New Penang ferry fares come into effect from tomorrow
PPSB said individuals or pedestrians aged 12 and below will have a RM1 fare, while adult passengers or those above 12 will be charged RM2.
Wed Sep 06 2023
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
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
Thousands make beeline for one last ride onboard Penang's iconic ferries
Thousands of visitors took opportunity of the school holidays to ride the iconic Penang ferry on the last day of its service.
Thu Dec 31 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
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
Iconic Penang Ferry will be replaced by speedboats from Jan 1
The vehicle transporters can only ferry bicycle users and motorcyclists with four-wheeled vehicles in emergency situation only.
Wed Dec 16 2020
Transport ministry, state government to discuss Penang ferry service
The Transport Ministry will discuss with the Penang state government if the latter intends to take over the ferry service in Penang.
Thu Aug 27 2020
Penang ferry service worsening
The problem has worsened ever since Penang Port Sdn Bhd cut down on the ferry service starting Jan 1 this year.
Tue Sep 27 2016
Senior citizen feared drowned after falling off ferry in Penang
A senior citizen is feared drowned after falling into the sea from a ferry which was departing the Raja Tun Uda terminal here today.
Sun May 01 2016
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
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Mon Feb 17 2025
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