Thirteen out of 33 highway concessionaires in Malaysia have not yet agreed to the implementation of the multi-lane free-flow (MLFF) gateless toll collection system, Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan told the Dewan Rakyat today.
Negotiations with all concession companies are ongoing, with a deadline set for December 16, 2024. The MLFF system, which eliminates physical toll booths in favour of automated electronic toll collection, is already in use in countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand.
Ahmad highlighted the complexities involved, stating that the MLFF system represents a “concession over a concession” arrangement.
“We have 33 highway concessionaires, but not all of them are on board yet. As of now, 20 companies are engaged in negotiations, while 13 are still holding out. If we fail to secure unanimous agreement by December 16, we will propose alternative solutions,” Ahmad said in response to a question from Muhammad Fawwaz Mohamad Jan (PN-Permatang Pauh).
