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Transport & Mobility news in Penang

5 stories within reach of Penang, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

  1. New Batam-Penang flights to boost tourism, medical travel, says state exco

    3 days ago Malay Mail George Town 8.1 km

    Batik Air will launch direct flights between Batam and Penang from October 18, aiming to boost tourism and medical travel. The Penang state exco highlighted the potential benefits for both sectors.

  2. George Town roads to close for National Day parade from Aug 29–31: Here’s where

    5 days ago Malay Mail George Town 8.1 km

    George Town will close several major roads from August 29 to 31 for the National Day parade rehearsals and event. The closures will affect traffic in the city center, and motorists are advised to plan alternate routes.

  3. Penang Port Commission says ferry ridership up 7pc in first half of 2026, announces free Merdeka rides

    1 week ago Malay Mail George Town 8.1 km

    GEORGE TOWN, Aug 22 — Penang’s ferry services recorded a 7.28 per cent increase in passenger traffic between...

  4. MRT Corp announces Aug 20–Oct 31 lane closures for Penang’s Mutiara Line construction

    1 week ago Malay Mail George Town 8.1 km

    GEORGE TOWN, Aug 18 — Periodic partial lane closures along Jalan Tun Dr Awang and Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim, from t...

  5. Hainan, here we come: Penang gets new direct China flight in Oct

    2 weeks ago Malay Mail George Town 8.1 km

    GEORGE TOWN, Aug 12 — The Haikou-Penang direct flight service will be launched on Oct 11, making Haikou the ninth...