Reasons Carparks Not Upgrading Their Systems to Accept Specification for Contactless e-Purse Application Cards

Mr Melvin Yong Yik Chye asked the Minister for Transport (a) how many car parks do not accept CEPAS (Specification for Contactless e-Purse Application) cards; and (b) what are the reasons why these car park operators do not upgrade their systems to accept CEPAS cards.

Mr Ong Ye Kung: Out of some 3,300 carparks that use the Electronic Parking System, only one does not accept CEPAS cards for payment. This is a decision by the carpark owner, who chooses which payment modes to accept, taking into account factors such as cost and motorist experience.