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[Dfiris]

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Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to build a high speed rail link between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore by 2020, in a move that both heads of government called a "game-changer".

Announcing the breakthrough agreement at a press conference today following bilateral talks, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said that the rail link would create a 90 minute door to door journey for commuters, and that it will "change the way we do business, the way we look at each other and interact."

He pointed to the Eurostar link between Paris and London, which transformed "two European cities into one virtual urban community" as a model for the KL-SG link.

Malaysian PM Najib Razak said that the project will be a private-public one, with the link being built by private contractors with government infrastructural support. He declined to estimate how much the project will cost.

 

[sgtsk]

latest!!'

Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to build a high speed rail link between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore by 2020, in a move that both heads of government called a "game-changer".

Announcing the breakthrough agreement at a press conference today following bilateral talks, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said that the rail link would create a 90 minute door to door journey for commuters, and that it will "change the way we do business, the way we look at each other and interact."

He pointed to the Eurostar link between Paris and London, which transformed "two European cities into one virtual urban community" as a model for the KL-SG link.

Malaysian PM Najib Razak said that the project will be a private-public one, with the link being built by private contractors with government infrastructural support. He declined to estimate how much the project will cost.

Thanks for the post. HSR....I suppose there wouldn't be any stops btw KL-Singapore? It would be interesting to know if states, towns along the way benefit from HSR. So far we heard of RTS, third link, now HSR, I suppose all these links are all on the table and not mutually exclusive(meaning one or more than one could be built)

 

[btravelling]

Thanks for the post. HSR....I suppose there wouldn't be any stops btw KL-Singapore? It would be interesting to know if states, towns along the way benefit from HSR. So far we heard of RTS, third link, now HSR, I suppose all these links are all on the table and not mutually exclusive(meaning one or more than one could be built)

From earlier articles speculating on the high speed line it sounds like 2 or 3 stops including 1 in Johor, so KL to JB 80 min, 10 min from JB to Singapire. So the question is... where will the crossing be? I hope closer to Puteri Harbour rather then JB central. Being near the amusement parks and Kota Iskandar makes sense, and we PH locals hop on for a 10 min ride into Singapore. There will already be the MRT link in JB central so I hope the high speed crossing it is closer to second link. With UEM being one of the private companies wanting to take part it makes sense to make a stop near their properties.

 

[avelc]

Definitely should have stops along the way. Thinking alone the lines of of the Taipei-Kaoshiung HSR, with alternate trains -- one direct to Kaoshiung (with a stop at Taoyuan?), another with more stops in between.

Hopefully there is one stop customs for SG and MY at the same premises, similar to Shenzhen-HK at Luohu.

Thanks for the post. HSR....I suppose there wouldn't be any stops btw KL-Singapore? It would be interesting to know if states, towns along the way benefit from HSR. So far we heard of RTS, third link, now HSR, I suppose all these links are all on the table and not mutually exclusive(meaning one or more than one could be built)

 

[sgtsk]

Thanks bro Btravelling and Avelc!

It would certainly be a big booster for PH and Nusajaya if the crossing point is decided to be there. Wherever the crossing point ends up, I would think IM still needs at least a light rail network eventually to connect other zones of IM to the HSR crossing point on the Malaysian side to more efficiently and effectively ferry traffic in IM. But this would probably come after HSR materialises and traffic volume has made it economically viable.

 

[aliensmotor]

ph to tuas in a water taxi? that'll be great!

Hopefully the water taxi design like the one in Netherlands open top.

 

[DCputeri]

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Joint Statement from Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat
Asiaone
Wednesday, Feb 20, 2013

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak met yesterday for their 4th Leaders' Retreat.

The two leaders affirmed the strong bilateral relations and also announced, among others, plans for a high-speed rail link between KL and Singapore.

This is the joint statement issued after the two met for bilateral talks this morning.

