Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani said hoarding installation at Carousel E began on Wednesday to enable the replacement of its baggage reclaim belt, while similar works at Carousel F are scheduled to start on Aug. 31, Named reported.

The upgrade of both baggage reclaim carousels is expected to be completed by January 2027, after which the modernization program will continue in phases across the remaining baggage reclaim areas.

Mohd Izani said the phased implementation allows the airport to remain fully operational while critical airport infrastructure is being upgraded, with airport authorities working closely with airlines and ground-handling partners to minimize disruption, Business Today reported.

“While passengers may experience some temporary congestion in the baggage reclaim hall, baggage delivery operations will continue as normal,” he said.

Four temporary baggage collection areas will be activated when necessary to help manage baggage volumes and ease congestion around the reclaim carousels.

Clear signage will direct passengers to the designated collection points, while baggage operations, ground-handling and customer service teams will be on hand to assist travelers throughout the transition.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the largest airport in Southeast Asia by land area, spanning approximately 100 square kilometers in Sepang. It is a key hub for both domestic and international air travel.

Malaysia welcomed 17.5 million foreign tourists in the first five months this year, maintaining its position as the most visited country in Southeast Asia, Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man said as reported by MalayMail newspaper.