Tourism industry players rejoice as more cruise ships are coming to SPCT
By V. Sivaji The Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) is set to receive a fleet of high-end cruise ships before the end of this year and also in the first…
The new Malaysian Tourism Federation (MTF) launched
The newly established Malaysian Tourism Federation (MTF) aims to unite individual independent National Tourism Associations under one umbrella, providing a unified voice and representation for the entire industry. Leading the…
PPSB inks MOU with University Malaysia Terengganu
Penang Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB) has joined forces with Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) in a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at spearheading sustainable practices and adopting advanced technology within…
Penang Port Commission holds “Fraternity Night” 2023
By V. Sivaji The Penang Port Commission (PPC) embarked on a trend setting initiative to became the first port in the country to go digital with its launch ceremony being…
Royal Caribbean appoints Diane Chiang as APAC sales director
Ms Diane Chiang Royal Caribbean announced the appointment of Diane Chiang as its new APAC sales director. Having joined the company in 2007 as a Business Analyst, Chiang has built…
MATTA and Tourism Malaysia to collaborate at World Travel Market 2023
The Malayan tiger In collaboration with Tourism Malaysia, MATTA is working with British Artist Rachel Gray, a recognised British artist of wildlife portraiture to launch the ‘Sustainable Malaysia Initiative’ at…
PCEB’s Industry Networking Night sees overwhelming response
By V. Sivaji The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) hosted its memorial “Industry Networking Night” at the Cheah Kongsi which saw overwhelming response from stakeholders. Some 150 guests from…
Penang DCM II welcomes the largest allocation for education in Budget 2024
Jagdeep highlighting the importance of record allocation for education in Budget 2024 With Penang ‘s economy dependent on manufacturing and the services sector, human capital plays a vital role in…
Tourism Malaysia Northern Region brings industry players together at networking session
The Tourism Malaysia Northern Region office organized a gathering with the tour and travel industry players at the Olive Tree Hotel in Bayan Lepas recently. In all, some 110 participants…
5-star accolade for The George, Georgetown
Another luxury boutique hotel in Georgetown, Penang has been awarded the 5-star status. This time around, The George, Georgetown Penang has been accorded a five-star rating in the city hotel…