Joint statement by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak at the Singapore-Malaysia Leaders' Retreat in Singapore on February 19, 2013

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak met in Singapore on February 19, 2013 for the Singapore-Malaysia Leaders' Retreat. The Prime Ministers welcomed the excellent progress in bilateral relations since the Putrajaya Retreat in January 2012, and reaffirmed their commitment to a stronger and mutually beneficial partnership, especially amidst an uncertain global economy.

The Leaders noted the progress of the joint developments by Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited in Singapore (by M+S Pte Ltd) and in Iskandar Malaysia (by Pulau Indah Ventures Sdn Bhd). These are strategic projects that reflect the high degree of trust and complementarity between both countries. In Singapore, the Prime Ministers witnessed the unveiling of the Marina One project in Marina South and received an update on the DUO project in Ophir-Rochor. In Malaysia, they also witnessed the ground-breaking and unveiling of the Urban Wellness project in Medini North, as well as the unveiling of the Resort Wellness project in Medini Central.

Recognising that a dynamic and successful Iskandar Malaysia benefited both Malaysia and Singapore, the Leaders agreed to intensify existing cooperation and explore new ways to leverage on the complementarities between Singapore and Iskandar Malaysia. In this regard, the Prime Ministers expressed satisfaction at the work of the Iskandar Malaysia Joint Ministerial Committee (JMC), including the final composition and Terms of Reference of the Industrial Cooperation Work Group.

They also agreed to strengthen connectivity between Singapore and Malaysia, such as through the Rapid Transit System Link, for which Phase 1 of the Joint Engineering Study is nearing completion. They also welcomed the initiative by the JMC to study measures to address traffic and congestion issues on the Causeway, as well as the feasibility of a third road link between the two countries in the longer-term.

The Prime Ministers agreed to build a High Speed Rail link between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. This is a strategic development in bilateral relations that will dramatically improve the connectivity between Malaysia and Singapore. It will usher in a new era of strong growth, prosperity, and opportunities for both countries. It will facilitate seamless travel between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, enhance business linkages, and bring the peoples of Malaysia and Singapore closer together. Ultimately, this project will give both countries greater stakes in each other's prosperity and success. The Leaders tasked the JMC to look into the details and modalities of the High Speed Rail link.

The Prime Ministers took note of the expected commencement in 2013 of operations of the new ferry terminal and Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) facilities in Puteri Harbour. Ferry services will be operating between Puteri Harbour and Singapore, subject to the regulators' evaluation of the services. The Prime Ministers agreed that the JMC will continue to explore further links to improve connectivity between both countries.

 

[DCputeri]

RM30b budget for high-speed rail project
SHAREN KAUR Published: 2013/02/21

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is budgeting around RM30 billion for the high-speed rail (HSR) project linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, according to people familiar with the matter.

This confirms a Business Times report last year that said the HSR project may cost between RM25 billion and RM30 billion to develop.

It is also learnt that the HSR project will involve a new alignment covering 350km.

The alignment will be starting from Kuala Lumpur and pass through Seremban, Malacca, Pagoh, Batu Pahat and the Iskandar Malaysia region before ending at the Tuas checkpoint in Johor Baru.

Sources said 60 per cent of the projected cost will go towards infrastructure development, which includes civil works and laying of tracks, while about 30 per cent will go towards the purchase of rolling stocks.

It is unclear if the RM30 billion allocation will also involve the crossover to Singapore.

Malaysia and Singapore are mulling whether to build an overhead crossing between the two countries or opt for the costlier underwater tunnel, sources said.

"The HSR project is important for Malaysia as the same alignment can carry freight during off-peak hours. This will benefit KTM Bhd (the national railway company), which is facing depleting cargo volume and revenue," a source said.

Malaysia and Singapore on Tuesday agreed to build the HSR link between the two countries, with a target completion of 2020.

The decision was made after a Land Public Transport Commission feasibility study found that the project is viable.

The rail link will cut travel time between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore to 90 minutes, which at the moment can take up to eight hours by train, around five hours by bus and car, and 45 minutes by plane.

The source said the fare is being discussed, although the government is considering between RM350 and RM400 for a one-way trip.

