By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, July 31: The enforcement of Speed Limitation Devices (SLDs) on commercial vehicles will be carried out in Sarawak as part of a nationwide rollout aimed at improving road safety, confirmed Sarawak Minister for Transport Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin.
He said the federal government’s phased enforcement of the SLD policy will be implemented in a synchronized and consistent manner across all states and regions, including Sarawak.
“This is a crucial policy that aims to enhance road safety and reduce the risk of serious accidents involving heavy vehicles. Sarawak, in line with the national directive, will fully implement the enforcement of SLDs as scheduled,” he said in a statement in response to a media inquiry today.
Lee stressed that road safety is a shared responsibility and urged all lorry and commercial vehicle operators in Sarawak to support the government’s efforts to ensure a smooth and effective transition during the enforcement period.
“We must put the safety of all road users above all else. I appeal to transport operators in Sarawak to work together with the authorities to ensure their vehicles comply with the new SLD requirements. Only by working together can we build a safer and more responsible road environment,” he said.
While acknowledging that the industry may face some challenges during the transition, he emphasised that the protection of human lives and public safety must take precedence over operational convenience or business costs.
The SLD system will be enforced in three phases beginning Oct 1, 2025. It will apply to goods vehicles with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) exceeding 3,500kg, as well as passenger vehicles with a GVW above 5,000kg that carry more than eight passengers. A maximum speed limit of 90km/h will be enforced for all affected vehicles under this regulation.
Lee also affirmed that his ministry will continue collaborating closely with key stakeholders, including the Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB), to provide operators with the necessary guidance and support for compliance.
“We remain committed to working in tandem with the federal government to raise the overall standard of commercial vehicle safety in Sarawak,” he added. — DayakDaily
