Malaysia’s Transport Ministry will invest MYR30 million to upgrade the Butterworth KTM station as part of the Fifth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan. The project, which will begin construction soon after contractor appointment next month, aims to strengthen Penang Sentral as the main multimodal hub in Seberang Perai by integrating KTM Intercity, ETS, commuter rail, Penang ferry services, and the upcoming Mutiara Line LRT.
The upgraded station will support balanced regional development and enhance connectivity between Penang Island and Seberang Perai. The integration of three major modes at Penang Sentral is expected to position the area as a key focal point for mobility and economic activity.
Additionally, it was announced that Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), together with the Penang government, will expand the air cargo terminal at Penang International Airport in Bayan Lepas. The expansion will double cargo aircraft parking capacity from three bays to six and will be complemented by a new logistics zone in Batu Maung for international operators. He reaffirmed federal commitment to the 29.5 km Mutiara Line LRT project—estimated at MYR16 billion—which will include 21 stations and extend service into Seberang Perai, acting as a catalyst for industrial and transport development across the state.