KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) has suggested to Plus Malaysia Berhad (Plus) that other forms of toll payments be allowed for the convenience of highway users amid complaints on the implementation of the RFID.
MyCC said it had shared its assessment and concerns in a discussion with Plus and Touch 'n Go Sdn Bhd (TnG) on Jan 17 which aimed to have a better understanding on the latest progress on the use of RFID.
"This includes enabling access to other payment platforms for the payment of tolls not only via debit or credit cards but also other e-wallet systems," it said in a statement today.
MyCC said it took cognisance of plans to ensure a seamless transition to RFID for highway users and the cooperation between Plus and TnG in the relevant toll collection system.
It added that while it welcomed the innovation such as the RFID in the toll collection system, it believed that the implementation of the system needed to be conducted effectively to achieve its objective.
MyCC added it would continuously monitor the development in line with its role in championing and promoting the process of competition.
Its chief executive officer Iskandar Ismail said taking into account the special responsibilities arising from the dominant positions of both enterprises in the relevant markets, MyCC will continue to monitor the situation from time to time and when any competition concern is identified, the Competition Act 2010 will be enforced.
"Secondly, it is pertinent to remember that innovation related markets can create uncertainty. MyCC will work closely with the government to ensure these changes will always serve the consumers' best interest," he said.