New Penang ferry service operational from today
Penang caretaker Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said ferry commuters will enjoy free shuttle service from today until Sept 7.
Mon Aug 07 2023
Warning of strong winds, rough seas in several states until Jan 25
According to MetMalaysia, the situation is dangerous to all shipping and coastal activities, including fishing and ferry services.
Fri Jan 20 2023
Passenger ferry service from Butterworth to Penang to begin earlier from tomorrow
The first passenger ferry service from Butterworth to Penang will depart earlier from tomorrow in conjunction with the reopening of schools.
Sun Jan 09 2022
Penang ferry service to use water buses, vehicle transporters from end of 2022
New water buses and vehicle transporters will be used to operate the Penang ferry service beginning end of next year, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Tue Nov 30 2021
Shell to launch Singapore's first fully-electric ferry service
Royal Dutch Shell has ordered electric ferries in Singapore to replace the diesel boats it uses to transport employees and visitors.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Kuala Kedah-Langkawi ferry service to resume from Sept 23
The ferry service from the Kuala Kedah Ferry Terminal to Langkawi will resume operations on Sept 23.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Kuala Kedah ferry service halted due to EMCO
The ferry service from Kuala Kedah to Langkawi will be suspended for two weeks following the implementation of EMCO tomorrow.
Sun Sep 05 2021
MCO: Langkawi-Kuala Perlis ferry services suspended
The frequency of ferry services for the Langkawi-Kuala Kedah route has also been reduced to one trip as compared to six before the MCO was implemented.
Fri Jan 15 2021
Penang govt ready to take over iconic ferry service
The matter was decided at the State Executive Council meeting last Wednesday, he said in a statement, here, today.
Fri Jan 08 2021
No order to deny Guan Eng last ride on ferry - Penang Police
Penang police have denied issuing any order to prevent former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng from taking a ride on the state's iconic ferry service today.
Thu Dec 31 2020
Penang's ferry only for bicycle, motorcycle from Jan 1
The iconic ferry service in Penang can only be used by motorcyclists and cyclists starting January 1, according to Penang Port Commission (SPPP) chairman Datuk Tan Teik Cheng.
Sat Dec 26 2020
Penang ferry service to continue with prioritising passenger safety
Certain quarters had expressed regret over a decision aimed at making the Penang ferry service safer, faster and less prone to unsustainable maintenance costs.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Penang welcomes Federal govt's decision to continue iconic ferry service
Penang welcomes the Federal government's decision that the state's iconic ferries would remain in service.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Iconic Penang ferry service to continue - Finance Minister
The iconic Penang ferry will remain in service, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Administrative EMCO: Kuala Kedah-Langkawi ferry services stopped for two weeks
The decision is in line with the administrative EMCO enforced in 28 areas in Kota Setar throughout that period.
Sat Sep 12 2020
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
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Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
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Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
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Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
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Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
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Fri Oct 18 2024