JOHOR BARU: The Pasir Gudang Highway expansion and upgrading project, spanning 23 locations, is in its final phase and set to meet the mid-October completion deadline.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, who visited the site today, assured motorists that the progress is in line with the completion target.
"I have been closely monitoring the upgrading works, to ensure it is completed by mid-October.
"I understand the inconveniences caused by the road closures and significant traffic disruptions. Motorists plying the stretch to get to work and home, are experiencing significant traffic disruptions due to construction works," he said.
The Public Works Department has taken short-term measures to alleviate concerns regarding severe traffic congestion.
Temporary road diversions have been established, and alternative routes have been recommended.
He advised motorists and the affected road users to consider the alternative routes until mid-October.
Temporary road diversions have been established to help minimise traffic disruptions.
An alternative recommended for motorists plying the Johor Baru-Pasir Gudang route is to exit via Jalan Pandan (FT03) towards the Jalan Rinting junction, before exiting via Jalan Masai Lama (J10).
For those travelling from Senai to Ulu Tiram: exit via Bandar Dato Onn, before making way towards Adda Height -Taman Daya-Mount Austin, and then exit at the Aeon Tebrau junction.
Motorists travelling between Skudai and Ulu Tiram are advised to exit at the Angsana Mall junction, proceed towards Jalan Tampoi and exit at Kampung Ubi Baru.
"I understand the motorists' frustration due to the unavoidable congestion, but please bear with this until mid-October.
"We are doing our best to address the traffic issues… please be patient, practice caution and plan your travel routes in advance," he said, adding that the short-term disruptions are necessary to enjoy the long-term benefits of upgrading the Pasir Gudang Highway under the Johor Maju agenda.