Greater KL / Klang Valley Integrated Transit Map Source: SPAD as of July 2016
45-481: KTMB may refer to: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad , Malaysian railway KTMB (FM) , a radio station licensed to Anchorage, Alaska, US KPDA (FM) , formerly KTMB, a radio station licensed to Mountain Home, Idaho, US Miami Executive Airport , Florida, US (ICAO code) Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with
90-568: A combination of heritage stations from the colonial era, such as Ipoh Station and Kuala Lumpur Station, and modern stations that were built when the line was double-tracked, such as Taiping, Butterworth, and Arau stations. The remainder of the West Coast main line from Gemas Station to Johor Bahru Sentral Station is still in the process of being double-tracked and electrified under the Gemas - Johor Bahru Electrified Double Track Project. The East Coast line
135-454: A national railway company, KTMB is involved in the business of providing rail-based transportation. This can be divided into four major services: KTM Intercity (Malay: KTM Antarabandar ) is the brand name for long-haul passenger trains that connect cities and major towns served by the KTMB rail network. The service is provided using conventional locomotive-hauled coaches and DMUs. Services span
180-648: A second line was introduced between Butterworth and Padang Besar in Perlis , while on 17 January 2016, the Gurun-Butterworth-Kamunting route was replaced with two separate routes: Butterworth-Gurun and Butterworth-Kamunting. The three-line service operated until 1 July 2016 when the Butterworth-Gurun route was dropped, and subsequently on 1 September 2016, the route took on its current form. Southern Sector services were introduced on 10 October 2015 following
225-414: Is a rapid intercity train service by KTM utilizing electric train-sets. The service started in 2010 using metre-gauge. It currently operates on the lines from Gemas, Negeri Sembilan to Padang Besar, Perlis, Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh, Perak, and Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Penang. The trains travel up to 140 km/h (87 mph) on electrified lines. For example, the travel time between KL Sentral and Ipoh
270-581: Is about 2 hours and 20 minutes, which compared favourably with the previous intercity train travel time of 3 hours and 30 minutes while buses can take up to 3 hours. KTM Komuter KTM Komuter is a commuter rail system in Malaysia operated by Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM). It was introduced in 1995 to provide local rail services in Kuala Lumpur and the surrounding Klang Valley suburban areas. Services were later expanded to other parts of Malaysia with
315-524: Is available at Kuala Lumpur. The KTM KL Sentral-Terminal Skypark Line is a limited express service for passengers headed towards Subang Airport . To save time, it only stops at Subang Jaya station . The link is the second of its kind in Malaysia. However, it is temporarily suspended due to low ridership. The routes have been modified over the years. Previously, Batu Caves-Pulau Sebang line (formerly, Seremban Line) trains would head towards Tanjung Malim while
360-458: Is single-tracked. Having not seen many upgrades over the years, the line is considerably less modern than the upgraded sections of the West Coast line. Level crossings are still prevalent and the traditional token signalling system is still used. The stations along this line are older and smaller. Although the line will remain single-tracked, rehabilitation works are underway to replace the worn track and many stations are also being upgraded. Most of
405-726: Is the main rail operator in Peninsular Malaysia. The railway system dates back to the British colonial era, when it was first built to transport tin. Previously known as the Federated Malay States Railways (FMSR) the Malayan Railway Administration (MRA), and the Malayan Railway, Keretapi Tanah Melayu acquired its current name in 1962. The organisation was corporatised in 1992, but remains wholly owned by
450-884: The Rasa station . The Kuala Lumpur Sentral station, however, is housed under the concrete base of the transport hub, and is stark and utilitarian in design. The original Komuter rolling stock consists of three versions of three-car EMUs added over the course of three years, beginning in 1994. The EMUs were the first in KTM's history. All Komuter EMUs operate in multiple-unit formation, running from overhead single-phase 25 kV AC 50 Hz catenary supply, with two driving cars and 1 trailer car in between. The EMUs were state-of-the-art, with remote-controlled pneumatic doors, Automatic Train Protection (ATP), train data recorder, wheel-slip control, GTO/IGBT traction electronics and regenerative braking. Up to
495-487: The 1980s for short-haul commuter services. They were deployed in the Klang Valley, on Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh, Ipoh to Butterworth, Gemas to Mentakab and Kulai to Singapore services. On certain routes such as Kulai to Singapore, the railbuses were faster than conventional trains, and in this instance saved travel time of 15 minutes. They lasted until the introduction of KTM Komuter in 1995, which took over commuter services in
