Prasarana Malaysia has outlined plans to deploy more than 1,000 electric buses across Kuala Lumpur and Penang under its long-term Sustainability Blueprint, as part of efforts to decarbonise public transport operations. The programme targets electrification of around 30 per cent of its bus fleet and a 45 per cent reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, with full transition to zero-emission bus operations by 2037.
The rollout will see approximately 1,100 electric buses introduced between 2025 and 2030 for Rapid KL and Rapid Penang services, alongside 150 electric feeder buses planned for the LRT Shah Alam Line. Prasarana currently operates 15 electric buses on the BRT Sunway Line, which have been in service since 2015. The transition will follow a final procurement of 310 diesel buses, scheduled for delivery in March 2026, marking the operator’s last acquisition of conventional vehicles.
Prasarana, a government-owned operator responsible for Rapid KL, Rapid Penang and Rapid Kuantan bus services, as well as key urban rail lines in Kuala Lumpur, said the phased deployment aligns with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap. In parallel, the company is strengthening internal capabilities through structured training programmes for drivers, engineers and depot staff, including safety protocols, high-voltage system handling, fire suppression awareness and emergency response procedures to support large-scale electric bus operations.
