Since the KLIA Aerotrain resumed operations on 1 July, it had hit an unfortunate number of snags. With over 20 reported incidents, Transport Minister Anthony Loke has said that the number of disruptions the service has faced is unacceptable. And with that, the Malaysia Airports Holding Bhd (MAHB) will be held accountable for disruptions caused by technical issues.
The Edge cites the minister as saying “some disruptions are caused by technical errors that shouldn’t have happened. That’s why we need to take action”. Loke was also quoted as saying that the ministry is “still not satisfied that there have been so many disruptions in four months for a new system”.
All that being said, the minister says that punitive action will only be taken after investigations into each disruption incident are completed. Earlier in the week, he instructed the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) to look into MAHB following the latest disruption.
According to the report, Loke says MAHB as the concession holder is responsible for the projects carried out by contractors it appointed. In the case of the KLIA aerotrain, it’s Alstom and IJM-Pestec Joint Venture (IPJM). He also mentions that MAHB is obliged to ensure a satisfactory level of the service, having been issued the operator’s license. Violating the terms of the license can result in a fine of up to RM250,000 for each offence, according to the Land Public Transport Act 2010.
(Source: The Edge)
