GEORGE TOWN, Jan 11 — The Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line project will feature 21 strategically located stations, including a provisional station on Penang South...
Mutiara LRT Line to span 29.5km with 21 stations, linking Penang’s key hubs for better connectivity and economic growth, says Anthony Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the alignment starts at PSR-A with two terminus stations, namely Penang Sentral and the Tun Abdul Razak Complex . Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officiated the event, with Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and MRT Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim also present.
In addition to supporting the “Penang Silicon Design @5km+” initiative and upgrades to the Penang International Airport and the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, the LRT Mutiara Line will serve as a growth catalyst, particularly for the state’s crucial electrical and electronics industry. Elaborating, Loke said MRT Corp, as the project developer, would work closely with the state government to establish Transit-Oriented Development at the Tapak Pesta site, signifying a new era of urban renewal in Sungai Nibong.
“From construction to operations, the project is set to create numerous job opportunities, contributing to economic empowerment and workforce inclusivity in Penang,” he added. — Bernama
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