Naturally, shopping destinations like Giant Kinrara, Jusco Bandar Puchong (IOI Mall), Tesco Puchong, Giant Puchong, Cold Storage (Subang Parade) and The Summit Subang are poised to benefit from the extension.

SPNB group managing director Datuk Idrose Mohamed has reportedly said that more details on the proposed new line to link Kota Damansara and Cheras will be revealed this month.

The Kota Damansara-Cheras line is expected to stretch about 50km, longer than the 45km that had been reported earlier. There will also be an underground portion that is said to run about 10km, but could eventually be longer.

In another development, several community representatives in Subang Jaya have reportedly formed an ad-hoc action group to address concerns related to the proposed Kelana Jaya LRT line extension into Subang Jaya.

They will gather feedback from residents and those working in the Subang Jaya, USJ and Bandar Sunway communities. Based on these, recommendations will be submitted to the Department of Railways and SPNB.

SPNB has projected that the capacity of the Kelana Jaya extended line will expand to 400,000. Currently, there are about 350,000 people using the lines — 180,000 for the Kelana Jaya line and the rest for the Ampang line.

The proposed extension of the LRT reach will benefit commuters but owners of property in their vicinity may or may not immediately strike gold.

Residents object to proposed LRT route
2009/12/31


SHAH ALAM: Residents of Putra Heights, Subang Alam and Taman Bunga have voiced their objections to the proposed Kelana Jaya light-rail transit (LRT) extension line which will be built at the back of their homes.

The route will be situated along power lines in between their houses and a lake. Over 1,000 homes and five schools in the area are located close to the proposed line.

The residents claimed that many of their backyards would be less than 50 metres away from the LRT line if the plan was implemented.

There are also concerns that the lake will be affected, causing floods and landslide.


The initial Subang Jaya draft local plan showed that the LRT line ends in USJ 17 and the Ampang line ends in Taman Perindustrian Puchong. The elite neighbourhoods are nowhere near the LRT route extension.

The residents claimed that Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd (Prasarana) had proceeded with the LRT route master plan without consulting state government agencies including the local councils and the Selangor Town and Rural Planning Department.

They claimed that Prasarana had also rejected the alternative route for the Kelana Jaya line extension proposed by the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) which is said to cost a whopping RM500 million for an additional 2.1km.

"I want Prasarana to show why it costs RM500 million to implement the MBSA's plan," said Member of Parliament for Kota Raja, Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud, who is taking up the the residents' case.

The residents claimed that Prasarana's route would be passing through a high-end neighbourhood instead of benefiting a high-density area. -- By Rizuwan Zaini

Four-car LRT train for new routes
Pauline Almeida Tuesday, January 5th, 2010 13:01:00
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PETALING JAYA: Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (Prasarana) will be using its new four-car train for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system on its Subang and Puchong extension route.

Transport Minister Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat said this during the RapidKL's LRT inspection ceremony of the new trains for the Kelana Jaya line this morning.

Asked if there is a possibility of Prasarana extending its line to Shah Alam, the minister said the focus for now is on its Subang, Puchong and Ampang lines.

Currently, only four of the 35 four-car train coaches are running while the rest are expected to be utilised by 2011. The new sets of train and the upgrading cost stand at RM1.5 billion.

It can carry 800 passengers, twice the number of the existing two-car trains, and will be used during the morning and evening peak periods while the two-car trains will be employed during off-peak periods.

The new trains also have wheelchair-friendly features and door alarm lights to help the hearing-impaired.

Prasarana is the operator of the public transport network that includes the Ampang and Kelana Jaya LRT lines, KL monorail and bus service in the Klang Valley.

The four-car train sets are the latest version of the Bombardier advanced rapid transit driverless train designed in Canada, 65 per cent of which is assembled in Mexico and 35 per cent in Malaysia. With the additional train, Prasarana will have a total of 70 sets, including 35 sets of the current two-set trains.

1st. Urban train should not go through residential area. so the complaints somehow acceptable.

2nd. Best for LRT route to follow line with existing freeways/roads with stations at major business hub. not in front of someone's house.

