Malaysia's transport minister has rejected accusations that express bus companies face mandatory relocation to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, explaining that operators must instead use any properly licensed facility meeting safety standards. Loke Siew Fook told journalists that his ministry welcomes alternative departure points, including shopping centers like 1 Utama, provided they obtain appropriate permits and maintain adequate passenger amenities.
The government plans to streamline terminal licensing requirements to expand operator options beyond traditional bus stations. Loke identified several potential sites, including Lalaport Bukit Bintang with its dedicated bus infrastructure and IOI City Mall in Putrajaya, as examples of commercial venues capable of serving as authorized boarding locations for companies like Aeroline.
The government plans to streamline terminal licensing requirements to expand operator options beyond traditional bus stations. Loke identified several potential sites, including Lalaport Bukit Bintang with its dedicated bus infrastructure and IOI City Mall in Putrajaya, as examples of commercial venues capable of serving as authorized boarding locations for companies like Aeroline.
