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Sinar Daily
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- Sinar Daily
inDrive secures approval to continue operations in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR - Global ride-hailing platform inDrive officially received clearance from Malaysia's Ministry of Transport (MoT) and the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) to continue operations in the country. The announcement was made during a press conference, where the company expressed its gratitude and reinforced its commitment to the local market. inDrive Malaysia Country Lead, Govin Kumaar, said that the company is grateful to MoT and Apad for granting them the green light to continue their operations in Malaysia. 'This milestone reflects our steadfast commitment to full regulatory compliance, not just as a requirement, but as a long-term operational principle. More importantly, it allows us to continue supporting the thousands of local drivers who rely on inDrive to earn a sustainable income. 'With one of the lowest commission rates in the industry, where 85 per cent - 90 per cent of income goes directly to our drivers, helping them better support their families and improve their livelihoods,' he said. Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has received official clearance from Malaysia's Transport Ministry and Apad to continue operating. Photo: Facebook To ensure full compliance with Malaysian laws, inDrive reiterated that all drivers must possess a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence and e-hailing insurance, in addition to passing document verification. The company has also implemented enhanced internal checks and continues working closely with Apad to further strengthen its compliance system. In addition to standard regulatory requirements, inDrive announced new standard operating procedures to improve driver onboarding and re-verification. These updates aim to ensure that all drivers on the platform meet current safety and regulatory benchmarks. The platform has also rolled out enhanced internal audit processes to keep driver documentation up to date, safeguard platform integrity and ensure consistent service delivery. To support driver growth and quality assurance, inDrive offers inDrive Academy, an e-learning module that provides ongoing training, resources and service improvement tools. Operating in over 47 countries, inDrive's model allows drivers and riders to mutually agree on fares, which the company said promotes fair pricing and affordable options for riders. Its lower platform fee model has enabled thousands of Malaysian drivers to maintain better income stability, especially during economic uncertainties. With the recent green light from the authorities, inDrive is now focused on expanding its footprint and reaffirming its broader global mission of impacting 1 billion people worldwide. Looking ahead, the company also teased an upcoming initiative for persons with disabilities (OKU) to improve accessibility. This initiative will introduce enhanced features and engagement programmes to make the ride-hailing experience more inclusive and user-friendly for differently-abled Malaysians. inDrive APAC Director, Mark Tolley, highlighted the company's inclusive vision. 'We are committed to rebuilding with purpose and strengthening our presence in Malaysia's mobility landscape. Healthy competition in the e-hailing space drives innovation, raises service standards and ensures more choice for Malaysians in how they move, work and earn. 'As we move forward, our priority is to expand access, empower drivers and improve mobility for all. Malaysia has long been a strategic market for us and continues to lead in innovation and inclusivity across Asean. 'We are here for the long term and ready to work alongside regulators, drivers and communities to shape a mobility ecosystem that truly works for everyone,' he said.
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar: Maritime Transport Affairs records 5,042 transactions during Q2 of 2025
Qatar - The Maritime Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Transport (MoT) recorded 5,042 transactions during the second quarter of 2025, according to an X post by the ministry. These covered maritime vessels' main services, including issuance and accreditation of certificates of competency for safe manning, naval architect and marine officer. Also, services were provided for maritime vessels' ownership transfer, renewal and registration. Data monitoring and renewal services were extended for foreign vessels engaged in operations in Qatar waters. The MoT is providing various services to small and large vessels in order to develop the maritime transport sector. They are also designed to facilitate operations and procedures, and to keep pace with technological advancements through the automation of all ship services. The various services are provided through integration with MoT's national documentation and archiving system to ensure business procedures are facilitated and completed through the mobile app or portal. © Gulf Times Newspaper 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
11-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar: Land transport sector transactions increase 4.8% to 2,992 in Q2
DOHA: The land transport sector has become a key enabler of Qatar's economy, as the country continues its efforts to develop a state-of-the-art transport network in line with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. Qatar witnessed over 2,900 transactions through its Land Transport Sector in the second quarter (Q2) of this year, which shows the robust growth in the sector. In a post on its social media handle, the Ministry of Transport (MoT) revealed that 2,992 transactions were conducted through its land transport sector in the second quarter (April-June) of 2025. This shows a quarterly increase of 4.79 percent compared to the first quarter of this year, which witnessed 2,835 land transport transactions. Meanwhile, the transactions also saw a slight rise of 0.71 percent on a year-on-year basis compared to the second quarter of last year. Out of the total 2,992 transactions, 907 dealt with land transport planning, 822 with public transport affairs, 805 were related to road affairs, and 458 were land transport licensing transactions. The main services of the land transport sector include railway safety, bus stop relocations, bus service, road defects detection, safety on roads, directional signs, building permit requests, traffic impact studies, and approval of land transport network planning cases. The services also include issuing preliminary approvals for limousine business activities, land transport activities, and car rental business activities. The Transportation Master Plan for Qatar-2050 works as a roadmap for investing in land transportation infrastructure. It identifies the frameworks and future orientations for developing the transportation networks nationwide in a way that ensures their integration with land uses, urban development, population growth and meeting the future demand for transportation. Sustainability is the cornerstone of this plan, given the great impact this concept has on economic and environmental development, by striking a balance between the requirements of economic growth and environmental protection. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Qatar Tribune
22-06-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
MoT hosts regional training course on management of hazardous materials in seaports
DOHA: The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has hosted a regional training course on the management of hazardous materials in seaports. The event was attended by several maritime specialists from relevant entities in Qatar, in addition to representatives from Kuwaiti maritime entities. The course covered multiple topics related to the IMDG Code, the safety data sheet (SDS), and types, descriptions, and levels of hazard of HazMat. It also covered topics of HazMat loading and unloading, the labelling and marking of the packages, and other measures that help enhance safety and security at seaports and further protect the environment. The MoT continues upskilling and updating the knowledge of all those who work in the maritime industry at all relevant entities to further enhance their contribution to the sustainable development of the maritime transportation industry.