3rd. Try best not to involve land acquisition as it may delay the project. so, no other option than to follow existing roads.

4th. Stop that 'public consultation' as most public don't really understand what they are talking about. Leave it to professionals.

2 cents....

[QUOTE=cullen;49605417]1st. Urban train should not go through residential area. so the complaints somehow acceptable.

Yes and No to that!It just defeats the idea of providing such services to the suburbs then,when the true intention is really for the people to leave their cars at home and being able to walk or cycle to the nearest station.This not in my backyard thing is nothing new.:lol:

1st. Urban train should not go through residential area. so the complaints somehow acceptable.

2nd. Best for LRT route to follow line with existing freeways/roads with stations at major business hub. not in front of someone's house.

3rd. Try best not to involve land acquisition as it may delay the project. so, no other option than to follow existing roads.

4th. Stop that 'public consultation' as most public don't really understand what they are talking about. Leave it to professionals.

2 cents....

train must go through residential area if there is no other option. for example, if government going to give taman len sen and taman bukit anggerik (both in cheras) lrt service, the train must go through the residential area, if the train follow the cheras-kajang expressway, it will be not convenient to the residents, and they will fail as our first lrt project - for example sri petaling station is far away from bandar baru sri petaling, the station is underused.

land acquisition must be done sometimes. i'm a utilitarian, i think government make decision according to the benefit of the most people, and sacrifice sometimes is unavoidable

the problem of urban train going through residential area is caused by improper urban planning. for example the residential parks around 6th mile - 7th mile or jalan cheras, the main road enter those residential area become hyper-overcapacity, and the people of the area needs LRT coverage badly, it can't be helped but build the railway line through the residential area.

another option to solve the problem is build the line wholly underground. but malaysian government unable to afford such huge project. build the line wholly underground is extremely costly - Singaporean Northeast MRT Line construction cost is 4.6 billion SGD, and the people have to pay expensive fares for it. If the lrt extension is going underground, the construction cost will not be just 10 billion MYR but can raise untill 20 billion MYR, the people have to pay 3 times more to compensate the high construction cost.

no news I heard for kota damansara-cheras line lately, if the 42km line going to build wholly underground, the cost will be at least 30 billion MYR, malaysia will surely going bankrupt.

2) Feeder bus - In Prasarana's proposed line extension planning, there is no planned route for feeder buses. This is the key factor of how the station can be fully utilized. Even the station is build far from the residential, by having connected with bus that covered all area, it can solve parking problem and "manja" Malaysian no need to start their car.


I suggest use Toyota Coaster for feeder bus. there are too much of "huge" buses around KL. when I drive through the city center, I have "bus panic". Toyota Coaster can be driven by LPG instead of petrol, and it is environment friendly.

I look like a sales executive of Toyota... :baeh3:

go through residential area without annoying people living there with their noise, is definitely ok.

our MRT or LRT is not underground. if underground, people never care if they go through even under your house...

but as to avoid disturbance, better to place LRT where noise is already exist, the business point! or...the place where shouhouse are there...or whatever you want to call the area.

^^ Commercial districts. But who would ride the trains if they simply linked one commercial district to another? There needs to be a stable catchment such as a residential area to supply the demand.

Just to clarify about the North East Line, its fares are indeed higher than the older lines which have above ground portions, but they are not exorbitant either. The main cost is firstly due to construction costs being higher and secondly due to higher operational costs too. Building above ground negates the need for ventilation systems that need to be in place for an underground system. And then there's things like air-conditioned stations and platform screen doors....

3rd. Try best not to involve land acquisition as it may delay the project. so, no other option than to follow existing roads.

4th. Stop that 'public consultation' as most public don't really understand what they are talking about. Leave it to professionals.

2 cents....3rd, in addition to roads they also follow TNB electric power lines and river allowances.

4th ... that isnt public 'consultation' since the 'professionals' have their own agenda and arent really interested in listening anyways. What we have is public 'briefing' as a token activity.

