Passenger Boat Cash Refund Claims Open For Registration Oct 9 - Armizan

CYBERJAYA, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Registration for cash refund claims from passenger boat companies eligible for RON95 petrol subsidies will open on Oct 9, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali.

He said registration can be made through the link https://mysubsidi.kpdn.gov.my, adding that the initiative aims to ensure passenger boat operators, particularly those serving island and riverine areas, can continue providing essential transport services to communities without being burdened by high operating costs.

“The government has agreed to include passenger boat companies in the list of public transport sectors eligible to receive RON95 petrol subsidies under the Subsidised Petrol Control System (SKPS) beginning Oct 9.

“With this, operators can submit cash refund claims through the designated portal,” he told reporters after the fleet card presentation ceremony at a petrol station here today.

Armizan said only public passenger boat companies registered with the Malaysia Marine Department (JLM), Sabah Ports and Harbours Department (JPDS) or Sarawak Rivers Board (LSS) are eligible to submit claims.

In addition, Armizan said the passenger boats must operate in populated areas and provide scheduled services, such as the Kudat-Pulau Banggi route.

As an interim measure, he said the government has also agreed to provide cash refunds to passenger boat companies that meet the criteria for RON95 purchases made between Sept 30 and Oct 31, 2025.

“Operators are required to upload supporting documents such as business registration certificates, bank statements, number of boats, boat registration numbers and engine capacity, in addition to valid petrol purchase receipts,” he said.

He added that all completed claims would be verified by the relevant water transport regulatory agency and the SKPS administrator before refunds are credited directly into the company’s bank account.

“Cash refunds will be disbursed by the Ministry of Finance within 15 working days after the review process is completed,” he said.

He said the initiative would not only help reduce operating costs for passenger boat operators, but also ensure the continuity of water transport services that serve as a lifeline for communities in the interior, riverine and island areas.

“The government wants to ensure that the people continue to have access to safe and affordable transport, without being affected by rising fuel costs,” he added.

Meanwhile, according to SKPS data as of 5 pm yesterday (Oct 2), a total of 9,712 companies with 20,713 vehicles have registered since the system opened on Sept 15.

For Oct 2 alone, 243 public transport companies and 288 land freight transport companies registered, bringing the total to 531 companies with 786 vehicles recorded that day.

-- BERNAMA