KUALA LUMPUR – The Ministry of Works (KKR) has not received any proposal from Genting Malaysia Berhad regarding toll collection or any new charges for access to its privately-owned areas.
Its minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the company has yet to submit any official application on the matter.
“I have not received any proposal from Genting,” Bernama quoted Nanta telling reporters after launching the Board of Architects Malaysia Townhall 2.0 here today.
Last Thursday, Genting Malaysia Bhd confirmed that it would impose a charge on vehicles entering the Genting Highlands road, with the implementation date to be announced later.
This, the company explained, it necessary to cover the rising costs of maintaining the 24-km private road, which includes its steep slopes.
“The heavy traffic on Jalan Genting Highlands has resulted in significant wear and tear, necessitating constant maintenance to ensure the road remains safe for all users,” the company said in a statement.
Nanta also told reporters that he agreed to a comment by his deputy, Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, in Parliament yesterday that the term “entry charge” be used an alternative to toll, as the latter could cause public confusion.
“I agree with his suggestion because the term ‘toll’ can be confusing. We are used to toll being associated with highways. So, I think the term ‘entry charge’ is easier to understand.”
Ahmad also urged Genting yesterday to ensure a fair exemption by only charging vehicles entering the area for leisure purposes, and not imposing charges on all road users.– November 18, 2025