By Media Selangor Team
SHAH ALAM, June 12 — The Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) will undertake repair works on deteriorating roads in the Sungai Kapar Indah (SKI) Hi-Tech Industrial Area, following complaints that frequent movement of cement mixers serving a nearby concrete batching plant had damaged the road surface.
The Star quoted MBDK Engineering Department director Mohd Zaidi Zainal as confirming that the affected roads contained several potholes and would be repaired within two weeks.
"The department has notified the annual road maintenance contractor to undertake the necessary repair works," he said, as reported by the English daily.
According to the report, factory owners and workers in the industrial zone have raised concerns over worsening conditions along Persiaran Sungai Kapar Indah and Jalan SKI 4/KU7, attributing the damage to the regular movement of cement mixers travelling to and from the nearby plant.
Businessman Mok Soon Chet said the deteriorating roads had become a persistent problem affecting transportation efficiency.
"Vehicles are often forced to reduce speed to navigate damaged sections of road, resulting in longer travel times and decreased efficiency," he said.
Mok said safety was another major concern, as poor road conditions increased the risk of accidents involving heavy vehicles carrying large loads, particularly during heavy rain when potholes became obscured by water.
"Motorcyclists and employees commuting to work are especially vulnerable to accidents caused by damaged road surfaces," he said.
He added that the costs associated with damage to properties and assets had placed an additional burden on companies already grappling with rising production expenses.
Mok warned that continued neglect of the infrastructure could discourage future investment and undermine the area's reputation as an industrial hub, noting that efficient road networks are vital for logistics and reducing business costs.
Meanwhile, factory manager Muhammad Amin said cement mixers travelling daily to construction sites had caused significant wear and tear, leaving behind large and deep potholes.
Factory supervisor Faizul Merican said the financial impact of poor road conditions extended beyond transportation costs to vehicle maintenance.
"Our trucks are exposed to damaged roads that accelerate wear and tear, leading to higher maintenance and repair expenses," he said, adding that business owners had reported frequent damage to tyres and suspension systems.
Eya Azmi, who works in the industrial area, lodged a complaint with MBDK on April 16 and conducted two follow-ups, urging the council to prioritise infrastructure upgrades in the area.
