KOTA KINABALU: Across Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan, commercial vehicles keep businesses moving. From logistics operators and plantation companies to contractors, wholesalers, and service providers, efficient fleet operations are vital for maintaining productivity, controlling costs, and serving customers across vast distances.
As the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS) expands into East Malaysia, businesses are entering a new phase of fuel management. With regulatory tools coming online to enhance transparency and accountability, managing a business has become increasingly digital.
Recognising these changing needs, Setel’s Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay offers a fully digital fleet fuel management solution designed to simplify fuel administration, improve oversight, and boost operational efficiency.
“Digitalisation is transforming business operations, and fuel management should be no exception. As organisations grow, they require solutions that not only streamline day-to-day tasks but also provide better visibility and control over vital resources. Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay was created to help businesses manage fuel more efficiently through a seamless, intuitive digital experience that reduces administrative burdens, simplifies application processes, and makes daily fleet fuel management easier,” said Abdullah Ayman Awaluddin, Chief Executive Officer of Setel.
A Smarter, Cardless Approach to Fleet Fuel Management
Traditional fleet fuel management often involves manual processes such as issuing physical fuel cards, handling receipts, tracking expenses, and reconciling transactions. These steps can be time-consuming, limit operational visibility, and pose risks of misuse and non-compliance.
With the Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay Portal, fleet managers can create digital SmartPay cards for registered drivers, linked directly to their Setel accounts. Every transaction is securely recorded and displayed on a central dashboard, allowing managers to monitor fuel purchases in real time, access digital receipts, generate reports, and set controls such as fuel type, refuelling frequency, and preferred PETRONAS stations.
Digitising fuel purchasing offers businesses greater insight into fuel expenses, enhanced operational oversight, and a more streamlined administrative process.
Supporting Businesses Ahead of SKDS Expansion
Once registered on Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay via Setel, businesses can manage fuel balances, driver access, and transaction monitoring through a single platform—reducing paperwork and enabling more efficient fleet management.
Drivers benefit from a convenient, cardless, and cashless refuelling experience, while fleet managers gain increased transparency and control over fuel use.
Additionally, eligible businesses that activate their Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay account can enjoy a complimentary special benefit, subject to terms and conditions, as they transition to a smarter, more efficient fuel management system.
More Flexibility and Less Administration
To further assist business operations, Setel offers users of Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay higher top-up limits, providing greater flexibility in managing fleet fuel payments. The Auto Top-Up feature automatically replenishes balances when they fall below a preset threshold, reducing manual effort, preventing insufficient funds during operations, and keeping vehicles moving smoothly.
These features create a more seamless experience for fleet operators by decreasing administrative workload while ensuring operational continuity and convenience.
Driving the Future of Fleet Management
“The expansion of SKDS marks a significant step in Malaysia’s subsidy digitalisation journey, reflecting a broader shift towards smarter, more connected business practices. We see this as an opportunity for businesses to modernise fuel management, improve efficiency, and strengthen operational resilience. Through Cardless PETRONAS SmartPay, we are committed to supporting businesses with digital solutions that make fleet management simpler, more transparent, and more effective,” added Ayman.-pr/BNN
