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8 MMC PORTS’ NEWSLETTER
Propelling Penang Port’s
Ferries
With its current-day status as a key, affordable travel
option between the mainland and the island state,
Penang Port has strived to constantly innovate and
From its inception back in 1894 upgrade its infrastructure for the ferry service’s
to the recent launch of the new regular riders, rigorously improving offerings in terms
of travel time, safety and comfort. This commitment is
ferry operations at Pangkalan exemplified through the recent launch and upgrades
Raja Tun Uda (PRTU) in August of its ferry operations, with the four new state-of-the-
art ferries, namely Teluk Bahang, Teluk Kampi, Teluk
2023, Penang Port’s long-standing Duyung and Teluk Kumbar, having replaced the
ferry service serves as a reliable previous iconic ferries after their operations were
halted. These upgrades aim to continously enrich the
key mode of transportation on passenger experience and foster a positive impact
the island, enabling daily travel on the local community.
between Pangkalan Sultan Abdul By attracting an influx of tourists to experience the
modernised ferry operations, the ferry service is
Halim (PSAH), in the mainland recognised for its vital role in boosting Penang’s
city of Butterworth and PRTU, tourism industry and economy, ensuring a steady
stream of revenue and growth while creating
in Penang’s city of George Town numerous job opportunities throughout the years,
for pedestrians, tourists and from captains and crew members all the way to
ticketing personnel and maintenance staff.
vehicles - all in just under
To illustrate, this story explores extensive insights
10 minutes. into the past, the present and the future of Penang
Port’s ferry operations, offering an exclusive glimpse
into its day-to-day operations and statistics.