Real public consultation would get more people who really understand what they are talking about.

my 2sen

Cheers, m

Singapore have enough demand to overcome the (NEL) construction cost, so it won't be exorbitant, even some Singaporeans claims it as a "white elephant".

If NEL costs 230 million SGD = approx. 501 million MYR (rates of 2003) in Singapore, it may cost 1 billion MYR or even higher in Malaysia. Like last time, where I heard the rumors about the North-South Expressway, the initial cost approximation is 3.5 billion, and increased nealy double upon its completion. I wonder what is the problem.

some people protest for the sake of protest, and can just be ignored. As my home in Cheras, the LRT is just behind the residential area we lived, but we do not against it because even the noise is annoying, they annoys during day, we work at day and rests at night, and the LRT is not frequent in the night, and the service stops after 11pm. Secondly, the LRT station is nearby, and it is very convenient for us to take public transport to work. But there are only a reason to against it is the poor planning of viaducts - that caused the slum opposite the residential park i live suffers for flood.

But if government wants to reduce the noise produced by LRT, they can consider use rubber-tires for new rolling stock of Sri Petaling Line, and new Kota Damansara-Cheras Line. The Sri Petaling Line trains... is very noisy. New rolling stock should not use the proprietary technology as Kelana Jaya Line done.

In the city center there is a hospital close to the line. I can feel the sound like earthquake is coming when I visit my uncle there.
Noisy sri petaling line + noisy LDP .:ohno:

^^rubber tire maybe is too expensive to maintain. The best solution is to use ceramic alloy wheel..I think so.

For temporary solution, just push Prasarana to install noise barriers..

I have and idea that cover the track will glass and the glass acting like the noise barrier. But it may be more expensive than installing the rubber wheel.

Bring the LRT to PJ-Damansara area!!!

(Bear in mind the kiasu ppl in Damansara hate noises etc)

kiacha!:lol:

how about make it underground (in that area) and ask those kiasu people to pay more.....;)

4th ... that isnt public 'consultation' since the 'professionals' have their own agenda and arent really interested in listening anyways. What we have is public 'briefing' as a token activity.

Real public consultation would get more people who really understand what they are talking about.


what type of agenda do u think?

they want LRT to go to their place, yet they don't want to 'see' the LRT...

they even give this reason...:

"There are also concerns that the lake will be affected, causing floods and landslide."

too much talking i believe....

what type of agenda do u think?

they want LRT to go to their place, yet they don't want to 'see' the LRT...

they even give this reason...:

"There are also concerns that the lake will be affected, causing floods and landslide."

too much talking i believe....The agenda of consultants is to make money...they are a private business. Then there is the agenda of developers like IOI corp and Sime Darby...extending the LRT to areas that they developed means that there will be higher property values (in general)

Different groups of people have different pov...that's why it gets confusing.

The main questions are pretty simple:

1) why bypass Sunway?
2) why build the depot in Kg. Aman in Puchong?
3) why connect the LRT lines in Putra Heights.

None of those questions has been answered by Prasarana yet.

just so you know, m has seen the lake described. The water level of the lake is higher than the houses in Alam Megah and there is a Tenaga power line built on the edge of the lake very close to the houses. You can see photos on the website transitmy.org

Cheers, m

But if government wants to reduce the noise produced by LRT, they can consider use rubber-tires for new rolling stock of Sri Petaling Line, and new Kota Damansara-Cheras Line. The Sri Petaling Line trains... is very noisy. New rolling stock should not use the proprietary technology as Kelana Jaya Line done.Or they can do proper rail grinding and wheel grinding to reduce flat spots and wheel wear and flange wear.

Or they can consider putting skirts on the trains and using floating slab track and rubber bushings.

No need to switch to new technology when there are many reasonable and lower-cost options using the existing technology.

Cheers, m

1) why bypass Sunway?
Thank goodness they have! I can't imagine the horrors of boarding a train from Taman Jaya if the line went to Sunway. The fact is probably that I wouldn't be able to. All Sunway needs really, as an internal system. Connect it to Setia Jaya and Subang Jaya and it would work alright I believe. Or just have the Ampang line go through the area and have everyone shut up over NIMBY. Make the interchange in Sunway instead.

