Malaysia’s KLIA Aerotrain set to resume service on July 1
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Members of the media viewing the aerotrain during a test run at the KLIA Terminal 1 .
PHOTO: THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
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SEPANG - The much-awaited Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Aerotrain is set to return to service as early as July 1, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
“It stopped operations several years ago, but today, I am happy to announce that the project is completed with various trials conducted. It will undergo several more tests soon, including the Emergency Response Plan test, together with the authorities,” Mr Loke said at a press conference at KLIA on June 21.
“If everything goes well, it will begin operations at 10am on July 1.”
Mr Loke mentioned that the Aerotrain project will enhance KLIA’s service and image.
He also said the current shuttle bus system will operate concurrently to facilitate better passenger movement.
“These are among the mitigation measures to ensure all passenger movement at KLIA runs smoothly,” he added.
Mr Loke said that there are currently three Aerotrain sets, with two sets to run concurrently while one remains on standby.
During off-peak hours, however, only one train will operate to allow for maintenance work.
Off-peak hours are between 12am and 5am.
Each train has three carriages and can carry a total of 270 passengers at one time. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
