Vehicle Access Management System trial at KLIA T2 aims to reduce congestion and improve safety before charges are applied.
PUTRAJAYA: A trial of the Vehicle Access Management System (VAMS) is now underway at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2. This follows the system’s successful implementation at Terminal 1 last year.
The trial will run until March 30, 2026, covering both departure and arrival kerbsides. It introduces timed entry and exit through automated barrier gates to better manage traffic flow.
“After the trial period concludes, applicable charges will be implemented for vehicles that exceed the permitted kerbside time,” MAHB said in a statement.
MAHB managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani said the rollout reflects the airport operator’s focus on elevating service excellence. He stated the system supports a smoother and safer experience for passengers and those sending them off or picking them up.
During the trial period at T2, no penalties will be imposed. The focus is on monitoring traffic patterns and driver behaviour ahead of full implementation.
T2 records an average of approximately 16,000 vehicle movements daily at its kerbsides. The trial will help determine optimal operational adjustments before the system is fully enforced.
Introduced at KLIA T1 last year, the system recorded a significant reduction in kerbside congestion. Less than one per cent of vehicles overstayed beyond the allowable period, equivalent to approximately 194 out of 43,000 vehicles daily.
“The improvement has helped maintain smoother traffic circulation at the terminal kerbside while supporting safer traffic operations,” the statement added.
The extension of VAMS to T2 is expected to deliver similar benefits by improving vehicle turnover and shortening waiting times. It also aims to enhance overall kerbside safety and reinforce KLIA’s commitment to a service-focused passenger experience.
VAMS provides a 10-minute grace period for vehicles dropping off or picking up passengers.
