SHAH ALAM — The Selangor state government is currently in discussions with private sector partners and key stakeholders to establish the optimal development and financing framework for the proposed Selangor Rail Line.
Speaking at the Selangor State Legislative Assembly sitting today, State Investment, Trade and Mobility Executive Councillor Ng Sze Han stated that Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated) (MBI)—acting as the Technical Committee for Selangor Rail Development—is assessing various financial and operational models to ensure long-term profitability and efficiency.
“Of course, a large-scale project like the Selangor Rail Line involves the private sector as well as government agencies,” Ng said in response to an inquiry from Mariam Abdul Rashid (PH-Meru) regarding the rail network’s execution strategy.
Phase 1 Operations and Key Milestones
Based on preliminary feasibility studies, the first phase of the rail network is projected to span 10 years. This initial stage encompasses a comprehensive range of pre-operational and structural tasks:
- Planning & Approvals: Preparation of preliminary designs, execution of detailed impact studies, and securing formal approval for the Railway Scheme from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD).
- Execution & Delivery: Procurement, land acquisition, civil construction, and final testing and commissioning processes.
Long-Term Target
Additionally, Ng noted that completion across all development phases is targeted for 2060, contingent on timely execution of each phase.
