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Hype Malaysia
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hype Malaysia
'We're Resolving The Problem': Maxim Malaysia On APAD Order To Cease Operations
Over the weekend, news outlets reported that e-hailing companies Maxim Malaysia and inDrive Malaysia were issued notices to cease operations by 24th July 2025. After much speculation, Maxim finally speaks out on the issue. On 14th May 2025 (Wednesday), the company released a statement saying it's in discussion with transport authorities about the order to cease operations. Maxim said it'll continue to operate throughout the nation while talks are ongoing. The company said, 'We are currently discussing with the relevant authorities how to promptly resolve this while maintaining the goodwill and reputation we have built over the years.' This statement comes after reports that the land public transport agency (APAD) had issued letters to Maxim and inDrive for allegedly illegal operations. This stems from reported pressure from the Malaysian P-Hailing Riders Association, which claims the companies offered services without complying with existing regulations. Some allegations include drivers not possessing valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licenses and e-hailing insurance. The two companies are currently appealing APAD's decision, with Transport Minister Anthony Loke having the final say on the two companies' fate. However, Maxim reiterates that drivers under the platform had undergone rigorous inspections by its 'specialised officers' to ensure they complied with guidelines and laws. It also said it would work closely with the government and offer full support until this issue is settled. inDrive has also assured its full compliance with the government on this matter and will continue to engage with authorities to seek further clarification. However, both companies are still in operation until 24th July. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) also denied blocking the two platforms' apps in Malaysia, saying it would only block upon request from the Transport Ministry. The cease order sparked conversations online, with netizens having mixed reactions to the situation. While some were in support, others lamented that blocking the apps would allow Grab Malaysia to monopolise the e-hailing industry. What are your thoughts on this? Sources: Free Malaysia Today, New Straits Times, MalayMail
The Star
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Pasir Gudang-Kempas Baru passenger train to serve key Johor stretch
Ready, set...: Loke officiating the reopening of the Pasir Gudang-Kempas Baru train track. JOHOR BARU: Passenger train services will soon run along the Pasir Gudang-Kempas Baru route, previously reserved solely for cargo trains, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. He said the new service is expected to be operational within the next six to 12 months. 'Previously, this track only served freight needs, but we have discussed with Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) about introducing passenger services as well. 'This is a high-population area with the potential to attract many passengers. As a start, we plan to use KTMB's existing rolling stock to provide the service,' Loke said after the reopening of the line at the Pasir Gudang KTMB station here yesterday. In the meantime, Loke said the Transport Ministry is identifying suitable spots along the 40km stretch to build passenger stops. 'There are currently no stations on this line, so we're planning to set up simple but functional boarding points. These will not be fancy stations but they must be safe and practical for passengers,' he explained. The reopening of the line comes after a six-month closure for upgrades. Originally slated to take two years, the RM55mil project was fast-tracked by halting operations temporarily. 'This allowed us to complete the upgrades earlier, which has tripled the line's cargo capacity and eased congestion in the area,' said Loke. On a separate matter, Loke said the Land Public Transport Agency has issued revocation letters to e-hailing firms InDrive and Maxim. 'Effective July 24, InDrive and Maxim must cease operations in this country. The two companies can file appeals, but the final decision rests with me,' he said in response to questions about calls for the government to take action against the two companies for allegedly operating illegally. The action follows pressure from the Malaysian P-Hailing Association, which accused the platforms of flouting regulations, including allowing drivers without valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences to operate. 'This is not only unfair to drivers who do hold valid PSV licences, but also compromises passenger safety,' the association said in a statement. It also claimed that some drivers on the platforms lack e-hailing insurance and have not undergone vehicle inspections as required by the platform's terms and conditions.
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
InDrive assures compliance following operation cease order
KUALA LUMPUR: US-based e-hailing platform InDrive has pledged to fully comply with all regulatory requirements set by the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad). This comes after Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that Apad had issued official letters instructing InDrive and another platform, Maxim, "InDrive remains operational in Malaysia during the three-month appeal period, in line with the existing regulatory framework. We are actively engaging with the relevant authorities to seek further clarification and are committed to aligning with all requirements set forth by Apad," said InDrive business development lead, Govin Kumaar, today. The directive to cease operations followed calls for enforcement action by the Malaysian P-Hailing Delivery Association, which alleged that both services were operating without adhering to the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715). The alleged violations include the use of drivers without valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences, the absence of e-hailing insurance coverage, and the failure to conduct mandatory vehicle inspections. Apad said that both companies had breached key terms of their Individual Operator Licences (IBL), particularly the requirement for all vehicles to be registered under a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP). These breaches constitute offences under Section 12D(1)(a) of the Land Public Transport Act, which grants Apad the authority to revoke the licences of non-compliant operators.
BusinessToday
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- BusinessToday
Malaysian Govt Issues Cease Order To Russian e-Hailing App, Maxim And InDrive
The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has issued letters to cease operations to two Russian e-hailing apps, InDrive and Maxim, for allegedly operating illegally, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. 'Effective July 24, InDrive and Maxim must cease operations in this country he added, 'The two ride-hailing companies can appeal, but the final decision rests with me,' he told the press after officiating the track reopening for cargo service operations for the Kempas Baru-Pasir Gudang route today. On Monday (May 5), the Malaysian P-Hailing Riders Association urged the government to carry out strict enforcement action against the two e-hailing platforms, including blocking access to them, for offering services without complying with regulations under the existing act. It claimed both platforms failed to ensure their drivers possessed valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences, as required under Malaysian law. In addition, the association also alleged that some drivers using both apps did not have e-hailing insurance and did not undergo vehicle inspections as stated under the stipulated terms and agreement. APAD said the two e-hailing companies were found to have violated licensing conditions under the Land Public Transport Act 2010, including the requirement that all vehicles under their platforms must operate with a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), which is one of the main conditions under their Intermediation Business Licence (IBL). Such violations constitute an offence under Section 12D(1)(a) of the Act, which empowers the agency to revoke the licences of operators found violating the terms of their licence. Related
The Sun
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
inDrive, Maxim ordered to cease operations effective July 24
JOHOR BAHRU: The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has issued letters to cease operations to two Russian e-hailing applications, namely InDrive and Maxim, for allegedly operating illegally, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke. 'Effective July 24, InDrive and Maxim must cease operations in this country. 'The two ride-hailing companies can appeal but the final decision rests with me,' he told reporters after officiating the reopening of the track for cargo service operations for the Kempas Baru-Pasir Gudang route, near here today. On Monday (May 5), the Malaysian P-Hailing Riders Association was reported to have urged the government to carry out strict enforcement action against the two e-hailing platforms, including blocking access to them, for offering services without complying with regulations under the existing act. The association claimed that both platforms failed to ensure their drivers possessed valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences, as required under Malaysian law. In addition, the association also alleged that some drivers using both applications did not have e-hailing insurance and did not undergo vehicle inspections as stated under the stipulated terms and agreement. According to APAD, the two e-hailing companies were found to have violated licensing conditions under the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715), including the requirement that all vehicles under their platforms must operate with a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), which is one of the main conditions under their Intermediation Business Licence (IBL). Such violations constitute an offence under Section 12D(1)(a) of the Act, which empowers the agency to revoke the licences of operators found violating the terms of their licence.
