The final stitching of the bridge's main structure was completed on July 2, marking a key step before its public opening in August 2026.

What you need to know

• Length: 870 metres, built to JKR R5 standards
• Design: Cable-stayed bridge with two towers rising 145.5m above the river
• Navigational channel: 200m wide with 23m clearance
• Access roads: 2.08km of connecting roads with drainage & safety features

The impact

The bridge will slash travel distance between Sri Aman and Betong from 73km to just 37km — cutting travel time by nearly half compared to the existing Pan Borneo Highway route.

It's part of the Sarawak Second Trunk Road (SSLR) initiative, expected to boost trade, agriculture, and tourism along the Sri Aman-Betong corridor.

Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas officiated the final stitching ceremony, calling it a testament to the Sarawak government's commitment to strategic infrastructure.

Location: Sri Aman-Betong corridor (Sarawak Second Trunk Road)
️ Project: Batang Lupar 2 Bridge
Expected opening: August 2026

Source: DayakDaily

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