PARIS, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- With the relevant knowledge and techology gained in France, electrical engineering student Ahmad Shukri Amin Ahmed Ismail is set to improve Malaysia's public transportation.Two years ago, the 26-year-old, from Penang, conducted a study on public transportation operated by RapidPenang in the island.
His conclusion: There was still room for improvement for Malaysia's public transportation.
"It (the transportation) is okay, but not to perfection," said the student of the University of Nice Sophia Antipolis when describing the current public transport service in Penang.
Ahmad Shukri, whose specialisation is automotive robotics, believed that he and his Malaysian peers in France could make a difference to Malaysia's transportation system, given a chance.
"We have the technology and knowledge that Malaysia can use and benefit but we not sure they (the authorities) want it.
"We are hoping that they are willing to accept our new ideas," he said when met during Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's arrival for a four-day working visit to France on Sunday.
Ahmad Shukri will be joining other Malaysian students here to meet Najib later.
Comparing the transportation system in Penang's Georgetown to France's Nice, he said, what was visibly lacking back home were the bus schedules, mapping system and unnamed bus stops.
As such, he was prepared to submit a proposal to the relevant parties to improve the public transportation system.
Ahmad Shukri said Malaysian students in France were generally concerned with the country's economy and job prospects back home but were confident in Najib's administration to steer the economy on the right track.
tunku: our public transportation still in bad condition especially in smaller cities.i wonder what happened to the RM 4 billion allocated for public transportation during pak lah's time after he increased the fuel's prices.we want to know what was spent? we hope najib will take public transportation seriously.they should not only concentrates in big cities but cover all the cities and big towns in malaysia.i am sure najib is open and willing to listen to any suggestions.
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One more thing actually we do not need to look far in solving our public transportation problems...just adapt what Seoul in South Korea is doing.
They be able to solve the public transportation problem by improving and utilizing GPRS technology and be able to track movement of millions of user daily.
They are using card like Touch n Go and be able to digitize and computerize everything and be able to monitor this card user movement from begining until the end of their journey, how long it takes, which route they are taking, everyting being track using intergration of land and the satelite technology on ACTUAL TIME.
Surprise to note that the road user and travelling public be able to obtain latest traffic situation and best route to take LIVE just in second using mobile technology.
In early stage of the system implementation the authorities received huge protest from the public transportation operators. Today they are harvesting on the result.
We could do the same for Kuala Lumpur and other cities in Malaysia. We have to truly involve in Transportation and Incidents Management System.
Thank you for the comments.
We at Rapid Penang fully agree that there is still much room for improvement. However, Rapid Penang believes in the adage 'Continuous Improvement' and is continuously taking steps to evolve public transportion to world-class standards. After barely 2 years of service, today Rapid Penang offers, amongst others; the following benefits to our valued commuters:
(1) Wheelchair-friendly buses to cater to the less able
(2) WiFi-equipped buses at no additional costs for commuters
(3) GPRS-equipped buses to tell you when your next bus will arrive. Real-time bus arrival information is now just a phone call away with the rapid ICIS Hotline at (+6)04-238 1313 (operational from 5.30 a.m. – 12 midnight daily, inclusive of public holidays)
(4) 200 SCANIA K 270 UB 4x2 buses, delivered in batches and each powered by a 270hp Euro-3 Emission Compliant Diesel Engine, (equipped with ABS, traction control, integrated retarder & disc brakes all around) are in addition to our existing 150 China made buses, which are comparative performance wise; thus bringing our expanded fleet to 350 buses come end 2009
(5) An interactive and comprehensive website at www.rapidpg.com.my as well as Facebook and Twitter pages for borderless reach
(6) 38 bus routes covering almost all of Pulau Pinang and Seberang Prai with over 8 service corridors and still growing
(7) rapid Tourist at RM20 only for 7 days unlimited rides and additional benefits specially for International Tourists
(8) rapid Youth at RM30 only for 1 month of unlimited rides for all students including those in tertiary education
(9) rapid Preferred at RM70 only for 1 month of unlimited rides for all loyal commuters
(10) rapid Concession with 50% discount on bus fares all day, everyday for senior citizens and the physically-challenged
(11) Commuter Appreciation campaigns through exciting events, contests and promotions to reward loyal commuters
(12) Public Transportation Forums organised by Rapid Penang to continually seek feedback for improvement
(13) ISO Accredited since June 2009 to strive for continual improvement and serve the public better progressively
(14) Established rapid Academy to invest in Quality Human Capital so as to serve the public with utmost professionalism
(15) Environmental Campaigns to remind all including ourselves to Vote Green and Go Greener for a Greener Penang
Rapid Penang is committed to being the Preferred Public Transportation Service in Penang.
It takes sheer determination from EVERYONE to work a successful Public Transportation System, and we welcome constructive input for a better Bus Public Transportation service for all. We thank you for your continuous support, and warmly welcome all feedback received at rapidcare@rapidpg.com.my
Thank you.
The Management
Rapid Penang Sdn Bhd
"The Preferred Public Transportation."
www.rapidpg.com.my
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