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Lowyat.NETlowyat
2025-05-21

Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Expected To Commence In 2028 #2028

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Lowyat.NETlowyat
2024-05-13

Putrajaya’s Trackless Tram Opens For Free Public Trial

lowyat.net/2024/322264/putraja

Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2024-02-26

The government will build an (ART) system in after

The State will conduct a feasibility study for the ART line to be built in Bintulu after the first one is completed in Kuching

This will connect public transportation from Bintulu to , and also be extended towards crossing up the river once the Bridge is completed

Read more: dayakdaily.com/premier-sarawak

A prototype of the Sarawak ART vehicle undergoing an engineering run around SEDC Tower area. / Photo by BananaForScale released under CC BY-SA 4.0 on Wikimedia Commons.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2024-02-23

The government is using the (ART) project as benchmark for similar transportation system in the state

A 24-member delegation came to for the purpose of experiencing a ride on the ART prototype vehicle

They paid a courtesy call on state Transport Minister prior to attending briefing & sharing session by

They later then visited the ART warehouse to experience a ride on the prototype vehicle

Read more: theborneopost.com/2024/02/20/j

A group of people riding on the ART vehicle. / Photo from linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2024-01-25

will be trialing known as (ART) from 1 February in conjunction with the Putrajaya

As part of the trial, members of the public will be able to ride the ART for free until 4 February, which is when the open day ends

The trial itself will continue until December 2024

There’s no mention as to what the route of the ART smart in Putrajaya will be

Read more: lowyat.net/2024/315339/putraja

Example of Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) vehicle. / Photo from the linked article.
SoyaCincausoyacincau
2024-01-24

You can take a free ride on the Putrajaya Autonomous Rapid Transit this Feb

soyacincau.com/2024/01/24/putr

Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-12-22

announced that a () company has won the tender for the and completion of the .

The JV company is expected to commence work next month and scheduled to complete by December 2025.

The construction is part of the Urban Transportation System () project, which Sarawak Metro has been entrusted to develop, operate and maintain.

Read more: theborneopost.com/2023/12/21/j

Two people holding Letter of Award with the others witnessing. / Photo from linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-26

The current Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) will not be the to be used for the Urban Transportation System ().

Work to come up with of the ART vehicle will be made next year, after the government presents from the ongoing exercise to the manufacturer in China on that need to be made on the 38 units ordered by the state.

Read more: theborneopost.com/2023/11/25/l

Two people discussing with each other in the driver cab of the ART vehicle. / Photo from linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-21

An enquiry was submitted on the estimated capital investment in the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) project for the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting which starts on 20 Nov until 29 Nov.

The written reply for the question should also include the land acquisition costs and the expected return on investment and the ridership for the next 10 years.

Read more: theborneopost.com/2023/11/19/e

(Photo from the linked article)

Chong Chieng Jen, the assemblyman who submitted the enquiry.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-21

’s state capital is set to become the first city in Southeast Asia to use to power its urban transport system.

This include autonomous rapid transit (ART) vehicle and .

ART will form the backbone of Kuching’s urban transport system, to encourage public usage and ease traffic congestion.

CNA uploaded video covering the system: youtube.com/watch?v=lVTKOVpwrQg

(Images are screenshots of the video)

Hydrogen powered Autonomous Rapid Transit vehicle running on a test track.The interior of the Autonomous Rapid Transit vehicle.Hydrogen powered bus running on the road.The interior of the bus.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-20

Sarawak Metro informed that Stage 2 of the Prototype Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) Vehicle Proof-of-Concept () Exercise at Kuching-Samarahan Expressway is officially underway.

A notice was also attached for people to refer to for the traffic flow and flagmen locations throughout the POC period.

The ART will run from 20 November to 15 December, 5am to 8pm.

(Image and photo by Sarawak Metro)

Notice by Sarawak Metro on the commencement of the Prototype ART Hydrogen Vehicle POC Exercise.Traffic flow map.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-19

The powered Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) Smart was recognised as ‘Low Carbon Transport Project of the Year’ at the Enlit Asia annual conference in Jakarta, Indonesia on Nov 14.

