US EditionLoke: Aerotrain Disruptions Show Safety Features Working Properly
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport's Aerotrain service temporarily suspended on 4 July 2025 due to water accumulation in the tunnel caused by heavy rain.
- The suspension followed a relaunch on 1 July 2025 after a RM456 million upgrade and a two-and-a-half-year halt due to ageing infrastructure and breakdowns.
- The recently introduced driverless Innovia APM 300R trains, which cover the one-kilometre distance in less than three minutes, experienced another breakdown on 2 July, leaving only one train and track operational.
- MAHB reported that a drainage pump malfunction during the heavy rain caused the aerotrain disruption, and thanked passengers for their understanding as they work to improve the newly implemented system. In the meantime, shuttle buses continued to provide uninterrupted transport for travelers.
- The incidents sparked public frustration and renewed scrutiny of KLIA's infrastructure modernization efforts, though authorities affirmed full technical clearance and ongoing rectifications to improve future reliability.
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PressNewsAgencyKuala Lumpur’s Aerotrain suffers double trouble after US$100 million relaunch
Kuala Lumpur’s Aerotrain, relaunched a week ago after a test ride by the prime minister, has already suffered two service disruptions, including one from flooding.
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Loke assures KLIA Aerotrain safe, meets global standards
PUTRAJAYA, July 4 — Transport Minister Anthony Loke has assured the public that the Aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 is operating smoothly and was built in full compliance with international standards. He said both Malaysia Airports and the Transport Ministry remain committed to enhancing service quality and responding promptly to any issues to ensure a safe, efficient and seamless travel experience. “I appreciat…
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