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Barnama
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Barnama
248 PPP Certificates Issued For Express Buses In Sarawak
KUCHING, May 29 (Bernama) -- A total of 248 express buses operating at three main terminals in Sarawak have been issued Certificates of Completion and Compliance (PPP) by the Road Transport Department (JPJ). Sarawak JPJ Director Norizan Jili stated that this number is the result of a week-long Road Safety Advocacy and Enforcement program held in conjunction with the 2025 festive season, which concluded yesterday. She mentioned that PPP certificates are only issued to vehicles that pass safety inspections conducted by the Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP). "No compounds were issued following the physical inspections conducted on the vehicles," she told reporters after observing enforcement operations at Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal tonight. Besides Kuching, other main bus terminals in Sarawak are located in Sibu and Miri. Norizan emphasized that any bus without a PPP certificate is not allowed to operate and may face action, including vehicle detention and seizure. "If any deficiencies are found, such as imperfect tyres, the owner must replace them first before the vehicle is permitted to operate," she said adding that the special operation involved 105 JPJ Sarawak personnel as a measure to enhance passenger safety in conjunction with the Gawai Day and Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrations. Meanwhile, an estimated 2,000 passengers use bus services daily through the Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal to various destinations across Sarawak approaching the festive season. Earlier, Sarawak Federal Secretary Datuk Ahmad Nadzri Mohd Hassan also joined Norizan in observing the operation.
The Sun
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
248 PPP certificates issued for express buses in Sarawak
KUCHING: A total of 248 express buses operating at three main terminals in Sarawak have been issued Certificates of Completion and Compliance (PPP) by the Road Transport Department (JPJ). Sarawak JPJ Director Norizan Jili stated that this number is the result of a week-long Road Safety Advocacy and Enforcement program held in conjunction with the 2025 festive season, which concluded yesterday. She mentioned that PPP certificates are only issued to vehicles that pass safety inspections conducted by the Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP). 'No compounds were issued following the physical inspections conducted on the vehicles,' she told reporters after observing enforcement operations at Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal tonight. Besides Kuching, other main bus terminals in Sarawak are located in Sibu and Miri. Norizan emphasized that any bus without a PPP certificate is not allowed to operate and may face action, including vehicle detention and seizure. 'If any deficiencies are found, such as imperfect tyres, the owner must replace them first before the vehicle is permitted to operate,' she said adding that the special operation involved 105 JPJ Sarawak personnel as a measure to enhance passenger safety in conjunction with the Gawai Day and Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrations. Meanwhile, an estimated 2,000 passengers use bus services daily through the Kuching Sentral Bus Terminal to various destinations across Sarawak approaching the festive season. Earlier, Sarawak Federal Secretary Datuk Ahmad Nadzri Mohd Hassan also joined Norizan in observing the operation. The program was implemented in collaboration with JPJ Sarawak, LPKP Sarawak, and the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) Sarawak.
Borneo Post
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
S'wak expands Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme to Miri schools to tackle youth road safety crisis
Lee (seated, centre) highlights some points during the press conference. Joining him is JPJ Sarawak director Norizan Jili (seated, left). MIRI (May 17): The Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme (BLM) is being expanded to schools across Miri in an effort to reduce the high number of road accidents involving young motorcyclists. Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin announced the expansion during a recent press conference, stating that the initiative builds on the success of last year's Signature Programme held within the Senadin constituency. 'In 2024 alone, over 11,944 participants joined 14 BLM programmes held across various parliamentary constituencies in Sarawak. In Senadin specifically, 587 participants successfully obtained their licenses last year. This year, we are extending the programme to schools throughout Miri,' said the Senadin assemblyman. The BLM programme aims to make motorcycle licensing more affordable and to promote safer riding habits among students. According to Lee, many students already ride motorcycles to school but do so without a valid licence, which increases their risk of being involved in road accidents. 'This initiative provides them with a proper and legal pathway to become responsible road users,' he added. A total of 1,000 students across Miri are expected to benefit from the programme this year. Eligible participants will only need to pay a minimum of RM250 to obtain their B2 motorcycle licence. Lee stressed the urgency of the initiative in light of worrying statistics, noting that Sarawak has recorded more than 6,500 road accident cases so far this year. 'Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable, so it is crucial they are properly trained and licensed,' he emphasised. Application forms for the BLM programme will be distributed through schools from May 22 to June 3. Each application requires school verification and parental consent. In addition to the BLM programme, complementary initiatives such as the Transport Awareness, Behaviour, and Change (TABC) programme and traffic simulation games are also being introduced to raise road safety awareness among school children. Lee added that the programme not only reduces the financial burden on families but also fosters a culture of road safety and legal compliance among the younger generation. The implementation of the BLM programme is made possible through strategic collaboration between the Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ), the Sarawak Transport Ministry, Royal Malaysia Police, the Miri District Education Office, and local school principals. 'This programme reflects the Sarawak government's commitment to developing safer, more responsible road users from a young age,' Lee concluded. BLM Lee Kim Shin miri Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
S'wak: Over 3k secure class B2 motorcycle licences via MyLesen
SIBU: More than 3,000 people from Sarawak's B40 low-income group have obtained probationary motorcycle licences this year under a government assistance programme to improve mobility and safety. State Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Norizan Jili said the MyLesen initiative has helped 3,708 individuals secure Class B2 Probationary Driving Licences (PDL). Of these, 1,650 participants came from the Lanang parliamentary constituency alone. At the programme's closing ceremony at SMK Sacred Heart Hall today, he said the department planned to expand the initiative further, noting that 13,370 people benefited from it last year. Lanang Member of Parliament and Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Alice Lau Kiong Yieng officiated the event. Norizan noted that MyLesen is part of the Transport Ministry's corporate social responsibility (CSR) drive, designed to help low-income individuals access affordable licensing while promoting road safety and legal awareness. He added that the programme also supports the national goal of halving road accident fatalities by equipping participants with basic traffic discipline and compliance skills to improve their day-to-day lives. He also urged participants to drive responsibly, follow traffic laws and assist JPJ by reporting vehicles with non-compliant number plates through the MyJPJ app.