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#1732854533683540-506: The 1995 stations are virtually standardised, down to the design of the passenger semicircle -crossed shelters, the use of similarly-styled foot crossings to link all platforms, and the diamonds-based brickwork of the platforms. Depending on the number of patrons through the years, each station has undergone upgrades or expansions that consist of either increasing the number of ticket counters or opening new facilities for use by passengers or railway staff. Taller, wider canopies were erected on
585-484: The 2000s, with the government postponing many electrification projects. However, from 2007 onwards there was a renewed effort to electrify the west coast line. The completion of such electrification projects from Padang Besar to Gemas to date has allowed the commencement of electrified intercity services in the form of ETS . As the projects were completed in stages, the KTM Komuter and ETS services were expanded over
630-527: The Klang Valley. KTM was corporatised in 1992, with all assets now under the ownership and management of the Railway Assets Corporation (RAC). The company runs as a private enterprise although owned and subsidized by the Malaysian government. There were attempts by private companies to take over the operations since then, but such proposals were rejected by the Malaysian government. The 1990s saw
675-726: The Malaysian government. In 1948, the FMSR was renamed the Malayan Railway. The railways had been devastated by the Japanese invasion of Malaya, and efforts were taken to rebuild the two main lines, but many branch lines were abandoned in the process. The MR began to modernize the equipment with the ordering of diesel locomotives and railcars to replace steam-hauled services, and the first diesel locomotive entered service in 1957. The railcars entered service in 1960, initially on short-haul services. Rapid services were introduced later, cutting travel times from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur down to six hours, which
720-560: The Tanjung Malim-Port Klang line (formerly, Port Klang Line) trains would head to Batu Caves. Following a successful trial, the routes were swapped. Trains from Seremban began heading towards Batu Caves, while trains from Port Klang headed towards Tanjung Malim. The train service from Seremban was extended permanently to Pulau Sebang/Tampin, hence the current name of the line. The service is subject to overcrowding during rush hours. Several steps were taken to alleviate this. Firstly,
765-465: The West Coast states of Peninsular Malaysia. The line runs through most of the major stations in Peninsular Malaysia, such as Gemas, KL Sentral, Ipoh, Butterworth and Padang Besar railway station. The East Coast Line branches off from the West Coast line at Gemas, running to Tumpat in Kelantan, serving two of Peninsular Malaysia's East Coast states, namely Pahang and Kelantan. Despite its name, it only meets
810-469: The closure of many branch lines, such as the Batu Arang branch in 1971 and the historic Taiping to Port Weld branch in 1972. The Port Dickson branch was converted to freight-only operation in 1972, although seasonal passenger service did continue for a short while. However, construction did continue for a new line to Subang Airport used to transport fuel, which opened in 1980. Railbuses were introduced in
855-402: The coast when it reaches Tumpat railway station. It runs through the interior, often through deep jungle, thus earning the nickname Jungle Railway . There are several branch lines running from the two main lines. Some are mixed traffic, catering to passenger and freight traffic while others only cater to freight trains. The total network spans 1,641 km (1,020 mi). The total length of
900-557: The completion of electrification works on that stretch. The route has been modified multiple times since. Today, there are two lines, namely the Padang Besar-Butterworth Line and the Ipoh-Butterworth Line. Butterworth , Bukit Tengah and Bukit Mertajam are interchange stations between the two lines. The KTM Komuter Southern Sector (Malay: KTM Komuter Sektor Selatan ) operated from Seremban to Gemas following
945-507: The completion of electrification works on that stretch. This was the second KTM Komuter service outside the Klang Valley after the northern counterpart. The Gemas and Batang Melaka stops were removed starting 20 June 2016 with the train running between Seremban and Pulau Sebang/Tampin. Subsequently, the shuttle service was terminated on 11 July 2016 when it was absorbed into the Batu Caves-Pulau Sebang Line. On 14 March 2024, It
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#1732854533683990-496: The completion of the Seremban-Gemas Electrified Double Tracking Project on 30 October 2013. This service is the second KTM Komuter service outside the Klang Valley after its northern counterpart. The Gemas and Batang Melaka stops were removed starting 20 June 2016 with the train running between Seremban and Pulau Sebang/Tampin. Subsequently, the shuttle service was terminated on 11 July 2016 when it
1035-669: The following models: The Class 8x suffered from more mechanical problems as they aged, especially the Class 81 and Class 82, which had poor reliability. The manufacturers of both classes had gone bankrupt since the trains were built, hence spare parts became unavailable. On paper, the number of serviceable units in 2010 stood at 53 out of the original 62, although there are reports of far fewer trains. Ultimately, four Class 81 sets were refurbished, albeit with new motors from Hyundai instead of Jenbacher. All Class 82s were taken out of service. In 2012, six-car Class 92s were introduced, replacing most of
