Proposed hotel and residences development by Macrovest Sdn. Bhd. (VST Group) along the iconic and sea-facing promenade of Gurney Drive. Strategically located on the reclaimed land directly opposite Gurney Plaza, overlooking newly opened Gurney Bay, a seafront public recreational space including a skate park and retail areas, This development encompasses a 69-storey condominium, set to become the tallest residential tower in Penang, housing 498 units and accompanied by a 10-level car parking podium. Alongside, a 28-storey hotel with 7-level car parking podium, featuring 217 rooms and suites, e ..read more

The land earmarked for the hotel and condominium project is not included in the Gurney Bay component projects. Penang Local Government, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman Jason H’ng Mooi Lye clarified that two parcels of government reserve land, spanning 21 acres (opposite Gurney Plaza) and seven acres (near the future Gurney Bay hawker centre), have been apportioned and are distinct from the Gurney Bay development. “The mixed-use development near Gurney Bay, situated on government reserve land (a portion of 21 acres opposite Gurney Plaza), is not affiliated with the Gurney Bay ..read more

Phase 2 of Cassia Cempaka in Batu Kawan is set to launch after the successful sell-out of phase 1. Now open for registration, the new phase includes a double-storey bungalow priced at RM1,786,076 and 26 semi-detached units ranging from RM941,043 to RM1,189,346. Strategically situated along Jalan Batu Kawan, Cassia Cempaka offers easy access to key landmarks like IKEA, Design Village, and the Penang Second Bridge. Its proximity to essential services such as the Batu Kawan Police Station and Fire & Rescue Station ensures both safety and convenience for residents. For further enquiries ..read more

Penang is witnessing a significant stride towards its Penang2030 vision. A recent workshop held at the G Hotel showcased remarkable progress, with 280 projects aligned with the strategic initiatives of Penang2030 reaching completion, marking an impressive overall progress rate of 68%. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, addressing the workshop, emphasized the necessity of sustained efforts and active participation to achieve the ambitious goals set for 2030. He underlined the importance of unwavering commitment from state representatives in realizing the vision within the designated timeframe. The ..read more

The construction of Mutiara Line, Penang’s first light rail transit (LRT) project, will be according to schedule despite a minor amendment to the original plan. Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim said everything would be carried out on time, adding that there is no need for the resubmission of the environmental impact assessment (EIA). “The slight amendment to the track is meant to accommodate the line extended to Penang Sentral on the mainland from Penang island via an elevated track above the sea. “Once we have updated the data on the LRT alignment ..read more

Penang, already renowned for its industrial prowess, is poised to solidify its position in the global technology arena with the establishment of its own Integrated Circuit (IC) Design and Digital Park. Spanning a vast million square feet of prime office space, including the existing Innoplex building within the Bayan Lepas Industrial Park, this ambitious project marks a significant milestone in the state’s journey towards innovation and economic growth. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow unveiled this groundbreaking initiative, highlighting Penang’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, dr ..read more

Source: Buletin Mutiara The implementation of various flood mitigation and infrastructure upgrading projects in Taman Sentul Jaya has successfully reduced the occurrence of flash floods that were previously frequent in the area. Chief Minister Y.A.B. Chow Kon Yeow stated that for this purpose, the Penang State Government has allocated approximately RM1 million to carry out the construction of flap gates and the installation of screw pumps at the Sentul Jaya Pump House. “The construction of flap gates along Parit 5 here is aimed at preventing water overflow into residential areas. This projec ..read more

The construction sector is expected to see a pick-up in job flows in the second half of this year (2H24), driven by infrastructure projects like the Penang light rail transit (LRT) and Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3) in the Klang Valley. Coupled with the strong demand for industrial buildings such as warehouses, data centres and semiconductor plants, the operating environment will likely remain favourable for the sector in Malaysia in the near term, leading to a bullish outlook. In line with this general optimism, MIDF Research reiterated its “positive” stance on the construction sector. The rese ..read more

Twin Star, an affordable housing development by Acara Prestasi Sdn. Bhd. in Jelutong. Located on approximately 3 acres of land along Lintang Slim, adjacent to Setia Sky Ville by S P Setia which was completed last year. It is just a mere minutes’ drive to Heng Ee secondary school, Penang Free School and Han Chiang College. The development will see the demolition of the existing landed buildings, for the construction of new skyscrapers in two phases: Phase 1: 30-storey affordable housing (258 units) Phase 2: 33-storey affordable housing (328 units) There will be 9 levels of car parking podium ..read more

In light of the ongoing Air-Itam Bypass project, another temporary road closure is scheduled to take place from the 3rd to the 4th of May 2024, between the hours of 9pm and 5am. This closure is necessary to facilitate beam launching works along the Lebuhraya Thean Teik, specifically between Desa Intan and Tanjung Court. During the closure period, motorists are advised to utilize alternative routes to reach their destinations. For those traveling from Batu Lanchang to Paya Terubong, please consider using Lengkok Angsana to Jalan Angsana, before resuming your journey at Lebuhraya Thean Teik. Si ..read more