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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
KTMB powers ahead: Rail giant ink deals with Capital A, Mastercard
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) is ramping up its digital transformation with decisive moves set to redefine Malaysia's rail sector and position the national operator as a mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) leader in Asean. The rail giant has signed two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Capital A Bhd and Mastercard – strategic partnerships designed to accelerate digital integration, enable secure, cashless payments, and unlock greater value for passengers. Under its tie-up with Capital A, KTMB will integrate rail and air travel under a single digital ecosystem via its fly rail platform. The initiative will first connect KTMB's rail services with Senai Airport in Johor before expanding to domestic and cross-border routes, creating a smoother door-to-door travel experience. The collaboration will also link KTMB's rail rewards loyalty programme with AirAsia Rewards. This paves the way for passengers to earn and redeem points seamlessly across rail and air travel – a strategic step towards smarter, more rewarding journeys. KTMB's pact with Mastercard will fortify its payment infrastructure, enhancing the security, speed and convenience of digital transactions across its 1,655 km railway network, which covers 84 stations and 68 stops throughout Peninsular Malaysia. The national operator's services include ETS, KTM Intercity, KTM Komuter and KTM Kargo freight services. Taking its digital drive a step further, KTMB has launched KITS Style, Malaysia's first digital lifestyle app by a rail operator, a milestone that sets a new regional benchmark for MaaS innovation. Passengers can now plan journeys, book rail, flights, hotels, attractions and car rentals, and manage insurance, utility bills, money transfers, mobile top-ups and exclusive lifestyle offers – all from a single app. A key game-changer is the launch of the KITS Style Prepaid Mastercard, Asean's first open-loop prepaid transit card introduced by a rail operator. This open-loop transit card is a first for Malaysia and Asean, made possible through strong collaboration between KTMB, MPay, and Mastercard, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. "This partnership between KTMB and Capital A unites two transportation giants, promising a significantly enhanced experience for all users. Together, we are shaping a more digital, connected, and sustainable future for public transport," he said in a statement. Beena Pothen, Mastercard's country manager for Malaysia and Brunei, added that the partnership aims to make the daily commute "simpler, faster and more secure", raising the bar for digital payment standards in Malaysia's transport sector. KTMB's aggressive push into digitalisation is set to strengthen its value proposition for its 4.6 million existing app users and attract new customers seeking convenience, flexibility and integrated lifestyle solutions on one seamless platform.
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
KTMB leads digital transformation in public transport with launch of KITS Style SuperApp
Loke (second right) launching the KITS Style SuperApp on July 13. With him are (from left) KTMB group CEO Datuk Mohd Rani Hisham Samsudin, Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah and ministry secretary-general Datuk Jana Santhira Muniayan. – BERNAMApic KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has rebranded its Integrated Ticketing System (KITS) as the KITS Style SuperApp to establish a more efficient, safe, sustainable and competitive transport system. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the rebranding was more than just a ticketing platform, as the application also served as a Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) application integrating daily mobility and lifestyle features within a digital ecosystem. "KITS Style offers a variety of services, such as purchasing ETS, KTM Komuter and Shuttle Tebrau tickets, booking flights and hotels, paying utility bills, renewing vehicle insurance, transferring money, shopping online and planning trips via the KITS AI Journey Planner,' he said in his speech at the launch of the KITS Style application here on Sunday (July 13) night. KITS is an online ticketing system introduced on Aug 17, 2020. Loke said the application was developed through a strategic collaboration between KTMB and ManagePay Systems Berhad (MPay). "This application was developed through a smart partnership, without KTMB incurring any costs or requiring government allocations. "This is a good example of a government agency leveraging strategic collaboration with the private sector to implement complex digital projects that bring huge benefits to the people,' he said. Loke also said KTMB, in collaboration with Mastercard and ManagePay Systems Berhad (MPay), was preparing to launch the KITS Style Mastercard Prepaid Card, the first open-loop transit prepaid card in Malaysia and Asean issued by a rail operator. "The virtual version of this card is already available via the KITS Style application, while the physical card will be introduced in September. "With this, the public will not only be able to access public transport within the country but also across Asean more conveniently and securely,' he said. – Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
KTMB launches KITS Style SuperApp for seamless digital transport