1080-462: The introduction of the Northern and Southern sectors. The service uses air-conditioned electric multiple units in 3 and 6 car formations. KTM Komuter contributed RM146.2 million to group revenue in 2017, carrying a total of 37.235 million passengers. The total number of passengers travelling with KTM Komuter in 2017 shows a decrease of 10.2%. This can be attributed to reduced service frequency due to
1125-582: The length of the network, except branch-lines. Daily services convey passengers from: Locomotive-hauled coaches: DMUs: It is possible for customers to rent specialized coaches for event management, conferences and even weddings. It has also been involved in various types of collaborations, joint-promotions, and cross-promotions with all state-level tourism bodies, travel agencies and travel-related industry players in developing rail packages for group travellers. KTM ETS , which stands for Electric Train Service,
1170-529: The line that were built at around the same time were either demolished and replaced by modern brick-and-concrete counterparts, or simply abandoned. The only exception to the rule is the old Sentul station , which has remained in service years since KTM Komuter's launch, albeit with a replacement platform. The layouts and sizes of the new station buildings, as of the launch of the service in 1995, vary by location but are generally divided into two classes: Some stations also have parking facilities. The platforms of
1215-1241: The lines use concrete sleepers, which replaced wooden sleepers from 1982 for the Kerdau-Jerantut and Sungai Yu-Tumpat lines and became more widespread after upgrading works in recent years. When the East Coast Line rehabilitation work and West Coast line double tracking is complete, the network will exclusively use concrete sleepers. as of July 2021: 1 unit, No. 15101 is preserved at KTMB Sungai Petani Station. Vulcan Foundry Locomotive Works 1968 21201-21210 Associated Electrical Industries Metro-Cammell As of February 2024: 5 units preserved : National Museum (No.22121, re-numbered to 22102), First Galleria Taiping (No.22125), Tampin District Garden (No.22131), Johor Bahru Old Railway Station @ Museum 3 transferred for use by civil engineering contractors. As of February 2024: 4 units active, 11 units decommissioned with 1 unit preserved at Istana Sultan Johor 2002 25201-25205 As of February 2024: All 20 units active. Multiple Unit [REDACTED] Mitsubishi Electric 2019 ETS 211 - ETS 219 As
1260-567: The network was 1,700 km (1,100 mi), however due to the closure and subsequent removal of the section of tracks between Tanjong Pagar railway station and Woodlands Train Checkpoint, the network is now shorter. The West Coast line is double tracked and electrified between Padang Besar and Gemas, along with all branch lines used for passenger service along this stretch. As part of the upgrades, all level crossings have been removed and modern signalling installed. The stations along these line are
1305-642: The new stations north of Rawang was run as a shuttle service. The route was extended to Kuala Kubu Bharu in January 2008, and finally to Tanjung Malim on 1 June 2009. The Rawang-Tanjung Malim shuttle service was absorbed into the main Port Klang Line on 11 July 2016. Women-only coaches were introduced on 28 April 2010. The Port Klang Line was extended to Batu Caves on 29 July 2010. Four intermediate new stations, Batu Kentonmen , Kampung Batu and Taman Wahyu were opened with this extension. The Seremban Line
1350-778: The ongoing Klang Valley Double Tracking (KVDT) rehabilitation project. KTM Komuter's 287 km (179 mi) network in the Central Sector mainly covers the Klang Valley . It has 53 stations. It consists of two cross-city routes, namely the KTM Tanjung Malim-Port Klang Line and the KTM Batu Caves-Pulau Sebang Line . Transfers between the two main lines can be made at any of the four stations on the central core: KL Sentral , Kuala Lumpur , Bank Negara and Putra . Same-platform or cross-platform interchange
1395-675: The operator introduced a new queuing system, in which the lines are painted on the floor with three colour codes representing each of the train set. Trains were also run in 3+3 formations, although this has been discontinued with the introduction of six-car sets. An express service from Seremban to KL Sentral is available during rush hour. The KTM Komuter Northern Sector ( Malay : KTM Komuter Utara ) service initially operated between Gurun in Kedah , Butterworth in Penang and Kamunting in Perak . This followed
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1440-488: The platforms of most stations to replace narrower, original versions in 2006 and 2007. The pace of the upgrades varies by location. During the 2000s, new stations such as the Mid Valley station appeared in more modern designs, consisting primarily of high, curved canopies above the entire platforms. Certain new stations along dual-lane lines are also included with facilities typically reserved for medium-sized stations, such as
1485-464: The point of their introduction, no other KTM motive power used these modern train control systems. Designated by KTM as "Class 8x"s, the EMUs wear a yellow, blue and grey livery, a departure from the predominantly grey livery that KTM adopted on other locomotives and passenger coaches at the time. A handful of EMUs include full advertisements on the sides of their cars. The original Komuter fleet consisted of
