Rapid KL recorded nearly 1.5 million passengers (1.27 million via rail, 207,266 via bus) on New Year’s Eve, its highest ever in a single day and 30% more than its daily average in 2024.
“Rapid KL is very proud to have been able to meet the needs of users on that night and thus boost city residents’ confidence to choose public transport as their preferred mode of transport in 2025,” said Prasarana group president and CEO Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah, also giving a shout-out to the nearly 3,000 front-liners who supported the operation until 3am on January 1.
“The success of this large-scale operation proves that Rapid KL staff have high skills and competence as well as extensive experience in providing the best service to the people,” he said, adding that the Prasarana bus-and-rail brand worked closely with the police, event organisers and agencies to ensure smooth coordination.
“A million thanks to all public transport users in the Klang Valley who have supported Rapid KL services throughout 2024. This record will serve as a springboard for Rapid KL to continue striving to provide more excellent and efficient services to all public transport users,” said Azharuddin.
Rapid KL said in its statement that it will continue enhancing the public transport user experience, and among its new initiatives for 2025 are the procurement of new electric buses and Demand Responsive Transit vans, and the opening of the Shah Alam Line.
Were you one of those users that night, going to (and returning from) countdowns in KLCC, TRX, Lalaport, Bukit Bintang, Pasar Seni, and Sunway? Feel free to share your experiences below.
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