South Korea’s Simmtech to invest RM507.6mil in factory at Batu Kawan
South Korean semiconductor giant, Simmtech Holdings Inc., has chosen Penang as the strategic location to build its ‘first in the region’ printed circuit board (PCB) and packaging substrate factory....
View ArticleUPCOMING: Sungai Bakap / Dutamas Warisan Sdn. Bhd.
Yet another proposed light industrial development at Valdor in Sungai Bakap. Undertaken by Dutamas Warisan Sdn. Bhd., the development will be located on a 22-acre land off Jalan Nafiri, adjacent to...
View ArticleUnderpass in Gelugor to close for maintenance
The Udini underpass in Gelugor, Penang, will be closed during certain hours for six days to undergo maintenance. Penang Island City Council said in a statement that the underpass between Jalan Masjid...
View ArticleElvina @ Balik Pulau
Elvina @ Balik Pulau, a small landed residential development by JKP Sdn. Bhd. at Balik Pulau. Located on 1.9 acres are land along Jalan Sungai Nipah 2, adjacent to Balik Pulau Vocational College. It...
View ArticlePenang’s first urban regeneration project to begin early next year
The urban regeneration programme at ‘5 Point Blocks’ flats in Lorong Mahsuri 10, Bayan Baru is expected to begin early next year, says state Local Government, Housing, Town and Country Planning...
View ArticleLam Research opening its largest manufacturing plant at Batu Kawan
Lam Manufacturing Malaysia is investing a total of US$225 million to put up a new manufacturing facility at Batu Kawan Industrial Park. (Photo by Lam Manufacturing Malaysia) Chief Minister Chow Kon...
View ArticleSaving Asia’s Hidden Eden – Tropical Spice Garden
Southeast Asia’s only Tropical Spice Garden (TSG) in Penang, is reaching out to Malaysians to ask for their support to help it stay open for generations to come. The eco-attraction launched its...
View ArticleAFFORDABLE: Bukit Mertajam / KH Venture Estate SB.
A newly proposed affordable housing development by KH Venture Estate Sdn. Bhd. in the heart of Bukit Mertajam. Located on a 1.29-acre land along Lebuh Aston, immediately opposite Aston Park East gated...
View ArticleTaman Areka @ Sungai Pinang 7 is complete with greenery and various leisure...
Taman Areka neighbourhood park at Lebuh Sungai Pinang 7 is now upgraded with more car parking facilities. Sungai Pinang State Assemblyman (ADUN), Lim Siew Khim said, the car parking facility can now...
View ArticleMPDT Capital to redevelop Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
The Penang Port Commission (PPC) has signed a lease agreement with MPDT Capital Bhd for the company to redevelop the port’s three old warehouses and part of Tanjung City Marina with an expected...
View ArticleDesa Bayan apartment to receive RM123,000 for repair works under TPM80PP
The Penang government has spent a total of RM281.7 million for the maintenance works in public and private housing schemes in the state since 2008. State Local Government, Housing, Town and Country...
View ArticleCross-district travel is allowed for fully vaccinated individuals
Prime Miniter Muhyiddin Yassan has just announced the SOP relaxation for those who have received both doses of their Covid-19 vaccine. Below are the definitions of fully vaccinated individuals:...
View ArticleWorld-class facilities for Weld Quay seafront
An artist’s impression of signature restaurants at Weld Quay Penang’s northeastern seafront along Weld Quay will soon see world-class facilities providing food, sports and education once MPDT Capital...
View ArticleAFFORDABLE: Teluk Kumbar / Kay Pride Sdn. Bhd.
Newly proposed affordable housing development by Kay Pride Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of SP Setia) at Teluk Kumbar. Strategically located on 2.7 acres of land along Jalan Teluk Kumbar, next to Pavilion...
View ArticleProperty outlook: Up, down or stagnant?
Signs of financial distress in the country are getting more prevalent and clearer as the Covid-19 impact bites deeper into Malaysia’s economy, resulting in rising unemployment and shrinking incomes....
View ArticleMM2H programme to resume in October
The government is to resume the Malaysia My Second Home programme (MM2H) in October, after suspending it a year ago. Home Ministry secretary-general Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz said the Cabinet...
View ArticleAffordable Housing @ Bayan Baru
A proposed affordable housing development by Penang State Housing Board (LPNPP) at Bukit Gedung near Bayan Baru. It will be located on a 7.6-acre land adjacent to B.Braun manufacturing plants, just a...
View ArticleGovernment urged to reconsider new MM2H requirements
Expatriates living in Penang under the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme have expressed their concerns over the new stringent requirements, especially when renewing their passes. One of the...
View ArticlePSI project brings social uplift to local community
Artist’s impression The Penang South Islands (PSI) project is bringing social uplift to the local community besides creating new land bank for the state’s future development, Penang Infrastructure...
View ArticleLane closures at Penang Bridge to facilitate maintenance works from Aug 16 to...
PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) and Malaysian Highway Authority (MHA) to conduct scheduled pavement maintenance works from Aug 16 to Dec 30 to improve the motorist comfort and safety for Penang Bridge...
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