PIL1 hit by bridging loan setback


  • Nation
  • Sunday, 17 Mar 2019

Extensive routes: A map showing the various links that comprise the PIL1.

GEORGE TOWN: The proposed Pan Island Link 1 (PIL1) highway project has hit a snag after the state government failed to obtain a RM1bil bridging loan.

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said since the loan from the federal government was not forthcoming, the project delivery partner would now have to source for the funds.

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