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Will Penang have water taxis by 2026? | Scoop
Penang's water taxi project, estimated to cost RM60 million, will upgrade existing piers and establish new routes in two phases, with upgrades to four existing piers expected to be completed by early 2026. – Scoop pic, March 29, 2024
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Will Penang have water taxis by 2026?

Project, estimated at RM60 mil, aims to combat traffic congestion

Scoop Reporters
Updated
12:52 PM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR – In a bid to alleviate traffic congestion woes, Penang is on the brink of a transportation revolution with the proposed introduction of water taxis within the next two years.

According to The Star, the pre-development and development costs of the project are estimated at RM6.9 million and RM53.1 million, respectively.

The RM60 million project will be executed in two phases, primarily focusing on upgrading the currently underutilised four existing piers, based on documents cited by the daily.

The first phase of the project aims to complete upgrades to the Straits Quay and Pantai Jerejak piers by July next year, making them suitable for public transportation.

The second phase, slated for completion by the first quarter of 2026, will see upgrades to the piers at Weld Quay and Batu Maung.

Proposed routes include Weld Quay-Straits Quay-Weld Quay, Weld Quay-Pantai Jerejak-Weld Quay, Weld Quay-Batu Maung-Weld Quay, Pantai Jerejak-Batu Maung-Pantai Jerejak, Straits Quay-Batu Maung-Straits Quay, and Straits Quay-Pantai Jerejak-Straits Quay.

Upon commencement of services, tickets will be available for purchase online or at designated counters, priced between RM1.30 and RM15.90. The service hours are projected to run from 6.30am to 10pm.

Jason H’ng Mooi Lye, chairman of Penang’s local government, town, and country planning committee, has confirmed the project, stating that a formal offer letter will be sent to the involved company in May.

H’ng said that the Penang Island City Council will bear no financial burden for the project, which is fully funded by the company. Furthermore, he highlighted that the company will cover all expenses related to upgrading the four piers.

“With the island’s population growth and urbanisation on the rise, there’s a greater demand for efficient and sustainable transportation,” he said. 

“The water taxi service will provide a convenient and eco-friendly option, reducing traffic congestion and offering smooth connectivity to key destinations.” – March 29, 2024

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