25 August 2023, Gedung Siam Tunnel. 

In a significant development for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) Project, the 1.32-km ‘Kampung Gedung Siam 3 Tunnel’ has achieved its tunnelling breakthrough on schedule. This marks the completion of tunnel excavations for both Sections A and B of the project.

The breakthrough at the ‘Kampung Gedung Siam 3 Tunnel’ was a result of determined efforts, involving around 27,980 man-hours and utilizing the drill-and-blast method of tunneling. The tunnel, which spans 1.32 kilometers, is designed with an average height of 13.47 meters and a width of 13.02 meters, accommodating two standard gauge railway tracks. Impressively, the tunnel’s permanent lining stretches over 1,113 meters.

The excavation process for the ‘Kampung Gedung Siam 3 Tunnel’ began in January 2020, and the breakthrough occurred as planned in August 2023. This tunnel’s construction is crucial in maintaining the ECRL railway track’s maximum gradient of 0.74 percent and in minimizing the need for extensive forest cutting.

Chairman of Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL), Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali, congratulated the ECRL workforce for their commitment and teamwork that led to this accomplishment. With the successful completion of this tunnel, civil works are anticipated to conclude by April 2024.

The ECRL Project’s achievements include the installation of long-span bridges at key points and the completion of tunnel excavation works in Sections A and B. The installation of ECRL tracks is scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2023, initiating the rail alignment from Gebeng to Dungun.

Currently, the ECRL Project has an overall completion rate of 48.77 percent. This progress is driving towards the envisioned rail infrastructure completion from Kota Bharu to the Gombak Integrated Transport Terminal by December 2026. The final completion, which includes extending the rail to Port Klang, is projected for December 2027.

China Communications Construction (ECRL) Sdn Bhd (CCC-ECRL) Managing Director, Kong Qi, praised the achievement as a testament to the dedication and expertise of their team. This breakthrough underscores their commitment to creating connections and advancing progress in the region.

 

 

  

6 July 2023, Bentong. YB Datuk Haji Hasbi Bin Habibollah, Deputy Minister of Transportation, attended a briefing session on the development of the ECRL project and was welcomed by Mr. Deng Bo, Deputy Project Director cum Chief Engineer of CCC- ECRL and Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, Chief Executive Officer of MRL.

The Deputy Minister and MOT delegation were taken to visit the project site, the ECRL Genting Tunnel Section 7, Bukit Tinggi, Pahang. The Genting Tunnel is the first ECRL tunnel to be excavated using the advanced Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) method. The construction of the 665 km-long ECRL project, spanning four states, namely Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor, is progressing rapidly and has achieved a progress rate of 46.68 percent. The recorded progress level is in line with the schedule for completing the ECRL project alignment from Kota Bharu, Kelantan to Gomba, Selangor by December 2026.

YB Datuk Haji Hasbi expresses his utmost to CCC-ECRL, MRL and all parties involved in developing the ECRL project, which will bridge the economic and developmental gap between the Klang Valley and East Coast Region in the future.

 

 

18 June 2023- In line with its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the principles of environmental, social, and governance (ESG), CCC-ECRL Section 5 and Malaysia Rail Link (MRL) organised a Gotong-Royong at Menderu Waterfall Jungle Ecological Park in Kampong Chabang, Terengganu .

Prior to the event, participants from our Section 5 received detailed guidance regarding safety measures. and equipped with essential tools such as gloves, trash bags, gardening tools, and safety gear.

After several hours of dedicated efforts, the Section 5 team collected approximately 30-40 large bags of rubbish, making a significant impact on the cleanliness and preservation of the area.

MESRA ECRL (East Coast Rail Link) Programme is an initiative from the CCC-ECRL and Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL), Mesra ECRL aims at fostering closer ties with the community living near the ECRL stations and raise their awareness about the mega-rail project.

The event was held at the Pejabat Daerah Dan Tanah Kemaman, En. Ahmad Farhan bin Abdul Wahab,Kemaman Dirstict Officer graced the occasion, accompanied by  Madam Grace Cheng,Corporate Director of CCC-ECRL, Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Rail Link Sdn. Bhd and Tuan Haji Ahmad Nazwawi bin Harun,Yang Dipertua Majlis Perbandaran Kemaman.

