The Mutiara Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Bayan Lepas, now entering its construction phase, is poised to become a major catalyst for economic growth and public transport transformation in Penang, said State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari.

He described the project as a “game-changing investment” that will not only improve mobility but also boost industrial development while supporting Penang’s vision of becoming a smarter and more sustainable state.

Speaking at an InvestPenang town hall session yesterday, attended by over 200 stakeholders from Bayan Lepas, Bayan Baru, Batu Maung, and Sungai Tiram, Zairil explained that early works—such as utility relocation, road widening, and site clearance—will commence this month. Full-scale construction is expected to begin by December.

The LRT line, scheduled to begin operations in 2031, will feature two key stations—FIZ North and FIZ South—strategically located along Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah to serve the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone.

During the session, MRT Corp. Sdn. Bhd., the project developer, provided an overview of the construction plan, while SRS Consortium Sdn. Bhd. outlined traffic management strategies. These include phased lane closures, diversion routes, and enhanced traffic monitoring to mitigate disruptions.

A Q&A session followed, with Penang LRT Project Director Azmi Abdul Rahman and SRS Consortium Project Director Adil Putra Ahmad addressing industry representatives’ questions and concerns.

“The Penang LRT will accelerate connectivity, drive industries forward, and move the state towards a greener, smarter, and more inclusive future,” Zairil concluded.

Source: Invest Penang

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