Trapeze Group-ST Engineering consortium has secured contracts worth over USD175 million from the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to upgrade technology in Singapore’s public bus fleet including fleet management system, fare collection, and power and communications systems. The upgrades will be rolled out gradually from Q2 2024 to 2027, covering around 5,800 buses. The technology upgrades include a new cloud-based bus fleet management system integrated with electric bus and charging infrastructure. Fare collection equipment onboard will run on a 5G network, featuring a unified display for both fa ..read more

DNB has signed memorandums of understanding (MoU) with Ericsson and Intel to enhance digitalisation in Malaysia. Ericsson will accelerate the digital transformation by leveraging DNB’s 5G network, with Intel serving as the technology partner. As per the MoUs, DNB and Ericsson will pilot autonomous transport, fleet management, and smart manufacturing solutions with partners like eMooVit Technology, Scania, and SKF Malaysia. These initiatives aim to harness the capabilities of 5G connectivity to address enterprise challenges. The collaboration will enhance the potential of 5G in facilitating eff ..read more

Gulf Energy Development Private Limited has finalised 25-year-long power purchase agreements (PPAs) with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) for the construction of 25 solar farms in the country.  The planned solar farms will generate a combined capacity of 1,353 MW and are expected to offer a cost-effective solution compared to the current power tariff. These projects are part of a larger renewables scheme supervised by the Energy Regulatory Commission and will receive feed-in tariffs and are set to commence commercial operation between 2024 and 2029. Gulf Energy aims ..read more

South Korea-based LS Electric has secured a contract from the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) to supply the signalling system for a 177-km-long rail line between Ban Phai and Nong Phok. The contract is valued at USD23.7 million. This project is part of a larger 354 km railway track-doubling initiative linking Ban Phai, Nong Phok, and Saphan Mittraphap, estimated to cost USD1.49 billion. The Government of Thailand’s double-tracking initiative aims to enhance freight and passenger transport capacities in the northeastern region.  LS Electric has previously completed several railway modernis ..read more

The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has commenced a free trial of its new smart parking system in Bangkok. The trial started at the Orange Line’s Park’n’Ride unit on Ramkhamhaeng Road and a parking area at the MRTA station on Rama IX Road. Users can park without charge for up to 48 hours, but charges apply for longer durations.  The parking facilities can accommodate cars and motorcycles, with additional features such as washrooms, CCTV cameras, and security personnel. The smart parking system allows users to find parking spots and pay fees through the MRTA Parking mobile ..read more

ExxonMobil Asia Pacific and Shell, through their S-Hub consortium, will partner with the Government of Singapore on a cross-border carbon capture and storage (CCS) project.  The project’s goal is to capture and securely store at least 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually by 2030. The selection of suitable storage sites will involve thorough analysis to ensure safety and effectiveness. The appointment of S-Hub for this project aligns with the government’s commitment to achieving climate change targets through various decarbonisation measures.  The post ExxonMobil, Shell and Singapore’s ..read more

The Philippines’ Department of Finance (DOF) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) are set to implement USD1.5 billion worth of infrastructure projects across the country by 2026. The agencies are finalising four key loan agreements focusing on maritime safety, road development, and flood risk management projects.  Moreover, JICA is considering increasing its policy-based lending and exploring opportunities for co-financing initiatives like the Climate Change Action Program (CCAP) Subprogram 2, alongside partners such as the Asian Development Bank and Agence Française de Dével ..read more

Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) has commenced operations on Phase 1 of the new terminal at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (LTSIP) in Pengkalan Chepa, Kota Baru. The new terminal is expected to handle 30 to 35 flights and accommodate 4,000 to 4,500 passengers daily.  The upgrade works at the terminal are expected to be completed by 2027. This includes new aerobridges, enhanced facilities for international passengers, over 20 flight counters, an elevated car park, and a cashless operating system.  The RM440 million LTSIP expansion and upgradation project aims to boost the termina ..read more

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (Kementerian ESDM) has launched an auction process for the 46 MW Nage Geothermal Working Area (GWA) on Flores Island, Indonesia.  Interested parties are required to submit their registration forms along with the necessary documents by May 31, 2024. The Nage GWA is estimated to possess a geothermal reserve of 46 MWe, with a development target of achieving a capacity of 40 MW through the total project scheme. The Government of Indonesia has led many extensive exploration efforts into the Nage GWA, including geoscience surveys and the drilling of ..read more

Siemens Mobility has secured a contract from Dhaya Maju Infrastructure (Asia) Sdn Bhd for the Klang Valley Double Track Phase 2 (KVDT2) project in Malaysia. The contract involves implementing signalling solutions along 106 km of railway tracks. These solutions include the Trackguard Westrace MK II interlocking system, Clearguard ACM 250 track vacancy detection system, Sigmaguard LED Signals, and R5 9 DC track circuits. The KVDT2 commuter rail route, which has been operational for 25 years, spans 29 stations across the suburban areas of Klang Valley. The work on the line includes replacing old ..read more