A video presentation showcasing the progress of the ECRL project. Local Residents were happy by the monumental efforts involved in constructing railway tracks, bridges, and tunnels that will connect Kemaman to other major cities in the region. The video exemplified the project’s commitment to elevating the town’s infrastructure to new heights and opening doors to boundless opportunities.

CCC-ECRL expressed heartfelt gratitude to the community for their unwavering support and patience throughout the construction phase. CCC-ECRL also emphasized the economic benefits and job opportunities the ECRL would bring to Kemaman, promising a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

To ensure transparency and address any concerns, a  Q&A session was held, allowing local residents, Representatives of Village Heads, and Kemaman District Office Officers to engage with the project team. The project team and government officials patiently clarified doubts and provided detailed explanations regarding the project’s effects on daily life and measures in place to mitigate disruptions.

 

 

Kuala Lumpur, 27th May 2023. A friendly football match was organized  by CCC-ECRL and Malaysia Rail Link (MRL). This event aimed to provide an opportunity for employees to engage in cultural and sports activities, fostering team cohesion and cooperation spirit.

Mr. Liu Jianming and Mr. Ye Xiaoyang, Deputy General Managers of China Communications Malaysia East Rail Project, attended the event. The match was also attended by over 50 fans from MRL and the  CCC-ECRL, who came to show their support and cheer on the players.

Both teams exhibited exceptional gameplay throughout the match, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and anticipation. The crowd was treated to a display of brilliant tactics, skillful dribbles, and well-executed passes.

The match concluded with a display of sportsmanship and mutual respect between the two teams. CCC-ECRL players showed great character and determination throughout the game, giving their all until the final whistle.

 

 

Dungun ,18 March 2023, ECRL Project has achieved the milestone of 10 million safe-man hours without any lost time injury (LTI).

The achievement was recorded at the end of February 2023, underpinned by the implementation of safe work practices on 24/7 basis and effective teamwork at all levels of the project. The project has a manpower of about 17,000 currently, consisting of personnel from the project owner, the EPC contractor and its subcontractors.

The campaign’s theme was ‘Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow,’ and it was jointly officiated by MRL CEO Dato’ Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, CCC-ECRL Managing Director Kong Qi, and the Director-General of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Mohd Anuar Embi.

The ECRL project launched its inaugural safety campaign back in March 2021 and has made progressive improvements to its safety management system, which includes the training of over 1,000 personnel through simulation and reactive safety exercises in its centralised safety training centres in Kemaman, Maran and Bentong approved by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).

On 14th March 2023, Tuan Rozman bin Mohamad, the Director of Flood Management at the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID), accompanied by senior management and state directors of DID, paid a visit to our construction site located at Section 7.

The purpose of their visit was to evaluate the progress of the construction site and ensure that comprehensive measures are in place to effectively mitigate any potential risks. During the visit, our team had the opportunity to showcase the diligent efforts and adherence to safety protocols that are being implemented on-site. We provided detailed insights into the various risk management strategies and engineering solutions employed to safeguard the surrounding environment and nearby communities.

At CCC – ECRL, we place the utmost importance on collaboration and cooperation with relevant government agencies. We remain fully committed to working hand in hand with Jabatan Pengairan dan Saliran Malaysia and other key stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the East Coast Rail Link project while prioritizing the safety and well-being of the communities and the environment.

On the 6th of March 2023, We took a small group of media to visit Kemasul forest and Kuantan Tunnel in collaboration with MRL to showcase the environmental and wildlife efforts CCCECRL has put in place along the 655 km alignment.

The alignment will traverse through a diversity of habitats, including dipterocarp forests and mangrove forests. With such a diversity of habitats and a large area of remnant vegetation, the project area supports a high diversity of terrestrial fauna, including some species of conservation significance.

The greatest extent of wildlife habitats in Peninsular Malaysia is located within forest reserves, some of the most important habitats have been set aside for preservation within protected areas, whereas some pockets of habitats are located on State land or alienated land. Overall, a significant number of wild animal species in Peninsular Malaysia are afforded protection under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716), which is enforced throughout the peninsula by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN).