Malaysia

KLIA Aerotrain corruption probe possible pending complaints

Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) reported yet another service disruption on the aerotrain at KLIA Terminal 1, citing issues with its power system

Updated 7 months ago · Published on 29 Oct 2025 2:36PM

KLIA Aerotrain corruption probe possible pending complaints
Azam Baki says decision to launch an investigation would depend on whether there were clear offences under MACC’s jurisdiction - October 29, 2025

THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has said it will investigate the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Aerotrain project, which has faced repeated service disruptions, if complaints of corruption or abuse of power are lodged.

MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that no investigation papers have yet been opened on the multimillion-ringgit project.

"As of now, we have not received any complaints or information regarding the matter," he told reporters after the 21st ASEAN Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) Principals Meeting.

He said the decision to launch an investigation would depend on whether there were clear offences under MACC’s jurisdiction.

"Whether there is wrongdoing or not depends on the nature of the offence. Not every problem should be placed on MACC's shoulders, as some may fall under governance or management lapses. If the issues fall within our jurisdiction, we will investigate. If not, we have no power to do so," he added.

Yesterday, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) reported another service disruption on the aerotrain at KLIA Terminal 1, citing issues with its power system, which is the responsibility of contractors IJM-PESTEC Joint Venture (IPJV) and Alstom.

Meanwhile, the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has been instructed to open an investigation paper against MAHB following a series of disruptions, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said.

"At the early stage of aerotrain operations, the ministry acknowledged that MAHB needed time to adapt as the service was in its adjustment phase. However, as the aerotrain has now been operating for several months, the ministry, through APAD, will take firm action against MAHB for every service disruption that occurs," he said. - October 29, 2025

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