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Teluk Bahang ferry collides with a ship at Penang Port, 21 passengers injured
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September 2, 2026 Corporate

Teluk Bahang ferry collides with a ship at Penang Port, 21 passengers injured

Butterworth: Seramai 21 orang cedera selepas feri Teluk Bahang bertembung dengan kapal MV Mekar Jaya di dalam kawasan pelabuhan Pulau Pinang malam ini.

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'I am afraid the ferry will sink'
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September 2, 2026 Corporate

'I am afraid the ferry will sink'

BUTTERWORTH: Seorang penumpang cemas feri yang dinaikinya akan karam selepas bertembung dengan sebuah kapal di perairan berhampiran Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang, malam tadi.

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Penang Ferry Usage Rises In First Half This Year
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August 22, 2026 Corporate

Penang Ferry Usage Rises In First Half This Year

Penang ferry usage rose 7.28% in the first half of this year from the same period in 2025, pointing to continued demand for the service.

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Penang Port marks 70 years by giving back to those in need
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August 1, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port marks 70 years by giving back to those in need

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 1 — The Penang Port Commission (SPPP) reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the benefits of port development reach all segments of society, particularly those in need, in line with the Malaysia MADANI aspirations.

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Corporate News Penang Port Commission implements SOP for ship-generated waste management
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July 16, 2026 CORPORATE

Corporate News Penang Port Commission implements SOP for ship-generated waste management

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Port Commission (PPC) has implemented a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the management of ship-generated waste at Penang Port as part of efforts to strengthen environmental protection and support the port's Green Port Policy.

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Penang Port introduces first vessel traffic management system
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June 10, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port introduces first vessel traffic management system

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Port Commission (PPC) has implemented its first Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) as part of efforts to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability at Penang Port.

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In Penang this long weekend? Ferry rides are free on Wesak Day, Agong’s birthday
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May 30, 2026 CORPORATE

In Penang this long weekend? Ferry rides are free on Wesak Day, Agong’s birthday

GEORGE TOWN, May 30 — The Penang Port Commission (SPPP) has announced two days of free ferry services tomorrow and on June 1 for Malaysians in conjunction with the Wesak Day and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s official birthday celebrations.

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Penang Port 1Q growth points to trade efficiency
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May 29, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port 1Q growth points to trade efficiency

PETALING JAYA: Penang Port recorded a total container throughput of 343,036 twenty-foot equivalent units in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26), which rose 4.88% year-on-year (y-o-y).

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Penang cruise terminal steps up checks after hantavirus deaths
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May 13, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang cruise terminal steps up checks after hantavirus deaths

GEORGE TOWN: Penang's Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal has stepped up health precautions following international reports of a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship. Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal is a key maritime gateway to Penang, regularly receiving large international cruise ships calling at George Town. The Penang Port Commission (PPC) is the operator of the terminal.

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Penang cruise market sees 39% more passengers in 1Q
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May 9, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang cruise market sees 39% more passengers in 1Q

Passengers for Penang's cruise market increased 39.55% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period last year, said the Penang Port Commission.

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Two US navy ships docked in Penang for logistics, merely a port call - Mohamed Khaled
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March 18, 2026 CORPORATE

Two US navy ships docked in Penang for logistics, merely a port call - Mohamed Khaled

Dua kapal tentera laut Amerika Syarikat (AS) yang berlabuh di North Butterworth Container Terminal (NBCT), di sini, pada Sabtu hingga Isnin lalu, hanya port of call (persinggahan pelabuhan) untuk urusan logistik sebelum meneruskan pelayaran.

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Free ferry rides in Penang for Hari Raya
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March 17, 2026 CORPORATE

Free ferry rides in Penang for Hari Raya

Penang ferry services from Sultan Abdul Halim Terminal (PSAH) and Raja Tun Uda Terminal (PRTU) will be free for all Malaysians on the first and second days of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, which is expected to be on March 21 (Saturday). Penang Port Commission (SPPP) chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin said that the free ferry fare is a manifestation of their ongoing commitment, along with Penang Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB), to facilitate the travel of the people, especially during the festive season.

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Penang port closely monitoring impact of Middle East conflict on cruise sector
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March 5, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang port closely monitoring impact of Middle East conflict on cruise sector

GEORGE TOWN: Penang is closely monitoring possible disruptions to its cruise sector as the escalating Middle East crisis begins to affect global maritime routes. Penang Port Commission (PPC) chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin (pic) said the commission is conducting daily assessments of the cruise schedule at Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) to detect any cancellations or omissions of vessel calls linked to the crisis.

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Penang Port Commission, Huawei to explore digital transformation of Penang Port
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March 5, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port Commission, Huawei to explore digital transformation of Penang Port

KUALA LUMPUR: The Penang Port Comission will explore a collaboration with Huawei Technologies to jointly advance the digital transformation of Penang Port. In a statement, the parties said the partnership aims to deepen the integration of port operations with advanced technology, establish industry benchmark projects, create new innovation-driven engines, empower industrial development, and comprehensively support the development of a world-class port.

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Penang Port Commission, Huawei to explore digital transformation of Penang Port
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March 5, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port Commission, Huawei to explore digital transformation of Penang Port

KUALA LUMPUR: The Penang Port Comission will explore a collaboration with Huawei Technologies to jointly advance the digital transformation of Penang Port. In a statement, the parties said the partnership aims to deepen the integration of port operations with advanced technology, establish industry benchmark projects, create new innovation-driven engines, empower industrial development, and comprehensively support the development of a world-class port.

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Penang Port clarifies PRTU redevelopment, tenant engagement and approvals under way
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February 2, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Port clarifies PRTU redevelopment, tenant engagement and approvals under way

PRTU is one of PPSB’s primary installations and serves as a main ferry terminal together with PSAH in Butterworth PENANG Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB) has defended the ongoing redevelopment works at Pangkalan Raja Tun Uda (PRTU) in George Town, Penang, amid allegations over consultation, regulatory compliance and public safety. It said the project is being carried out transparently and in line with long-term port development plans. PPSB said PRTU is one of its primary installations and serves as a main ferry terminal together with Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim (PSAH) in Butterworth.

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Penang Ferry Museum charts a cross-channel legacy
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January 28, 2026 CORPORATE

Penang Ferry Museum charts a cross-channel legacy

After a prolonged absence, one of Penang’s iconic double-decker ferries has re-emerged as a star attraction along the Weld Quay waterfront. But rather than shuttling commuters across the channel, it now takes visitors on a very different kind of journey – down memory lane.

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Penang Ferry Museum adds new dimension to transport heritage
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January 12, 2026

Penang Ferry Museum adds new dimension to transport heritage

The Penang Ferry Museum introduces a new dimension to transport heritage, aligning with national development and Malaysia MADANI aspirations.

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Third-largest port: Penang eyes digital transformation to enhance services
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December 24, 2025 CORPORATE

Third-largest port: Penang eyes digital transformation to enhance services

GEORGE TOWN: Penang Port Commission (PPC) has launched its Digitalisation Strategic Plan 2026–2030, outlining how it will modernise operations and become a future-ready port authority over the next five years.

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MOT wants to accelerate NBCT railway extension project
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September 20, 2025

MOT wants to accelerate NBCT railway extension project

BUTTERWORTH: Kementerian Pengangkutan (MOT) mahu mempercepatkan projek pembinaan landasan kereta api tambahan di Terminal Kontena Butterworth Utara (NBCT) bagi meningkatkan kecekapan operasi logistik sekali gus mengatasi isu kesesakan lalu lintas di kawasan sekitar pelabuhan tersebut

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