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Fire Destroys Melaka EV Battery Reclamation Plant, Gaps in EV Ecosystem Exposed

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A fire broke out at an electronic waste and EV battery collection plant in the Bukit Rambai Industrial Area, leaving the facility almost entirely destroyed. The Melaka Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) confirmed no casualties in the incident, which began at 12.50 PM.

Thirty firefighters from five stations - Tangga Batu, Cheng, Melaka Tengah, Ayer Keroh and Alor Gajah - were deployed to contain the blaze.

A distress call at 12.51 PM led to the immediate dispatch of a Fire Rescue Tender (FRT) vehicle, a water tanker, and seven personnel from Tangga Batu. Support included three FRTs, one water tanker, an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) unit, an Aerial Ladder Platform (ALP) vehicle, and a Hazmat team.


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By the time first responders arrived at 12.56 PM, 90% of the facility was already engulfed. Firefighting operations continued as of 5 PM.

Senior State Executive Councillor Datuk Rais Yasin directed authorities, including the Department of Environment, to investigate the facility’s compliance with safety and environmental regulations.


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However, beyond immediate inspections, this fire underscores broader concerns about the state of Malaysia’s EV ecosystem. From images shared, the condition of the destroyed facility is a stark contrast to the high-tech, well-regulated battery recycling and e-waste plants in more developed nations.

This raises serious questions about the enforcement of industry standards and the government's approach to full-cycle EV adoption.


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While Malaysia continues to push for higher EV sales figures and rapid expansion of charging infrastructure, incidents like this highlight the urgent need for a more holistic strategy. A sustainable EV transition must encompass not only vehicle sales and charging networks but also robust policies covering battery disposal, second-life applications, and end-of-life recycling.

Without comprehensive regulation, Malaysia risks environmental hazards and safety failures that could derail long-term sustainability goals. Authorities must strengthen licensing and enforcement to align with global best practices.




Source: BERNAMA

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CFC1277

KEDAH

KGA9315

NEGERI SEMBILAN

NEG2297

KOTA KINABALU

SJL2913

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QAB5083L

Last updated 17 Jun, 2025

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Last updated 12 Jun, 2025

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