Singapore-KL high speed rail

Asia needs to see high-speed rail as more than a megaproject

Launched in 2023, Indonesia’s high-speed rail service is bleeding money due to a combination of massive construction debt, low passenger numbers and high operating costs.

What next for the high-speed rail from KL to Singapore?

Some have argued that with the new electric train service and upcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System, the proposed Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail might not be needed.

Malaysia announces 30% fare discount to mark start of new electric train service from KL to JB

Malaysia's railway operator KTMB will soon offer a 30 per cent discount to mark the launch of its electric train services to JB Sentral

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