Its minister Loke Siew Fook said the current electricity charges for public transport operators are the same as those for businesses, which makes it financially challenging for the sector.

“One of the key issues we are addressing at the ministry is advocating for a special electricity rate for public transport.

“We are looking into a special tariff for operators, both public and private, to encourage the growth of the public transport system,” Loke said in a forum at CGS International 17th Annual Malaysia Corporate Day 2025 here today.

He emphasised that the current charges are costly, and the proposed special tariff could significantly alleviate the operators’ financial strain.

He further said that operators such as Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd and Prasarana Malaysia Bhd spent 30% to 35% of their operating expenses on electricity, while Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd’s electricity costs amounted to 35%.