Transport minister Loke Siew Fook said the application process was to ensure that the use of drones, which is expanding, was well regulated to ensure safety.
“At the same time, I realise the current (application) process is rather manual. They (users) need to apply and the application process can take up to a maximum of 14 days. There is feedback stating that this is not suitable and (not) practical.
“I have discussed with the CAAM just now and I am given to understand there is a step towards a digital application system that can be implemented by year end,” he said at a media conference after officiating the launch of the eCLIPSE platform.
He said once the system was up, applications could be done digitally on smartphones via an app with approvals being given almost immediately.
On the issue of 1,000 vehicles stuck at Port Klang following a cargo ship fire, Loke said the ministry, as a mediator, was trying to help those affected and find a resolution.
“In fact, (a) meeting was held at MOT yesterday involving our ministry’s official, the ship owner, insurance companies, legal firm and all stakeholders. We are trying to find a solution.
“Our priority right now is to get the ship owner to release the cargo, the cars, because what they (ship owner) are asking for (from) the owners of the cars is quite a big burden. So we are trying to negotiate for a more reasonable sum to be paid by the cargo owners to release the cars,” he said.
Loke said that most of the cars were still in good condition but clearance must first be obtained before they could be released to avoid future legal issues.
“The ministry is willing to assist in resolving the matter, but I want to emphasise that we are playing the role of a mediator. Nonetheless, we are committed to helping find a resolution,” he added. - FMT
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