[QUOTE=allurban;
The main questions are pretty simple:

1) why bypass Sunway?
2) why build the depot in Kg. Aman in Puchong?
3) why connect the LRT lines in Putra Heights.

None of those questions has been answered by Prasarana yet.

Good one allurban:ohno:The simple reason for that in my mind is that they trying to make putra heights the next subang jaya,with so many of the so called who and who got so much land to develop and the only thing missing is the transit system.Instead of a proper system foe sunway oh what the hack lets build more highways to solve the problem.Yeap malaysia memang boleh ma.:bash:

Thank goodness they have! I can't imagine the horrors of boarding a train from Taman Jaya if the line went to Sunway. The fact is probably that I wouldn't be able to. All Sunway needs really, as an internal system. Connect it to Setia Jaya and Subang Jaya and it would work alright I believe. Or just have the Ampang line go through the area and have everyone shut up over NIMBY. Make the interchange in Sunway instead.I suggested that they have a spur line following the KESAS highway past Sunway and out to Kota Kemuning and up to Shah Alam ... which is the same as the proposal in the Selangor Structural Plan.

The interchange for the spur line can be in Kinrara and they can still extend the main line through Kinrara and down to Puchong.

The spur line could then be extended northwards from Kinrara to Taman Desa and the Golden Triangle.

Also, I really want to find out why the lines have to meet in Putra Heights.

One reason is because of this 'integrated depot' which is supposedly on 2 levels, serving both LRT lines.

I really wish more people would ask questions about this Railways Scheme.

Regarding Sunway itself, the main source of congestion is the Sunway interchange bottleneck, the design of the exit from PJS11 area, the Metropolitan Roundabout, KESAS-Kewajipan interchange, and of course the Sunway Toll Plaza.

Get rid of tolls on the LDP and KESAS east of the LDP (these sections are part of the MRRII) and that would do a lot to reduce congestion.

If Litrak doesnt want to get rid of the tolls plaza, another solution is to eliminate the tolls on the northbound plaza and separate the southbound plaza into toll and non-toll sections (like the Sprint Highway) and let people decide what they want...pay or wait.

But the current situation where you pay toll and wait is just unfair.

As for traffic within Sunway itself, actually Sunway is remarkably self-contained...many people walk or use the shuttle bus now and more people will do that if they feel it is safer.

As for the trip generators, there are really two areas which have trips that can be shifted to public transport. These are the insitutional zone around Jalan Lagun Selatan (the Med. Centre & colleges) and the mall itself (the employees & hangout visitors, not really family visitors).

The colleges are further to the south but there is no access to the KESAS Highway...if there was such access, then a BRT/BET along KESAS would pick up many passengers.

Once the BET routes come in, perhaps there will be better service to the north and south ends of Sunway....if they are done properly.

Cheers, m

Allurban for sure we cant please everyone but places like sunway and subang jaya will need something like in punggol singapore,A mini LRT just like the one at KLIA to compliment the main line itself.

property developers need to have 'new attitude'....of being more responsible. don't just open land, cut trees, clear forest, build houses, pave road, make money for that.....and left those 'new settlers' blaming government for other people's fault.

they at least should offer something like mini bus if they dont have budget for LRT (singapore version)

a new standard and guildelines for housing development must be set!

http://www.used-buses.net/bustypes/img/city-bus-2.jpg

The main questions are pretty simple:

1) why bypass Sunway?
2) why build the depot in Kg. Aman in Puchong?
3) why connect the LRT lines in Putra Heights.



Bypass Sunway is to straighten the alignment? The extension bypass Taipan too.

Build depot in Kg. Aman maybe just because of that place is still kampung... undeveloped, to reduce cost.

Putra Heights is the Southwest tip? Possible extension to Kota Kemuning (Kota Kemuning just next to Putra Heights to west) and Putrajaya via Cyberjaya? Who knows?

