By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Aug 25: The Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang Bridge has earned three Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) recognitions, cementing its status as one of Sarawak’s distinctive engineering landmarks.
The Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak said the bridge was recognised as the First Three-Legged Cable Bridge in Malaysia, Longest Three-Legged Cable Bridge in Malaysia and Tallest Three-Legged Cable Bridge in Malaysia.
According to a statement, the official certificates were presented during the JKR Sarawak Appreciation Ceremony yesterday (Aug 24), witnessed by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas.
JKR Sarawak said the triple recognition reflected Sarawak’s continued commitment to delivering innovative, functional and high-quality infrastructure for the people.
The bridge was officially opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg on Aug 5, 2025.
During the opening ceremony, Abang Johari agreed to name the structure Datuk Amar Juma’ani Bridge in honour of the late Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang and her contributions to the community, particularly in the Satok area.
Featuring a distinctive three-legged pylon, the bridge is characterised by its unique cable arrangement and architectural form, transforming it from a transport facility into a prominent modern landmark contributing to Kuching’s urban identity and skyline.
The bridge also enhances connectivity within the city by providing an alternative route between the surrounding areas of Jalan Datuk Ajibah Abol and Jalan Haji Mataim, supporting smoother, safer and more convenient movement for road users.
Beyond its transportation function, the bridge has emerged as a new attraction in Kuching, with pedestrian facilities, landscaping and decorative night lighting adding to the visual appeal of the surrounding urban environment.
JKR Sarawak said the latest MBOR recognition demonstrated how infrastructure development could bring together engineering excellence, innovation, functionality, aesthetics and community value.
The three records add another milestone to the bridge’s growing significance as an iconic feature of Kuching’s cityscape and a symbol of Sarawak’s infrastructure ambitions. — DayakDaily
