IOB Technology was responsible for BIM consultancy and design support for the final stretch of Malaysia’s West Coast Keretapi Tanah Melayu double rail track project. The project involved a double-track railway system, overhead electrification works, and power substations.
The team faced challenges in data management, design coordination, engineering accuracy, and model compatibility with third-party formats. With a complex project layout and a short delivery timeline, IOB required an interoperable digital workflow to meet project deliverables and ensure accurate submissions before construction.
IOB Technology used Bentley’s interoperable applications to support BIM-based railway electrification and substation design. OpenUtilities Substation and OpenBuildings Designer were used to design and model the substations, while OpenRail and MicroStation supported the overhead catenary system.
The connected workflow enabled automation, 3D visualization, simulation, and coordinated model review. By using compatible Bentley applications across multiple design disciplines, the project team improved coordination, reduced compatibility issues, and delivered accurate BIM submissions for verification works.
Using Bentley’s BIM and design applications helped IOB Technology save 24 weeks in engineering time. Clash detection performed on the coordinated 3D model also helped reduce construction costs by 5%.
The BIM model provided a reliable digital foundation for construction verification and will continue to add value for future facility management and operations.
