The expansion of Kuala Linggi Port into Kuala Linggi International Port (KLIP) will provide Malaysia with greater connectivity to global shipping lanes, and improve trade while creating jobs, said T.A.G Marine Sdn. Bhd. managing director Datuk Wira Noormustafa Kamal Yahya. The project is estimated to cost RM12.5bil and is scheduled to be completed in 10 years.