"The public is only willing to pay around RM250 to RM300 per journey. But it won't be feasible to peg it at that range due to the project's massive investment cost," the source said.

"The HSR is for the public and it will provide added convenience and safety as well as save travel time and money," the source added.

The HSR link will also complement another rail project - the Rapid Transit System Link - that will link Johor Baru and Singapore's Thomson Line, which is expected to be ready by 2019.

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[gooddebt]

so means hi speed rail station confirmed at Tuas ?

 

[mutiaramas]

There are 5 stops for HSR. Anyone can confirm where is the stop at Iskandar Malaysia? It will bypass JB and ends at Tuas. Is the stop at PH?
Attached is the article from the star.
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/21/nation/12738038&sec=nation

 

[DCputeri]

Images extracted from condosingapore.com site by phantom Opera. HSR can be really near Medini and Peter Lim's race course. People can commute by car or ferry to PH in future. No wonder Medini is LH99 as highighted by Phantom Opera.

 

[mutiaramas]

Thanks Dcputeri.
What is LH 99? Good news for Nusajaya residents if the stop is at Medini.
all the best who have invested in Medini.

Images extracted from condosingapore.com site by phantom Opera. HSR can be really near Medini and Peter Lim's race course. People can commute by car or ferry to PH in future. No wonder Medini is LH99 as highighted by Phantom Opera.

 

[DCputeri]

It is leasehold and not freehold.

Thanks Dcputeri.
What is LH 99? Good news for Nusajaya residents if the stop is at Medini.
all the best who have invested in Medini.

 

[Walker]

There are 5 stops for HSR. Anyone can confirm where is the stop at Iskandar Malaysia? It will bypass JB and ends at Tuas. Is the stop at PH?
Attached is the article from the star.
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/21/nation/12738038&sec=nation

I think it will more likely to be at the 2nd link CIQ as the MRT and LRT Regional stations are there or the JB Sentral 2 Station which has the Proposed 120km/h KTM intercity Express Train(ERL) to JB Sentral 1 in JB CBD (15 minutes travel time)

 

[FHBH12]

I think it will more likely to be at the 2nd link CIQ as the MRT and LRT Regional stations are there or the JB Sentral 2 Station which has the Proposed 120km/h KTM intercity Express Train(ERL) to JB Sentral 1 in JB CBD (15 minutes travel time)

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Are these stations in the map already built or in the pipeline?

 

[Funniman]

I think it will more likely to be at the 2nd link CIQ as the MRT and LRT Regional stations are there or the JB Sentral 2 Station which has the Proposed 120km/h KTM intercity Express Train(ERL) to JB Sentral 1 in JB CBD (15 minutes travel time)

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PUTRAJAYA: THE high-speed rail (HSR) project between Malaysia and Singapore, which is expected to be completed by 2020, is going to be a major boost for areas surrounding stations along the line, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Kong Cho Ha said yesterday.

He said based on initial study, five new railway stations would be built at Seremban (Negri Sembilan), Ayer Keroh (Malacca), Muar, Batu Pahat and Iskandar Malaysia (Johor) before heading towards Singapore.

(Note that they did not mention Johore Baru but Iskandar Malaysia.)

My holiday home is going to be within easy reach...hehehehehe.....

 

[Funniman]

PUTRAJAYA: THE high-speed rail (HSR) project between Malaysia and Singapore, which is expected to be completed by 2020, is going to be a major boost for areas surrounding stations along the line, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Kong Cho Ha said yesterday.

He said based on initial study, five new railway stations would be built at Seremban (Negri Sembilan), Ayer Keroh (Malacca), Muar, Batu Pahat and Iskandar Malaysia (Johor) before heading towards Singapore.

(Note that they did not mention Johore Baru but Iskandar Malaysia.)

My holiday home is going to be within easy reach...hehehehehe.....

This is good news for all investors. It is your pick which town you want to invest in.

 

[Dfiris]

The upcoming high-speed rail (HSR) link between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur will benefit property developers and construction players, as it will reduce the price gap of real estate at both countries in the long term.

