Skudai, Medini to get bike zones

By the Editorial Team · Wednesday, September 16, 2026

The Iskandar Puteri City Council is implementing dedicated motorcycle zones at about 40 traffic intersections in Skudai and Medini to enhance rider safety by allowing motorcyclists to stop ahead of other vehicles during red lights. This second phase, costing RM1.2 million, targets high-traffic areas with frequent vehicle-motorcycle conflicts and follows a successful initial rollout in other parts of the city.

The Iskandar Puteri City Council (MBIP) in Johor is set to establish dedicated motorcycle zones at traffic intersections in the Skudai and Medini areas as part of an ongoing safety initiative. The project, currently in its second phase, involves the installation of painted rectangular zones at the front of traffic lanes, allowing motorcyclists to stop ahead of other vehicles during a red light.

Datuk Hasrin Kamal Hashim, the mayor of Iskandar Puteri, stated that a contractor has been appointed for this phase, which carries a contract value of RM1.2 million. The plan targets approximately 40 traffic light intersections in Skudai and Medini, with work to be carried out in stages based on the contractor’s schedule, weather conditions, and traffic coordination.

The motorcycle zones are designed to improve road safety by clearly separating motorcycles from larger vehicles at intersections. Motorists are required to stop behind the painted boxes, leaving space for motorcyclists to position themselves ahead. This arrangement aims to reduce collisions, enhance the visibility of riders, and facilitate smoother passage when traffic lights turn green.

Skudai and Medini were selected for Phase 2 due to their high traffic volumes and the frequency of conflicts between motorcycles and other vehicles, according to Hasrin Kamal. He noted that under MBIP’s jurisdiction, there are currently 146 intersections with traffic lights.

The first phase of the project, completed in 2025, had a budget of RM900,000 and focused on areas including Taman Bukit Indah, Taman Perling, Taman Nusa Idaman, and Taman Nusa Bestari. The city council was among the first local authorities in Johor to implement motorcycle zones at intersections, gradually expanding their use based on available space, traffic flow, and safety considerations.

Hasrin Kamal emphasized that motorcycle zones are not suitable for every intersection. Their installation depends on several factors such as road width, number of lanes, traffic volume, vehicle mix, and movement patterns. The city council conducts technical assessments to determine which locations are appropriate for the zones, ensuring that the measures address specific safety needs effectively.

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