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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
First offence: Loke says Maxim, InDrive given chance to fix compliance issues
ALOR SETAR, July 28 — The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has issued a stern warning to e-hailing operators, Aist Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Maxim) and ID Applications Sdn Bhd (InDrive), to comply with all service requirements to operate in the country, including the mandatory E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), or risk having their licences suspended or revoked. Minister Anthony Loke said both companies are currently under a three-month monitoring period, during which they are expected to demonstrate full compliance. 'Any operator facing enforcement action has the right to appeal to the MOT, and both companies have done so. 'We've outlined the corrective actions they must take, and we've observed that they've begun making improvements. As this is their first offence, we are giving them the opportunity to rectify the issues. 'However, if they continue to violate the conditions, their licences may be suspended or cancelled,' he told reporters after launching the Kota Setar service in Kota Setar today. Loke acknowledged that the offences committed by the two companies, primarily operating without EVP compliance, were serious. However, he said the ministry also took into account the potential impact on drivers and passengers who rely on both platforms. 'If we were to shut them down immediately without giving a chance for improvement, we'd be facing backlash from affected users. As with any decision, there will always be differing opinions,' he added. On April 24, the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) issued a Notice of Licence Revocation to both Maxim and InDrive, with effect from July 24, after an audit revealed major compliance failures, particularly related to EVP requirements. Following this, both companies submitted appeals to the MOT, which accepted and granted them a three-month probationary period starting July 24 to fully adhere to service conditions, failing which would result in regulatory action, with no further leniency. — Bernama
Malay Mail
21-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Transport Ministry to tighten bus safety rules for broader enforcement after fatal UPSI crash, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — The Transport Ministry will roll out stronger bus safety enforcement measures following a deadly crash last month that killed 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said today. He said Transport Minister Anthony Loke had presented preliminary findings of the incident during the Cabinet meeting last Friday, and that enforcement actions would follow soon. 'Last Friday, the Cabinet discussed the findings of the preliminary report presented by the Transport Minister. Among the matters to be followed up by the Ministry of Transport are enforcement actions, not only against those directly responsible, but also a broader review of safety aspects concerning bus drivers,' he said. 'God willing, the transport minister will soon implement more coordinated, structured, and comprehensive enforcement measures to ensure that, should any issues arise involving bus drivers, early action can be taken,' he told a press conference at Parliament today. Last Saturday, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) said it was detailing additional action to be taken against the express bus operator involved in the incident. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said based on initial findings, the issue needed to be tackled comprehensively, involving not only JPJ and the police but also other relevant agencies. He said this would ensure a more effective road safety system across the country. The preliminary report revealed that the bus had been travelling at twice the permitted speed limit, which was one of the causes of the crash.
