On February 13, 2024, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) reminded of two new technical specifications approved and published on October 31, 2023:

• Aeronautical Radio Communication Equipment Specification MCMC MTSFB TC T020:2023;
• Maritime radiocommunication equipment specification MCMC MTSFB TC T021:2023.

For the new technical regulations, the MCMC has granted a six-month transition period until May 1, 2024.

Existing Certificates: During the transition period, applicants can renew the CoC for a period of up to 1 year. However, as of May 1, 2024, updating existing CoCs will no longer be allowed. Instead, the existing approvals for the devices concerned should be updated and in compliance with the latest technical specifications by submitting a Parallel by Comparison (PBC) application.

New Applications: Applicants are encouraged to comply with new technical specifications during the transition period. As of May 1, 2024, full compliance is mandatory.

Click link to view the original MCMC announcement.

On 1 February 2024, the Malaysian Institute of Quasi-Industrial Research (SIRIM) issued an announcement numbered SQASI/CMCS/1/24/0001 reminding users that according to the updated Service Tax Guidelines (Garis Panduan Cukai Perkhidmatan), the tax rate for SIRIM-related services will be adjusted from the original 6% to 8% with effect from 1 March 2024.

Click this link to view the original SQASI/CMCS/1/24/0001 announcement.