The Batang Lupar Bridge (Jambatan Batang Lupar) officially opened on 21 May 2026, replacing the long-serving ferry service connecting Sebuyau and Sri Aman across the Batang Lupar river.

Location: Sebuyau, Sarawak (Kuching Division)
Length: 4.8km — Sarawak's longest river crossing
Travel time saved: Ferry took ~30 minutes, bridge takes just 5 minutes.

This bridge is part of Sarawak's massive infrastructure transformation under the 12th Malaysia Plan. Out of 21 major bridges planned, 10 have already opened, with 8 more expected in the coming months.

The opening comes just in time for Hari Raya Haji and Gawai Dayak festivities — making balik kampung much easier for thousands of Sarawakians.

Sources:

• https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/22/batang-lupar-bridge-officially-opens/
• https://dayakdaily.com/batang-lupar-bridge-sarawak-longest-river-crossing/

What do you think — will this bridge boost economic activity in the area? Share your thoughts below!