The Sarawak legislative assembly has discussed the autonomous rapid transit (ART) project in Kuching, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize public transportation in the city. The State Deputy Transport Minister highlighted that the ART system is unlikely to face issues similar to a hydrogen-powered tram line in Foshan, China, which was suspended due to low ridership and lack of connectivity. In contrast, the Kuching ART project aims to offer a reliable mass urban public transport system with dedicated lanes, aiming to reduce travel time for commuters and alleviate traffic congestion. The system will be powered by green hydrogen, a sustainable energy source that can be produced locally, in line with Sarawak's commitment to sustainable development and carbon emissions reduction. Furthermore, the project includes plans for 55 hydrogen-powered feeder buses to enhance first- and last-mile connectivity within a 3km radius of each ART station. The assembly was informed that 38 ART vehicles will be delivered from China gradually until 2027, with the initial two units expected for test runs in early 2023. Phase one of the Kuching Urban Transportation System project will introduce three lines totaling 69.9km, with the Blue and Red Lines set for completion by 2026 and the Green Line by 2027, marking a significant step towards enhancing sustainable urban mobility in Kuching.