Penang slated to have water taxis in 2026

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Commuters are expected to pay between RM1.30 (S$0.37) and RM15.90 (S$4.50).

People gathering on a pier set to be used by water taxis, close to the second Penang Bridge in Batu Maung, Penang.

The planned routes are 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. “The letter of intent was sent to the successful bidder to implement the project. The company has to provide certain information and comply with the terms outlined in the LOI before a formal offer letter is issued,” he confirmed.

The pre-development and development cost of the project are RM6.9 million and RM53.1 million respectively, according to the documents.Once the service is in operation, tickets can be bought online or via counters or kiosks at each jetty, while the service is expected to run from 6.30am to 10pm.

 

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