The ART is the backbone of the Kuching Urban Transportation System () project, which aims to modernise public transportation and ease traffic congestion in Greater .

Read more: theborneopost.com/2023/11/18/a

A person receiving an award from another person, with two other people standing to the side. / Image from the linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-18

On 16 November, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas activated the remaining smart traffic light intersections along the Kuching-Samarahan Expressway.

He also inspected the dedicated lane for the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART), proving ground for the ART throughout the POC exercise scheduled to start next week.

The smart traffic light will ensure transit priority be given to ART at intersections.

(Photos by Sarawak Metro)

A group of people standing on the ART track near the intersection with smart traffic light.A group of people launching the rest of the smart traffic light system.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-16

Transit Signal Priority () system is now in operation along the - Expressway at the ILP and Sarawak Heart Centre roundabouts.

The system, developed by a Sarawakian company, is meant to regulate along the expressway which will soon have an (ART) system plying it.

With TSP, it enables traffic lights to go green for the ART whenever the ART passes any intersection.

Read more: theborneopost.com/2023/11/16/s

The TSP system at the ILP roundabout traffic light intersection. / Photo from the linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-12

Ibraco Berhad and China Railway Group Limited have secured a construction project valued at RM568.61 million for infrastructure works along the Blue Line-Package 1 Rembus to Stutong.

This is part of the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) network project under the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS).

The Letter of Acceptance was officially accepted on Nov 10.

Read more: dayakdaily.com/ibraco-china-ra

The ART prototype vehicle navigating a bend at BCCK roundabout on its groundbreaking engineering run. / Photo from the linked article.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-08

Sarawak Metro was pleased to showcase the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) to the Land and Survey Department, and the Department of Director General of Lands and Mines (JKPTG) Sarawak.

Sarawak Metro thanked them for allowing them to share their achievements so far.

Sarawak Metro hoped to work even closer as they realise the long-held aspirations of a modern and seamless public transport system.

(Photos by Sarawak Metro)

A group of people posing for group photo in front of ART vehicle.A group of people onboard the ART vehicle.A group of people onboard the ART vehicle.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-06

In an exciting development, the signing of the 1st Tier Socio-Economic Enhancement Development (SEED) Programme Agreement between Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd and EPR Mobilus GR JV Sdn Bhd formalised the commitment of both parties to develop Sarawak’s capabilities in areas related to the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) and hydrogen technology.

(Photo by Sarawak Metro)

A group of people on a stage exchanging agreement.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-05

Metro System Academy (MSA) of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia () has invited Sarawak Metro to share the Sarawakian journey towards a modern public transport system at MSA International Symposium 2023.

The chief executive officer (CEO) of Sarawak Metro took centre stage on Day 1, presenting his talk on “The Future of Mobility in Kuching - Kuching Urban Transportation System".

(Photos by Sarawak Metro)

Two person holding an item at a stage.A person presenting in front of a group of people.A person presenting the transit map of KUTS in front of a group of people.A person presenting the design of ART station in front of a group of people.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-04

Sarawak Metro is honoured to host His Excellency Michalis Rokas, Ambassador and Head of The EU Delegation.

Following his courtesy visit to the parent company of Sarawak Metro, His Excellency Mr Rokas boarded the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) accompanied by Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), SEDC Energy, and Sarawak Metro's top management.

(Photo by Sarawak Metro)

A group of people in front of Autonomous Rapid Transit vehicle.
Malaysia Public Transportmsiapublictransport
2023-11-03

Sarawak Metro thanked everyone who visited their booths during WCIT | IDECS 2023.

Their participation was not just about sharing updates on their project after a short period away from exhibitions but also an avenue to listen to public feedback after the ART's arrival last August.

(Photos by Sarawak Metro)

Sarawak Pavilion entrance for the WCIT | IDECS 2023 event.Sarawak Metro information panels at their booth.A screen showing video of ART vehicle as well as a replica of the vehicle on a table.Sarawak Metro booth.

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