1530-401: The service began two days later. The double-tracking project with 18 EMU trains and additional 62 trains purchased at RM 180 million. Each train carries about 240 passengers and would run at the speed of 100 kmh. The line was extended to Salak Selatan on 29 September 1995. Operations between Sentul and Shah Alam began on 28 August 1995, on what was the original Port Klang Line. This line
1575-473: The start of another modernization programme. Proposals were made to electrify the West Coast line , which started with the Klang Valley area. Electric trains made their debut on 3 August 1995 with KTM Komuter , with services from Port Klang to Sentul and Rawang to Seremban. Under this programme, existing stations were renovated or rebuilt and new stations were built. The programme was faced with delays throughout
1620-505: The surrounding Mid Valley Megamall . Kepong Sentral was added on 1 July 2006. The Seremban-KL Sentral express service was introduced on 9 December 2004 The service was discontinued later before being reintroduced again on 25 July 2018. These services run only during the rush hour. The route was expanded for the first time since 1995 when train services on the Seremban Line were extended to Rasa in 2007. Initially, KTM Komuter services to
1665-694: The title KTMB . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=KTMB&oldid=1011978522 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Broadcast call sign disambiguation pages Airport disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad ( KTMB ) ( Jawi : كريتاڤي تانه ملايو برحد ) or Malayan Railway Limited , colloquially referred to simply as KTM ,
1710-635: The years to take advantage of the upgraded lines. The East Coast line , which had not seen upgrades for many years, will see upgrades in the form of rehabilitated track, new DMUs and rebuilt stations by 2021. The 1000mm gauge network consists of two main lines and several branch lines. The West Coast Line runs from the Malaysia-Thailand Border, where it connects with the State Railway of Thailand, to Woodlands Train Checkpoint in Singapore, serving
1755-577: Was absorbed into the Seremban Line. From 15 December 2015, the routes of Seremban Line and Port Klang Line were switched as part of a six-month trial. Trains from Seremban began heading towards Batu Caves, while trains from Port Klang headed towards Rawang, and vice versa. Transfers could be done at the four shared stations. This change was made permanent, and the name of the lines we changed; from Seremban Line and Port Klang Line to Batu Caves-Pulau Sebang Line and Tanjung Malim-Port Klang Line respectively. The KL Sentral-Terminal Skypark Line to Subang Airport
1800-459: Was announced that the Southern Sector line will be re-introduced as a commuter service from Gemas to Paloh, and Paloh to JB Sentral, once the electrification and double tracking project is completed. The double-tracking project, which cost cost RM 1.5 billion, began in 1990. The project covers over a 150 km route stretching as far as Rawang, Port Klang and Seremban. However, the completion
1845-452: Was competitive at the time. MR and later KTM continued ordering more diesel locomotives through the decades, rendering the old steam locomotives redundant. The last steam locomotive was withdrawn from service in 1974. Malayan Railways also operated an air service from 1954 to 1958, known as Federation Air Service . The service was transferred to Malayan Airways in March 1958. The 1970s saw
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1890-459: Was delayed as of January 1995, causing the service to not launch on time. The first phase of the service originally planned to begin in July 1995. As part of KTM's efforts to get the public to "think commuter", KTM offered free rides of the service from 2 to 11 August 1995. The service started on 12 August 1995 from Kuala Lumpur to Rawang, on what was the original Seremban Line. The commercial run of
1935-538: Was extended from Seremban to Sungai Gadut on 14 May 2011 with an intermediate station at Senawang , and to Rembau in 2013. Northern Sector services were introduced on 11 September 2015 between Gurun in Kedah , Butterworth in Penang and Kamunting in Perak . This followed the completion of the Ipoh-Padang Besar Electrification and Double-Tracking Project in December 2014. On 1 January 2016,
1980-484: Was extended to Klang on 29 September 1995. The Seremban Line was extended to Kajang on 20 November 1995 and to Seremban itself on 18 December 1995. This would form the Komuter network for more than a decade. In the early 2000s, more stations were added along the existing route. KL Sentral was added on 16 April 2001 and served as the new transport hub of Kuala Lumpur. Mid Valley station was added on 23 August 2004, serving
2025-694: Was introduced on 1 May 2018. Beginning 10 September 2018, all service abolished the cash ticketing system, cashless ticketing method was then compulsory. The Komuter service was largely built from existing lines, with minor alterations (i.e. removal or abandonment of lines and replacement of wooden sleepers with concrete ones). Relevant station platforms were added and heightened to allow easier access to Komuter trains travelling in both directions. Major pre-independence stations including Kuala Lumpur station , Klang station , Port Klang station and Seremban station were retained and upgraded to support Komuter services. Smaller, wood-based stations and halts along
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