Public transport users in the Klang Valley already know that RapidKL has eliminated paper Rapidpasses as of 1 August 2010, replacing them with an electronic pass using the Touch n’ Go platform. This is not the first time that RapidKL has looked into introducing an all-electronic pass. However, the previous versions of Rapidpass were withdrawn […]
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TRANSIT took note of this recent article which states that the one-way fare for the Ipoh – KL trip will not cost more than RM35. Ipoh-KL trip to cost not more than RM35 (The Star) Wednesday July 28, 2010 BATU GAJAH: KTM Berhad will charge a fare of between RM30 and RM35 for the Electric […]
TRANSIT is pleased to announce that KTM Komuter service to Batu Caves (finally) began operations on 29 July 2010. The extension of service is made possible by the double tracking & electrification of the line from Sentul to Batu Caves. The new stations have been built with full canopy roof, accessible features such as lifts, ramps, […]
TRANSIT also took note of this article in which the Malacca government has proposed to seek RM36million from the Federal Government to subsidize public transport in the State of Malacca. Malacca bus operators seek dialogue on proposed RM36mil fund (The Star) Monday July 5, 2010 MALACCA: Bus operators here welcome a RM36mil move to improve […]
Updates #55 1. Letter: Zoning system seems unfair (The Star) – Y.S. Chan of KL writes in response to the letter, Shocking cab fare for 500m journey in the Star on 2 July, saying that the problem may be because of zone fares. [TRANSIT says: Actually the problem is not with the zone fares – […]
TRANSIT noted this article in the NST today, mentioning that the first phase of the covered walkways project would be completed by the end of 2010. Covered walkways at LRT stations ready by year-end 2010/06/29 By Nuradzimmah Daim KUALA LUMPUR: Construction on the elevated and covered pedestrian walkways, which will connect some light-rail and monorail […]
Updates #54 1. Article: Sultan of Johor wants the new bridge to replace causeway (Malay Mail) – Comments from the Sultan of Johor on the occasion of the opening of JB Sentral train station. 2. Article: 35,000 commuters use women’s coach daily, says minister (Malay Mail) – According to Transport Deputy Minister Datuk Abdul Rahim […]
TRANSIT noted a very large feature section on public transport in the StarBiz Weekly on 26 June, 2010. We have enclosed the links to the articles, with a short synopsis, for your information and knowledge. The stories are by RISEN JAYASEELAN and SHARIDAN M. ALI and they can be reached at starbizweek@thestar.com.my Public transport poised […]
TRANSIT notes that Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua took the bus from Batu Pahat, Johor to the Bukit Jalil temporary bus terminal. He posted his experience & feedback, including photos, on his twitter feed @TonyPua We thought it would be fun to post his tweets & photos here so people could see what has […]
Updates #53 1. Letter: MRT plan will end all nightmares (NST) – Nisha Krish of Petaling Jaya writes the the MRT network will end the nightmare of having to travel into KL. [TRANSIT: Excuse us if we smile…just a little. Her letter reminds us of the “Dreaming the LRT Dream” articles written by Moaz Yusuf […]
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