AFA Infrastructure and Development Sdn Bhd, an infrastructure contractor specialising in highway operations, maintenance and toll systems, has targeted an annual revenue growth of 2% to 3%, with consideration to sustainability to strengthen the nation’s infrastructure, create jobs and protect environment, according to a press statement circulated by the company on Thursday.
AFA aims to deliver safe and sustainable infrastructure solutions through its three newly-aligned affiliated companies, namely, AFA PRIME Berhad, AFA Construction and Engineering Sdn Bhd, and AFA System and Services Sdn Bhd.
AFA PRIME Berhad (formerly known as ANIH Bhd) is the highway concessionaire of Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway and East Coast Expressway (LPT1).
AFA Construction and Engineering Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Alloy Maintenance Engineering Sdn Bhd) specialises in maintenance and engineering services for highways and related infrastructure.
AFA System and Services Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Alloy Toll Management Sdn Bhd) focuses on toll management and collection.
This consolidation allows AFA to deliver end-to-end infrastructure solutions, aligning closely with Malaysia’s national development goals.
KL-Karak Widening Project
AFA’s upcoming KL-Karak Widening Project exemplifies its commitment to enhancing connectivity and safety. With a budget of RM2.1 billion, the project addresses congestion and safety challenges on one of Malaysia’s busiest highways. Scheduled to begin in January 2025, this 48-month project is anticipated to significantly improve travel efficiency, reduce accident risks, and stimulate economic activity along the East Coast corridor. Key upgrades include expanding from dual three-lanes to dual four-lanes with a new two-lane tunnel from Gombak Toll Plaza to Genting Sempah, upgrading from dual two-lanes to dual three-lanes from Genting Sempah to Bentong Toll Plaza, and incorporating advanced safety measures such as slope stabilisation, upgraded traffic management systems, and wider shoulders to support better incident management.
LPT1 Flood Mitigation Project
Recognising the challenges posed by flooding along the LPT1 Expressway, AFA is launching the Flood Mitigation Project to improve highway resilience during adverse weather. With a budget of RM200 million, this project is expected to complete in December 2028. Enhancement steps include drainage system upgrades to manage larger water volumes effectively, culvert extension and strengthening to improve water flow and structural integrity, road elevation in flood-prone areas to prevent waterlogging and maintain access, slope and embankment stabilisation to prevent soil erosion and landslides, as well as strategic vegetation management to improve water absorption and minimise runoff.
Sustainability Initiatives
Sustainability remains central to AFA’s operations, with initiatives aligned with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and net-zero emissions as early as 2050. The company is exploring solar panel installations at rest areas to harness renewable energy, deploying electric vehicle (EV) charging stations along expressways, and integrating eco-friendly construction materials to reduce environmental impact. AFA is actively tracking its carbon footprint, reinforcing its dedication to transparency and environmental stewardship.
AFA Group Chairman Tan Sri Azmil Khalili Khalid said, “The establishment of AFA (via consolidation) marks an important step in our collaboration with the government to enhance Malaysia’s infrastructure and economic resilience. Our unified mission is to create a transportation network that not only strengthens the nation’s connectivity but also uplifts local community and drives sustainable development.”
“By combining innovation in engineering with practical solutions, we aim to set new benchmarks for infrastructure development that benefits Malaysians for generations to come,” added the Chairman.
Published by Jenny Gim, Business Today (28 Nov 2024).