They not yet give proper answer yet.

property developers need to have 'new attitude'....of being more responsible. don't just open land, cut trees, clear forest, build houses, pave road, make money for that.....and left those 'new settlers' blaming government for other people's fault.

they at least should offer something like mini bus if they dont have budget for LRT (singapore version)

a new standard and guildelines for housing development must be set!

http://www.used-buses.net/bustypes/img/city-bus-2.jpg

I think that Singapore had already planned to have LRT in Punggol and Sengkang before they start to develop there.

For mini bus I suggest system like Hong Kong (Green) Public Light Bus, and of course T'nG compatible.

Allurban for sure we cant please everyone but places like sunway and subang jaya will need something like in punggol singapore,A mini LRT just like the one at KLIA to compliment the main line itself.I agree with that. Just sat through a 3 hour meeting at DoR hearing how and why they planned the LRT extensions the way they did.

Amazing how you can sit for 3 hours and listen but actually hear & learn so little.

One thing I noted was that the Selangor Government planners were not happy to have their plan dismissed by Prasarana's consultant.

Cheers, m

Bypass Sunway is to straighten the alignment? The extension bypass Taipan too.

Build depot in Kg. Aman maybe just because of that place is still kampung... undeveloped, to reduce cost.

Putra Heights is the Southwest tip? Possible extension to Kota Kemuning (Kota Kemuning just next to Putra Heights to west) and Putrajaya via Cyberjaya? Who knows?

They not yet give proper answer yet.The attitude they are showing, it is clear that they do not want to give the answers.

Putra Heights also means an opportunity for a KLIA airport bus service! Er...but a possibility only. There is still no service from Kelana Jaya to the Subang Airport.

Cheers, m

Allurban for sure we cant please everyone but places like sunway and subang jaya will need something like in punggol singapore,A mini LRT just like the one at KLIA to compliment the main line itself.

extend the sunway monorail tak boleh ker

i though sunwy group say they will revive n extend their monorail to feed KJL

i still dot now why they close the monorail

That one for play play canlah,i suspect they cant find parts for it.The one i mention is similar to the one at KLIA,also they have it in singapore.

^^
to expensive lah bro to change system

ask scomi or metrail to supply new train setlah:)
should be cheaper

I think that Singapore had already planned to have LRT in Punggol and Sengkang before they start to develop there.
Correct. Sengkang & Punggol LRTs were planned and constructed with the North East Line. They also share a depot where trains from the 3 lines are serviced at one facility on multiple levels (NEL on ground, LRTs on Level 1). However, we also have the Bukit Panjang LRT which was built in an existing estate. This line took out bus feeder services from the roads of the town and replaced them, running in a loop and connecting it to Choa Chu Kang town and its MRT station & bus interchange. The future Downtown Line will interchange with the town centre station as well.

LRT service from Ampang to be extended soon
Bernama Sunday, January 31st, 2010 14:35:00
http://www.mmail.com.my/content/26310-lrt-service-ampang-be-extended-soon

PETALING JAYA -- Transport Minister Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat said today his ministry plans to expand the light rail transit (LRT) service from Ampang soon.

He said the ministry received feedback from the public requesting it to include and improve the Ampang line in the expansion plan, especially around Puchong and Serdang area.

"The ministry has just completed tackling the extension of the rail service from Kelana Jaya to Subang.

"We will be conducting the same process as we did when tackling the Kelana Jaya extension, including conducting public hearing and also town hall meetings, for the expansion of the rail service from Ampang to Puchong-Serdang," he said.

He was speaking to reporters after launching the "Hope and Train 2009/2010 Appreciation Ceremony" at Taylor's University College new campus here.

Ong said the ministry received an overwhelming support for the expansion of the Kelana Jaya-Subang rail last year and decided to conduct the same process for the Ampang line.

He also said that the public also wanted the LRT service to be improved including shortening the waiting time for coaches.

"As improving public transportation is one of priorities in the National Key Result Area (NKRA), it is the responsibilities of the ministry to improve the LRT system," he said.

