SAMARAHAN, May 21 2026: Malaysia’s longest bridge spanning over a river, the Batang Lupar Bridge 1, was officially opened to motorists today.
Deputy Premier and Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Douglas Uggah performed a soft opening ceremony, thus opened the way for motorists to pass through.
The bridge involves the construction of a 4.844-kilometre two-lane single carriageway bridge built to JKR R5 Standard, featuring an impressive 598.8-metre cable-stayed main span and a navigational clearance of 250 metres in width and 26 metres in height.
The RM849 million bridge connects Sebuyau and Triso, providing a safer, faster and uninterrupted transportation link for surrounding communities along the coastal corridor.
In his brief speech, Uggah highlighted that the bridge symbolises the state’s continuous commitment towards strengthening connectivity, stimulating socio-economic growth.
He said the completion of the bridge is expected to significantly reduce travel time, improve logistics and transportation efficiency, and open up greater opportunities for economic, agricultural and tourism development between Sebuyau, Triso and the surrounding areas.
The soft opening Ceremony reflects the government of Sarawak’s continued commitment in delivering transformative infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity, drive regional development and improve the quality of life for the people.
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