NPE 2 to adopt free-flow toll to ease Klang Valley congestion

KUALA LUMPUR: The New Pantai Expressway Extension Project (NPE 2) will implement the multi-lane free flow (MLFF) toll system upon completion in 2029 to reduce traffic congestion, especially during peak hours, its concessionnaire said.

IJM Corp Bhd said the project involves a main route of 6.4km, or 15km in total, including a ramp from the Pantai Dalam toll plaza to Jalan Istana here.

IJM toll division CEO Chua Lay Hoon said physical construction of the RM1.7 billion project began last month and was about 6% complete, with design and modelling works under way.

“If the MLFF has not been implemented after this project is completed, the transition to another toll system can be done with changes to the toll collection equipment without requiring major modifications,” Chua said at a media briefing today.

She said the expressway extension would strengthen the integrated highway network in the Klang Valley through better connectivity between the NPE, the Sungai Besi Expressway and the proposed Istana-Kiara Expressway in line with the aspirations of the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Master Plan 2040.

On traffic management during construction, Chua said a comprehensive traffic management plan would be implemented throughout the period to ensure smooth traffic flow and the safety of road users.

Measures include real-time traffic monitoring, coordination with authorities, scheduled diversions and road closures during off-peak hours, as well as a dedicated traffic management team.

“The safety of road users, construction workers and nearby communities remains a priority throughout the construction period while minimising disruption to highway users,” she said.