Ministry to study factors contributing to accidents
BY MA CHEE SENG & EDWINNIE EINSTEIN UNJI KUCHING: Sarawak’s Ministry of Transport Sarawak has announced plans to conduct a comprehensive study on road accidents in the state, in collaboration with the Malaysian Road Safety. Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the study aims to assess various factors contributing to road accidents, including road […]
JPJ to monitor traffic rule compliance during CNY
KUCHING: Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ) will intensify its efforts during the Chinese New Year (CNY) period to increase awareness and compliance of traffic rules and regulations among motorists. Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen said this was to ensure the safety of road users during the festive season, especially considering the increased traffic volume where […]
Road users must prioritise safety during festivity
BINTULU: The public, especially drivers and road users, are advised to be more cautious and prioritise safety during the Chinese New Year celebration. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming urged road users to adhere to speed limits and drive safely, emphasising the importance of responsible driving to avoid endangering others. “I call upon all […]
Glow-in-the-dark tech bright solution for enhanced road safety
BETONG: The implementation of glow-in-the-dark road marking technology is believed to minimise accidents, according to Nurulhuda Nadziri, the dean of the Faculty of Multidisciplinary Studies and Sustainability at i-CATS College. She explained that bright road lines are the most effective way to enhance road safety for everyone. She added that well-lit road markings reduce confusion […]
Ops on road safety from Dec 22 to 28
KUCHING: In a bid to ensure a hassle-free journey for travellers during the festive season, Road Transport Department (RTD) has initiated comprehensive monitoring operations at the Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal. According to a statement from the chief enforcement officer Sapiah Putit, the ‘Ops Perayaan Christmas’, which commenced today, December 22, will run until December 28. […]
Minister stresses urgency of road safety initiatives
SARAWAK recorded a total of 17,699 road accidents between January and October this year, according to a Royal Malaysian Police Department (PDRM) report. Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said of the figure, 301 involved fatal accident cases resulting in 349 deaths, with an additional 122 categorised as serious accidents. “These figures contribute […]
JPJ issues 11 notices for overloading
KUCHING: The Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ) intensified its efforts to ensure road safety last week by launching an operation codenamed ‘Ops Lebih Muatan’ aimed at curbing goods vehicles transporting excess cargo. A total of 11 non-compliance notices were issued to drivers found committing the offence along the routes from Sibu to Kuching on Aug […]
Neon lights on traffic light poles to enhance safety
KUCHING: An innovative safety enhancement has been introduced to the traffic lights at the junction of Jalan Batu Kawa and Batu Kawa Old Bazaar. This improvement involves the installation of neon lights on the traffic light poles, with the aim of enhancing road safety. Deputy Premier and Batu Kawa assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui […]
Driving distractions
Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac? – George Carlin, American stand-up comedian Most of you would have come across drivers on their mobile phones – answering calls, texting, checking their emails, looking at social media or worse still, viewing […]
Adhere to traffic regulations during Hari Raya, reminds Transport Ministry
KUCHING: All road users have been reminded to observe strictly to traffic regulations and exhibit greater patience during the Hari Raya holiday. The Sarawak Ministry of Transport said this is crucial in preventing accidents on the road. “At the same time, we also welcome the Ops Bersepadu JPJ organised by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) […]
