KOTA KINABALU: A total of 26 toilet sets at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) are being refurbished in two phases at a cost of RM11.8 million.
Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister and minister responsible for the City Hall (DBKK) Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said the upgrading was inspected during a visit on Thursday following public complaints over the condition and cleanliness of toilets at Sabah’s main international gateway.
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He said the visit was to assess actions taken and further steps needed to ensure airport facilities, including toilets, are maintained to the best possible standard, adding that other areas such as lighting, parking, seating and concessions also require continuous monitoring by Malaysia Airports and relevant agencies.
KKIA Senior Airport Manager Jefry Ramli said the refurbishment covers 26 toilet sets comprising male, female and persons with disabilities facilities, with 20 completed and the remaining six expected to be finished by April or May 2026.
He said the phased approach is necessary as only five or six toilets can be closed at any one time, with a one-year defect liability period for each upgraded facility, while cleaning services operate кругл the clock in three shifts to support daily passenger volumes averaging 22,000 to 24,000, rising to about 30,000 during peak periods.