The Ampang LRT line extension will begin from the Sri Petaling Station passing through Kinrara and Puchong before ending at Putra Heights, covering a distance of 17.7km with 13 new stations.

Asked whether the Ampang LRT line would also be using new coaches like the Kelana Jaya LRT line, Ong said the ministry was looking into it.

The extensions for the Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT lines are estimated to cost RM7 billion and managed by Syarikat Prasarana Negara Berhad (SPNB).

Didnt heard any complains about the Ampang line extension.

Didnt heard any complains about the Ampang line extension.It's a lot better planned than the Kelana Jaya one...following a main road through Kinrara and the LDP through Puchong.

The main issue raised was the Taman Esplanad residents. Also, the residents of Kg. Sri Aman will be unhappy with the location of the depot.

The extension will also be supported by a BRT system along Jalan Klang Lama, Jalan Puchong and the LDP (right under the LRT, I suppose)....and there may be a BRT or BET along the KESAS highway by the time the LRT extension is complete.

The other issue I can see is the park & ride and feeder buses...they will have to be well-planned since the majority of Puchong residents live a distance away from the LDP & other main roads.

Cheers, m

2010 ---> 2012

Tight schedule, but still doable, barring any delays.

Fare integration of Ampang and Kelana Jaya lines should start as the extensions (KJ and Ampang) both meet in Putra Heights and the Masjid Jamek station integration should be further improved.

They better work on introducing possible fare discount for cashless transaction like those in Singapore and London, because i still see many people prefer to queue for tickets, even in station like Taman Bahagia.

Passenger information can be improved by installing LCD TV screens, informations such as bus transfer, ticketing and most importantly, service status of KL Monorail, Kelana Jaya line, Ampang line and the bus service.

Just like this...

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9a/JRwest_pdp.jpg
Source : Wikipedia

2010 ---> 2012

Tight schedule, but still doable, barring any delays.

Fare integration of Ampang and Kelana Jaya lines should start as the extensions (KJ and Ampang) both meet in Putra Heights and the Masjid Jamek station integration should be further improved.2012 is unlikely now. Finishing in the middle of 2013 is the more likely event.

A tender has already been announced for the Masjid Jamek integration, which will include lifts and stairways connecting the fare paid areas of both stations. Im not exactly sure how they will do it, but I bet they are not sure yet either.

Fare system integration for RapidKL bus, LRT & monorail is planned for the end of this year.

I think that for the moment, the other buses will still use their own tickets but there will be a Touch N Go reader installed.

My view is that SPAD should take over the permits of the bus operators in KL and return the service using gross-cost contracts.

Carrot and stick approach...they just need to get it started.

Cheers, m

Allurban masjid jamek interchange will be my worst nightmare come thru if i was the guy having to design it!I remember that putra had the tunnel build via the cut and cover method along the river from central market.

Allurban masjid jamek interchange will be my worst nightmare come thru if i was the guy having to design it!I remember that putra had the tunnel build via the cut and cover method along the river from central market.Yeah...they have to connect the concourse of the Kelana Jaya line to two separate concourses on the Ampang line...all the while dealing with a busy road and a river.

m is thinking:

lift from Kelana Jaya line concourse fare paid area which would be linked to a 'floating' covered walkway that is built above the platform level of the Ampang line

The walkway would be long enough that there could be ramps down to platform level.

They would also have to build a lift from the Kelana Jaya line tunnel up to the Ampang line platform (bound for Sentul Timur).

Cheers, m

In other word its going to be one screwed up interchange!!!!!Its bad enough as it is!!!

If think of it, we could have an escalator straight down from the Ampang line platform piercing the land and then disappears into the underground KJ line platform. How cool is that!?:nuts:

Then they might have to build a new underground platform lol. or expand the concourse level in KJ line for that to happen. If only Malaysia has more money....

(but then again, most will go into the pockets of who's who)

A simpler option would be to bring the KJL faregates up to ground level before the escalators descend underground. That way would eliminate a lot of the hassel of constructing and reconstructing with minimal disturbance to the existing layout of the station. Things like faregates and probably a help desk would need to be shifted up then.