{
  "id": 16814426,
  "title": "Faced with an ageing fleet, Malaysia's fire department turns to robots and upgrades",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/faced-with-an-ageing-fleet-malaysias-fire-department-turns-to-robots",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-27T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/28/faced-with-an-ageing-fleet-malaysias-fire-department-turns-to-robots-and-upgrades/240792"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malaysia's Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) is modernising its fleet of vehicles and exploring new technologies to ensure readiness for emergencies. Director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad revealed that about 63% of the existing 592 Fire Rescue Tenders (FRTs) have surpassed the 10-year mark, necessitating the acquisition of 80 replacement units. The department is also procuring 150 Compact Fire Rescue Tenders (CFRT) to enhance its operational capabilities. To boost response times, JBPM plans to build new fire stations and complete ongoing projects. The department is also set to incorporate Unmanned Remote Systems (URS) featuring two Fire Fighting Robots (FFRs), reflecting advancements in firefighting and rescue operations. Moreover, the procurement of personal protective equipment and the addition of rescue gear are crucial steps to safeguard personnel during duty. With a budget of RM1.8 billion under Budget 2027, JBPM aims to enhance asset reliability, departmental preparedness, and emergency response capabilities, while exploring the potential use of electric vehicles for future use.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) is strengthening its operational and logistical capab...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}