KLIA begins vehicle access management system enforcement – 10min allowance, penalties from RM10

Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) has announced that enforcement of the Vehicle Access Management System (VAMS) has commenced, reported Bernama.

This follows the trial of the system that began in September, located at Terminal 1’s Level 5 (for departure drop-offs) and Level 3 (for arrival pick-ups) until November 30, and at Terminal 2 from September 15 until November 30.

the trial of the system was found to have effectively changed driver behaviour, with a reduced number of vehicles exceeding the 10-minute limit at drop-off and pick-up queues, from 50% to 21%, said MAHB.

“Data from the trial shows that kerbside congestion improves when vehicles observe the 10-minute limit. The vast majority of KLIA users complied, and with full enforcement at KLIA Terminal 1 starting today, we are ensuring orderly access so that everyone has a fair chance to use the lanes efficiently,” said MAHB managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani.

Under the system, vehicles are allowed a 10-minute grace period upon entry for drop-offs and pick-ups, with penalties from RM10 to RM100 for overstaying. Entry is permitted with the use of Touch ‘ Go and credit cards.

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