Is Penang's Transportation Infrastructure Well Thought Out?

Dr Rosli Azad Khan, Transport Consultant

13-Jan-25 07:45

Is Penang's Transportation Infrastructure Well Thought Out?

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Penang’s transportation future depends on the successful integration of the LRT system, Mutiara Line and the Pan Island Link 1 (PIL 1) highway. With the increasing traffic congestion, it’s crucial that both projects are developed to improve connectivity and create a more efficient, sustainable transport network. We discuss the impact of these developments with Transport Consultant Dr Rosli Azad.

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Produced by: Tun Hizami Hashim, Aimi Azreena

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Philip See

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Categories: environment, economy, government, Cars/Motoring

Tags: Mutiara Line, Pan Island Link 1 (PIL 1) highway, lrt, penang, public transport, highway, infrastructure,

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