As part of the ongoing construction of the Penang LRT Mutiara Line, Mass Rapid Transit Corporation (MRT Corp) has announced a long-term “Free-Flow” traffic management plan at the junction of Jalan Tengah and Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah.

In a statement issued earlier, MRT Corp said the traffic diversion will take effect from May 16, 2026, until Dec 31, 2028, involving a total duration of approximately 960 days. The temporary traffic arrangement is necessary to facilitate piling, pile cap, and structural works for the LRT project.

Under the new traffic plan, motorists travelling from Jalan Tengah towards the Penang International Airport will be required to use the left lane and make a U-turn before the Jalan Mahsuri junction to enter Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah. Those heading towards Komtar may still turn left as usual.

For traffic coming from the Komtar direction towards Jalan Tengah, drivers must use a newly constructed U-turn located in front of the Renesas factory. MRT Corp noted that this U-turn is strictly for light vehicles only.

Meanwhile, motorists from Jalan Tengah heading towards Jalan Kampung Jawa will no longer be allowed to make a direct right turn at the junction. Drivers may instead turn left into Jalan Mayang Pasir before entering Jalan Mahsuri, or continue straight towards the Bukit Jambul roundabout to perform a U-turn.

For those travelling from the airport towards Jalan Kampung Jawa, motorists are advised to turn left at the Sunway Prima junction near the TNB PPU before proceeding to Jalan Mahsuri and making a right turn at the traffic lights.

MRT Corp advised road users to remain cautious and follow all traffic signage and instructions throughout the construction period. Traffic marshals, safety barriers, and traffic cones will also be deployed to help manage traffic flow and ensure public safety.

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