SEGAMAT: Final preparations are under way to launch the Electric Train Service connecting Kuala Lumpur and Johor Baru next month, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
He said technical work is being wrapped up to ensure the service begins before year end, boosting connectivity between Johor and the capital.
“While final preparations are ongoing, we are also looking for a suitable date for the launch because some final preparations still need to be completed,” he said.
“It will not be later than mid December,” Loke added when speaking to reporters after the Johor DAP convention on Sunday (Nov 2).
He said the new route will enhance travel convenience as Johor prepares to welcome tourists for Visit Malaysia 2026 and Visit Johor 2026.
“In conjunction with VM2025, we will continue to strengthen transportation facilities,” he said.
“The ETS has already linked Kuala Lumpur to Segamat earlier this year and Kluang a few months ago. I am confident this will also be a catalyst for Johor’s tourism sector,” he said.
