THE Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has introduced tighter regulations on the use of subsidised RON95 petrol and diesel in Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan, effective today, as part of a nationwide effort to prevent fuel leakage and ensure sufficient supply for citizens.
KPDN Enforcement Director-General Datuk Azman Adam said the measures include specific limits on diesel refills based on vehicle categories.
Light vehicles, including private cars, taxis, vans, and four-wheel drives, are restricted to 50 litres per transaction.
Medium commercial vehicles weighing up to three tonnes are limited to 100 litres, while heavy vehicles exceeding three tonnes may purchase up to 150 litres.
“Petrol stations have implemented automatic limits, but if users require higher volumes, particularly for heavy vehicles, they must request a reset at the counter,” Azman explained during a press briefing at a PETRONAS station in Bau today.
A total of 556 fuel station operators across the three territories are involved in the enforcement initiative, with 283 stations monitored in Sarawak, 266 in Sabah, and seven in Labuan.
To strengthen oversight, 2,400 enforcement officers, working alongside other agencies, will conduct continuous monitoring nationwide.
The ministry also announced a prohibition on RON95 sales to vehicles with foreign licence plates and the gradual introduction of restrictions on foreign credit and debit card usage at self-service terminals to prevent manipulation of subsidised fuel.
Azman stressed that KPDN is committed to robust enforcement to combat smuggling and wastage of controlled goods, ensuring fuel availability despite global economic uncertainties.
The initiative is coordinated with the integrated Ops Tiris 4.0 operation, which enhances strategic collaboration between enforcement agencies.
“Any individual found in violation may face penalties under the Supply Control Act 1961, including fines of up to RM1 million for a first offence, RM3 million for subsequent offences, or imprisonment of up to three years, or both,” he said.
“Companies may face fines of up to RM2 million and up to RM5 million for repeat offences.”
Members of the public are encouraged to join the ‘Kita Gempur’ campaign by reporting suspected fuel abuse via official channels, including WhatsApp at 019-848 8000, the e-Aduan KPDN portal, the hotline 1-800-886-800, and the Ez ADU KPDN mobile application.
“Our priority is to ensure that the nation’s fuel supply remains stable and uninterrupted, meeting the ongoing needs of the public,” Datuk Azman concluded, emphasising the ministry’s determination to protect subsidised fuel for those who rely on it most. - April 1, 2026
