The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) has commenced trial operations in the final phase of its preparation for commercial passenger services, which is slated to begin on December 12. Malaysia Rail Link (MRL) said the trial operations, which began on November 7 and runs until December 2, will cover journeys on both express and transit services from Gombak to Kota Bharu and vice versa.
In a statement, MRL said the trial runs will assess operational readiness, service efficiency, station management and the passenger experience in a real operating environment. It added that the ECRL electrified multiple unit trains will operate according to the planned commercial passenger timetable during the trial programme, and will include the issuance of boarding passes and the provision of cabin crew services.
