The Works Ministry (KKR) is preparing to request the highest development allocation among federal ministries in Budget 2027 to support more development and maintenance projects across Malaysia [1, 2, 3]. KKR is collecting input from its agencies, including the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB), and the Public Works Department (JKR), to build its budget proposal [1, 2, 3].
Last week, KKR instructed divisions and agencies to submit their input ahead of a scheduled meeting with Finance Minister II on August 28, 2026, where budget discussions will take place [1, 2, 3]. Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan said, "I hope KKR’s development allocation can be increased from last year. We received about RM10 billion in the previous budget, of which RM9 billion was for development" [1].
Malaysia currently operates 34 highways managed by 28 concessionaires, covering more than 2,000 kilometers, with over 1,000 kilometers owned by PLUS Malaysia Berhad [1, 2, 3]. LLM, under KKR, is advancing smart highway initiatives using digital technology, artificial intelligence, CCTV monitoring, smart lanes, and the local navigation app TuJu [1, 2, 3].
TuJu, Malaysia’s third navigation app after Waze and Google Maps, provides highway-specific information such as live CCTV feeds, toll rates, rest areas, emergency assistance, and traffic updates linked to the LLM Traffic Control Centre [1, 2, 3]. "The LLM Traffic Control Centre monitors hundreds of CCTV cameras across all 34 highways, including both bridges in Penang. TuJu is also linked to the KKR and MYJalan applications, allowing users to submit reports and complaints on road conditions," said Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan [1].
The ministry is also piloting Multi Lane Free Flow (MLFF) toll collection, which would allow vehicles to pass toll plazas without stopping. The proof-of-concept phase is underway, and the system will be implemented via business-to-business deals without government funding [1, 2, 3]. "The 28 concessionaires operating the 34 highways can choose to implement the MLFF through business-to-business arrangements without government funding," Dr Ahmad Maslan added [1].
