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RTS Link on track for Jan 2027 launch despite global energy pressures, says Malaysia transport minister
SINGAPORE: The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link remains on track for its scheduled January 2027 launch despite global energy-related pressures, Malaysia’s Transport Minister Anthony Loke said on Friday (Apr 3), according to local media reports.On fares, Loke said RTS Operations Pte Ltd (RTSO), the rail operator, is expected to submit its pricing proposal in the third quarter to Malaysia’s Land Public Transport Agency and Singapore’s Land Transport Authority.The fare package will be considered by both governments before prices are announced to the public by year-end, he said.RTSO is a joint venture between Malaysia’s state-owned transport operator Prasarana Malaysia Bhd…
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