Juru-Sungai Dua Traffic Diversion Project Hits 34.63% Progress

The Juru–Sungai Dua Traffic Diversion Project (PTJSD) Package 1 is progressing according to schedule, having reached 34.63% physical completion by the end of July. PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) reported that work on major sites is proceeding smoothly, with utility relocation at 75% and geotechnical work for a new bridge on Jalan Tun Hussein Onn at 68% completion.

The Eastern-West Interchange is also seeing progress at 48%, preparing for the next construction phase. To maintain momentum, PLUS, in collaboration with the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) and project consultants and contractors, is optimizing construction by working simultaneously at multiple locations, extending working hours, and utilizing high-capacity machinery.

With Package 1 advancing, PTJSD is moving to its next stages, as tender processes for Packages 2 and 5 have commenced. This signifies PLUS's commitment to realizing the project's long-term goal of alleviating congestion in the Juru–Sungai Dua corridor.

PLUS will continue close cooperation with the Ministry of Works (KKR), LLM, the Penang State Government, local authorities, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure each project phase is executed safely, efficiently, and on time. Once completed, the PTJSD, a high-impact project spanning 17.3 kilometers across three districts in Seberang Perai, is projected to benefit over 200,000 daily highway users. It aims to separate highway and local traffic, cutting travel time from approximately one hour to 20 minutes and bolstering Penang's economic development.