Qatar Tribune
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar rapidly advancing transition to e-mobility among MENA countries: PwC report
DOHA: Qatar is rapidly advancing its transition to electric mobility, aligning with its Qatar National Vision 2030 and the 3rd National Development Strategy (NDS3), which emphasizes on sustainability, economic diversification and a technology-driven growth and the plans tailored and carried out in this front have played a pivotal role in steering the country towards a sustainable mobility future, including the Electric Vehicle Strategy 2021 that has set ambitious targets, including EVs comprising 10% of total vehicle sales by 2030 and the rapid deployment of EV infrastructure to support a zero-emission transportation future. This comes in a new report released lately by PwC. The report says that EVs are gaining traction in Qatar and the sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Qatar are projected to climb from 1.1% in 2024 to around 14.4% in 2035 and sales of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) from 0.7% in 2024 to 9.6% in 2035. The report highlights the Ministry of Transport's key role in spearheading the transition to sustainable mobility with various strategies to support that goal towards a cleaner, more efficient, and environmentally conscious future. The report indicates that thanks to those strategies 73% of public buses in Qatar are already electric, reflecting tangible transformation to green mobility. Additionally, the MoT has had a key role in the establishment of an e-bus assembly plant in the Um Al Houl Free Zone in collaboration between Mowasalat (Karwa) and Yutong, the report says. The 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar, the report says, served as a landmark event in demonstrating Qatar's e-mobility capabilities, with over 1000 e-buses providing transportation for fans and visitors, making it the first-ever FIFA World Cup to be held in the Middle East with such a significant focus on electric transportation. By shifting to e-mobility and cleaner power generation, Qatar can curb the rise in CO2 emissions by nearly 5% compared to an entirely internal combustion engine fleet, reinforcing the country's commitment to sustainable, low-carbon transportation. Qatar's commitment to sustainability, paired with attractive green financing options, further strengthens the case for growth in this space and with a projected annual economic growth rate of 4.1% between 2025 and 2029 and a population set to reach 3.2 million by 2030, Qatar is primed for sustainable market expansion. The report highlights serious efforts to install more than 1000 charging stations by 2030 supported by plans for 4000 stations by 2035. The report says Qatar has set ambitious renewable energy targets with solar capacity expected to grow to 5 gigawatts by 2035 and this means Qatar has the potential to fully meet EV charging demand through clean energy. The report says Qatar is investing heavily in developing its e-mobility ecosystem and, in this regard, prototypes of Vim, the first EV to include Qatari intellectual property, were revealed by Ecotranzit in 2023. Additionally, ABB E-mobility, a global leader in EV charging solutions, has partnered with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) to open a state-of-the-art service and training center in the Um Al Houl Free Zone, focusing on both theoretical and hands-on training for EV charging infrastructure, the report says. Qatar is a key investment partner internationally with significant investments by the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) in major EV battery manufacturing companies such as SK On, positioning Qatar among the key players in the EV battery manufacturing landscape worldwide. Besides Yutong, adds the report, Qatarâ€s attractive market has already drawn interest from EV manufacturers such as Volkswagen, Porsche and Gaussin. The report lays the groundwork for a future where Qatar is well-positioned internationally in terms of e-mobility with continued efforts to develop localized EV battery ecosystem, qualify national professionals and enhance international cooperation in R&D, paving the way for Qatar to become an exporter of technologies and components of sustainable transportation to Europe and Asia.
