PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry is introducing incentives of up to RM15 for hauliers entering Port Klang during off-peak hours.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said hauliers entering Port Klang during off-peak hours will receive an incentive of RM15.00 for dual movements and RM7.50 for single movements.
"The cost of this incentive will be funded through a terminal access charge (TAC) of RM10, which will be imposed on hauliers entering the port during peak hours (8am-8pm).
"The imposition of TAC and the provision of incentives will be exempted on Sundays and public holidays.
"The goal is to spread out truck movements and reduce traffic during busy hours. This will not only ease congestion but also make our roads safer for everyone," said Loke at a press conference after chairing the National Logistics Task Force meeting on Thursday (May 29).
The scheme will begin as a pilot in August 2025 and is expected to fully roll out next year.
Importers and exporters who shift at least 50% of their haulage activity to off-peak hours by July 1 2025 will also qualify for additional free storage time at the port. At present, a four-day free storage period is standard before charges apply.
However, Loke said companies that do not maintain a 50:50 ratio between peak and off-peak operations could lose this storage incentive.
Currently, about 70% of haulage activity at Port Klang takes place during peak hours, contributing to road congestion and delays. The port saw a 9% increase in container volume in 2024, putting further pressure on surrounding roads.
Loke also announced tougher enforcement against overloaded trucks. A pilot project was conducted at Port Klang in December 2024 to check if vehicles exceed the weight limit.
Following the trial, enforcement will be expanded nationwide starting July 1 2025. All federal ports in Peninsular Malaysia will use port infrastructure to monitor and prevent overloading.
"These incentives and enforcement measures are part of the government's long-term plan to improve road safety and ensure smoother logistics nationwide," he said.
