16 March 2026
Women in Rail Malaysia joined students and educators at the Nexus International School Learner Leadership and Sustainability Conference on 10 March 2026 at Nexus International School, Putrajaya, where more than 100 students gathered for an afternoon of discussion on sustainability, technology and the future of transportation.
The conference, supported by the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC), YTL Construction and Women in Rail Malaysia, brought together students from Nexus International School, Epsom College Malaysia, Kolej Tunku Jaafar and Sri KDU, alongside members of the BMCC community. The event aimed to encourage students to explore opportunities in STEM, public transportation and technology, while fostering leadership and curiosity about how infrastructure shapes the future of cities.
The panel session featured Nina Jamil, Senior Communications Manager at YTL Construction and Executive Director of Women in Rail Malaysia, Diana Wong, Deputy Innovation Manager at YTL Construction, and Mutiara Zainal Farid, Member of Women in Rail Malaysia.
Drawing from their professional experiences, the panelists shared insights from the Gemas–Johor Bahru Electrified Double Track Project, one of Malaysia’s largest railway infrastructure developments. The discussion also highlighted the creation of Laman Rel Mahkota in Kluang, a community park developed under the project that transforms a former railway corridor into a vibrant virtual green space while preserving elements of railway heritage.
Both initiatives were delivered by SIPP-YTL, a subsidiary of YTL Construction appointed to undertake the Gemas–Johor Bahru Electrified Double Track Project.
The conversation explored the role of public transportation in shaping sustainable cities, as well as the many different career pathways involved in delivering large infrastructure projects. Students learned that projects of this scale involve a wide range of expertise, from engineering and innovation to communications, environmental planning and project management.
Students also had the opportunity to interact directly with the panelists, asking thoughtful questions about sustainability, leadership, infrastructure and future careers.
Reflecting on the broader role of rail in society, Mutiara Zainal Farid shared:
“Railways are not just about trains. They are about connecting people, supporting communities and building a more sustainable future.”
The session reflects Women in Rail Malaysia’s continued commitment to encouraging young people, particularly young women, to explore opportunities in the rail, transportation and infrastructure sectors, and to inspire the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of mobility and sustainable development.