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has unveiled the KITS Style SuperApp, transforming its Integrated Ticketing System into a comprehensive Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platform. The upgrade aims to streamline public transport while integrating daily lifestyle needs within a fully digital ecosystem. Transport Minister Anthony Loke highlighted the app's multifunctionality, stating, 'KITS Style offers a variety of services, such as purchasing ETS, KTM Komuter and Shuttle Tebrau tickets, booking flights and hotels, paying utility bills, renewing vehicle insurance, transferring money, shopping online and planning trips via the KITS AI Journey Planner.' The system, initially launched in August 2020, now evolves beyond ticketing to become a one-stop digital solution. Developed through a cost-neutral partnership with ManagePay Systems Berhad (MPay), the app exemplifies public-private collaboration. Loke noted, 'This is a good example of a government agency leveraging strategic collaboration with the private sector to implement complex digital projects that bring huge benefits to the people.' KTMB is also set to introduce the KITS Style Mastercard Prepaid Card in September, the first open-loop transit card in Malaysia and ASEAN issued by a rail operator. The virtual card is already accessible via the app, enabling secure cross-border travel and payments. - Bernama
Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
KTMB Leads Digital Transformation In Public Transport With KITS Style SuperApp
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has rebranded its Integrated Ticketing System (KITS) as the KITS Style SuperApp in an effort to establish a more efficient, safe, sustainable and competitive transport system that helps improve the people's quality of life. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the rebranding was more than just a ticketing platform, as the KITS Style SuperApp also served as a Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) application that integrated daily mobility and lifestyle within a modern, interactive and fully digital ecosystem. 'KITS Style offers a variety of services, such as purchasing ETS, KTM Komuter and Shuttle Tebrau tickets, booking flights and hotels, paying utility bills, renewing vehicle insurance, transferring money, shopping online and planning trips via the KITS AI Journey Planner,' he said in his speech at the launch of the KITS Style application here tonight. KITS is an online ticketing system introduced on Aug 17, 2020. Loke said the KITS Style application was developed through a strategic collaboration between KTMB and ManagePay Systems Berhad (MPay) as a dynamic digital platform. 'This application was developed through a smart partnership, without KTMB incurring any costs or requiring government allocations. 'This is a good example of a government agency leveraging strategic collaboration with the private sector to implement complex digital projects that bring huge benefits to the people,' he said. Loke also said KTMB, in collaboration with Mastercard and ManagePay Systems Berhad (MPay), was preparing to launch the KITS Style Mastercard Prepaid Card, the first open-loop transit prepaid card in Malaysia and ASEAN issued by a rail operator. 'The virtual version of this card is already available via the KITS Style application, while the physical card will be introduced in September. With this, the public will not only be able to access public transport within the country but also across ASEAN more conveniently and securely,' he said.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Transport operators urged to embrace digitalisation, open payment system
KUALA LUMPUR: All public transport operators must move towards digitalising their services and adopting open payment systems to improve convenience and efficiency for users, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. He said the government has been advocating the implementation of open payment systems across all modes of public transport to ensure better integration and access for passengers. "I want all operators to digitalise, and I have always advocated an open payment system for our public transportation network," he said during the launch of Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd's (KTMB) KITS Style today. KITS Style builds on KTMB's original Integrated Ticketing System (KITS) launched in 2019 and has evolved into an all-in-one Mobility-as-a-Service platform. It empowers users with seamless access to AI-powered journey planning; bookings for flights, hotels, attractions and car rentals; a rail rewards loyalty programme; insurance and utility payments; money transfers; mobile top-ups; and lifestyle offers. Commending KTMB's efforts, Loke said the rail operator had taken the lead in digitalising its payment systems. "KTMB has moved ahead of Prasarana (Malaysia Bhd) in implementing digital payment systems. "I'm not trying to compare, but this is healthy competition among our public transport operators." Loke said the KITS Style platform marked a significant step in KTMB's transformation journey. "With this, KTMB must continue to strive to provide reliable, safe and real-time services to both Malaysians and foreigners alike," he said. The KITS Style app is poised to deliver significant enhancements for KTMB's existing 4.6 million app users while simultaneously drawing in new customers. At the event, KTMB also signed memoranda of understanding with Capital A and Mastercard to enhance digital integration and strengthen secure, cashless payments.
