Malacca trishaws to get unique ID numbers, QR codes

All Malacca trishaws will undergo a digital transformation to give them unique identities while enhancing service and management standards.

Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh said licensed trishaws would be assigned unique identification numbers and QR codes to ensure the safety of both passengers and riders.

He said this move also enables passengers and tourists to easily submit complaints or suggestions for continuous service improvement.

“I’m confident that this new system will help the state government curb the rise of illegal trishaws, commonly referred to as ‘Ali Baba’, which tend to appear during long holiday periods.

“The initiative will be implemented under the Budget 2025 by gazetting By-Laws for Trishaw Riders through the Malacca Historic City Council, making it one of the first local authorities in Malaysia to implement such measures,” he said during the 2025 Malacca Trishaw Riders Appreciation Ceremony last night.

Rauf added that new regulations, including designated operational zones or pit stops, would be introduced to streamline the management of licensed trishaws.

“There will be five zones, namely Dataran Sungai Melaka, Stadthuys Building, Malacca Historical Vehicle Park, Medan Samudera and Menara Taming Sari.

“Licensed trishaws will rotate among these zones every three months, allowing authorities to monitor their operations effectively,” he said.

At the event, 260 riders received their 2025 Malacca Trishaw Rider Licences after completing interviews and health screenings.

- Bernama

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