By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, July 25: Sarawak Metro is currently reviewing and strengthening its operational protocols to improve coordination between contractors, enhance on-site supervision, and prevent the recurrence of utility damage as construction of the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Project enters its peak phase.
In a statement today, the company reiterates its full commitment to minimising disruptions to utility services, particularly as major construction works are underway along the project alignment.
However, Sarawak Metro acknowledges that several unforeseen incidents have occurred at construction sites, affecting utility services for communities in the affected areas.
It noted that the most recent cases, as highlighted by the Kuching Water Board (KWB), involved accidental damage to underground water pipelines due to ongoing construction activities related to the KUTS Project.
These incidents disrupted water supply in parts of Jalan Datuk Mohammad Musa in Kota Samarahan and Jalan Wan Alwi in Kuching.
Sarawak Metro extends its sincere apologies to the affected communities for the inconvenience caused by these water supply disruptions.
Following the incidents, Sarawak Metro worked closely with the contractors and KWB to carry out immediate repair works and restore water supply as quickly as possible. The company also acknowledges the concerns raised by KWB and is taking concrete steps to prevent similar occurrences in future construction phases.
In addition to reviewing internal protocols, Sarawak Metro continues to engage with utility providers and their contractors to ensure close coordination, particularly before excavation works near known underground infrastructure.
The company appreciates the cooperation and support from government agencies and utility providers, whose collaboration is vital to the smooth implementation of the KUTS Project. Sarawak Metro is also grateful for the public’s continued understanding as it strives to deliver a sustainable, green public transport system for Greater Kuching. — DayakDaily
