Transport Ministry working to enhance Port Klang’s role as regional transshipment hub
KLANG: The Transport Ministry is striving to further strengthen Port Klang’s role as a leading goods transshipment hub in the Asean region. Its minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said that among the government’s efforts to strengthen the port’s role was the meeting held with MSC, Maersk, CMA-CGM, and Hapag-Lloyd during the recent one-week working visit […]
Driving course, theory test simplification good move to save money, time
KUALA LUMPUR: Members of the public said the government’s decision to exempt them from attending courses and theory tests when applying for different classes of driving licence is a great move which can save time and money. Sekolah Memandu Ushawira manager Roslee Manap agreed with the Transport Ministry’s (MoT) move, saying it is unnecessary for […]
Transport Ministry to build first lorry terminal in Miri
BINTULU: The heavy vehicle industry will have its own terminals throughout the state with the first one to be built in Miri soon. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said his ministry has obtained allocations for the project in Miri, the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) reported. “Such terminals will also be built in […]
Govt lauds AirAsia for lowering fares during festivals
SEPANG: The Transport Ministry has urged airlines to follow AirAsia’s lead in lowering airfares, particularly during the holiday season. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said despite operational difficulties, AirAsia supports the government’s commitment to reduce transportational rates, especially during festive occasions. “While they are unable to further increase flight frequencies due to the shortage of aircraft, […]
Ministry never issued directive for senior citizens to return driving licence
KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry (MOT) has never issued any directive for senior citizens aged 70 and above to return their driving licence, said its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. He said driving competency should not be measured based on age and there were many factors that contributed to road accidents. “Competency is […]
Public transport operators in Sabah, Sarawak need to adhere to states’ SOPS
KUALA LUMPUR: All public transport operators and service providers in Sabah and Sarawak are reminded to adhere to the specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to their respective states that govern their operations. The Transport Ministry, in a statement today, said due to specific circumstances unique to Sabah and Sarawak, the respective states’ disaster management […]
Govt agencies should discuss ways to address loud exhaust issue
TUMPAT: The Transport Ministry (MOT) is urging all relevant government agencies to sit down together to find the best way to deal with motorcycle exhaust modification offence. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said he realised that some people have been pointing fingers at the ministry on the sale of modified exhausts in the […]
Transport Ministry to take over Road Safety Council
KUCHING: The Transport Ministry will be taking over the Road Safety Council from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Ports Development next year. Its minister Datuk Lee Kim Shin explained that his ministry will take over the council this coming January. “Once we take over the council, we will continue to implement existing programmes as well […]
Transport Ministry plans to offer discounts for traffic summonses
PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry plans to offer discounts for traffic offenders to clear their outstanding summonses in conjunction with the national month of independence, said its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong He said the ministry was in the midst of discussing with the Road Transport Department (RTD) on ways to help those with […]
Govt looking into issue of expensive air tickets
PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry is discussing with airlines to try and resolve the issue of expensive tickets for domestic air travel, especially to Sabah and Sarawak, said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Ismail Sabri said he would be informed of the outcome of the meetings soon. “We understand that air fares […]
