The rail project is being constructed by China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). It spans over 600 kilometers and is expected to begin operations in early 2027. It connects the east and west coasts of Peninsular Malaysia, creating a corridor for people, goods, and trade, said Dato'Sri Darwis Abdul Razak, CEO of Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL), the Malaysian government company managing the project.

"It is a national transformation project for Malaysia and a flagship of the Belt and Road Initiative for China," he said.

CRRC Dalian has seen robust growth in its international operations in recent years, with its products exported to more than 33 countries and regions, including Laos, Thailand, and Kazakhstan.

According to Bo Ke, general manager of the company's international business department, international revenue has nearly tripled since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), with profitability significantly improving and the total cumulative contract value increasing by 3.5 times.