Private sector manages vehicle weight and size control on roads

The Cabinet of Ministers issued a new decision on October 28 to transfer control over vehicle weight and size on roads to the private sector, as part of a measure to improve the management of large and heavy vehicles on highways.

Key Points of the Decision:

• Establishment of Weighing Stations: Stationary and mobile stations equipped with modern measuring devices will be installed on highways to monitor weight and size. The private sector will operate these stations.
• Lease Terms: These stations will be leased to private entities for 20 years through online auctions, with options to transfer leases to other parties.

Auction Starting Prices:

• Highways of international importance: 50 times the BCA (Base Calculation Amount)
• State highways: 40 times the BCA
• Local highways: 30 times the BCA

Revenue from Fines: For the first two years, 40% of revenue from fines for violations recorded through these stations will go to the business entities’ accounts. This share will reduce to 30% afterward.

This decision officially took effect on October 31.