Aside from that, the project will also benefit the construction and materials sectors, said PublicInvest Research.

“While information is still light at this juncture, we believe the warmer relationship between the two governments now offers much comfort and we would probably see more progress on the project in the next 12 months,” noted the research unit.

On Tuesday, Singapore and Malaysia agreed to build a HSR link from KL to Singapore. Set to be completed in 2020, the rail line will reduce travel time between the two cities to merely 90 minutes.

The project is also estimated to create job flows worth between RM40 billion and RM50 billion, boosting the construction sector in the near term, as well as property developers, especially in Johor and KL in the long term.

“Notwithstanding the (upcoming general) election risks that might throw a spanner in the works, we believe if the project is feasible and creates wealth, there is no reason not to consider it,” said the research house.

Potential beneficiaries include construction players such as YTL Corp Bhd, MMC Corp Bhd and Gamuda Bhd, as well as owners of landbanks in both KL and Johor like E&O Bhd, SP Setia Bhd and UEM Land Holdings Bhd.

Meanwhile, RHB Research Institute Sdn Bhd feels that the project will be a huge re-rating catalyst for Malaysian properties, especially those in Kuala Lumpur.

“It is a new growth driver for the high-end properties in KL and Mont’ Kiara. Coupled with the MRT network, not only the residential properties but also the commercial properties could receive a boost in the future,” it added.

 

[Walker]

Are these stations in the map already built or in the pipeline?

No not built yet but is in their Transport plan...
details here.

http://www.google.com.sg/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEEQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iskandarmalaysia.com.my%2Fpdf%2Fcdp%2F19._Chapter16_-_Transit_Oriented_Development.pdf&ei=_CMmUbffLYirrAf72oAg&usg=AFQjCNGLc057MC23BReHJUcTeZEBSOu8TQ&bvm=bv.42661473,d.bmk

 

[Walker]

RM30b budget for high-speed rail project
SHAREN KAUR Published: 2013/02/21

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is budgeting around RM30 billion for the high-speed rail (HSR) project linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, according to people familiar with the matter.

This confirms a Business Times report last year that said the HSR project may cost between RM25 billion and RM30 billion to develop.

It is also learnt that the HSR project will involve a new alignment covering 350km.

The alignment will be starting from Kuala Lumpur and pass through Seremban, Malacca, Pagoh, Batu Pahat and the Iskandar Malaysia region before ending at the Tuas checkpoint in Johor Baru.

Sources said 60 per cent of the projected cost will go towards infrastructure development, which includes civil works and laying of tracks, while about 30 per cent will go towards the purchase of rolling stocks.

It is unclear if the RM30 billion allocation will also involve the crossover to Singapore.

Malaysia and Singapore are mulling whether to build an overhead crossing between the two countries or opt for the costlier underwater tunnel, sources said.

"The HSR project is important for Malaysia as the same alignment can carry freight during off-peak hours. This will benefit KTM Bhd (the national railway company), which is facing depleting cargo volume and revenue," a source said.

Malaysia and Singapore on Tuesday agreed to build the HSR link between the two countries, with a target completion of 2020.

The decision was made after a Land Public Transport Commission feasibility study found that the project is viable.

The rail link will cut travel time between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore to 90 minutes, which at the moment can take up to eight hours by train, around five hours by bus and car, and 45 minutes by plane.

The source said the fare is being discussed, although the government is considering between RM350 and RM400 for a one-way trip.

"The public is only willing to pay around RM250 to RM300 per journey. But it won't be feasible to peg it at that range due to the project's massive investment cost," the source said.

"The HSR is for the public and it will provide added convenience and safety as well as save travel time and money," the source added.

The HSR link will also complement another rail project - the Rapid Transit System Link - that will link Johor Baru and Singapore's Thomson Line, which is expected to be ready by 2019.

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At that kind of prices for the ticket, no one will not be using it as a daily form of transport to work in Singapore.
Unless you have got tonnes of money to burn