Penang’s medical tourism sector receives further boost
By V. Sivaji Penang’s medical tourism received a further boost with the signing of the Protocol of Medical Tourism Collaboration between Penang Centre of Medical Tourism (P.MED) and PT Citilink…
Low Cost Carrier MYAirline makes its maiden flight to Penang International Airport
The Penang International Airport (PIA) received two inaugural flights earlier today. This is surely a boost for domestic tourism and also Penang’s medical tourism. MYAirline made its inaugural flight from…
The George – newest luxury hotel in Georgetown is open
By V. Sivaji Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow officiated the soft-opening ceremony of the newest luxury hotel in Georgetown – The George. It offers a total of 92…
Mattel celebrates its 40th anniversary in Malaysia
Celebrating its 40th anniversary in Malaysia today, Mattel Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (MMSB) also announced a plant expansion, expected to be completed in January 2023. The world’s largest Hot Wheels manufacturing…
Penang CM along with veterans and VIPs mark Remembrance Day 2022
In memory of the fallen heroes from World War 1, World War 11 and the Emergency, a wreath laying ceremony was held at the cenotaph in Esplanade yesterday (Nov 27,…
Micron Technologies launches the first public-private childcare centre in Batu Kawan
By V. Sivaji The first industry-driven childcare centre was launched in Batu Kawan by Micron Technologies Inc. It is dubbed to be the first public-privately funded child care centre of…
Penang declares Nov 18 as public holiday
With general elections GE-15 set on November 19, Penang has joined the chorus of states to declare a state public holiday on November 18. Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon…
US-based Indium Corporation invests RM250 million for new plant in Penang
US-based global materials supplier to the electronics assembly and semiconductor packaging industries, Indium Corporation held its grand launch of its new 37,500-square-foot manufacturing facility with a special ceremony in Penang…
Oktoberfest Penang 2022 off to a great start
By V. Sivaji The Oktoberfest Festival 2022 is back in Penang with people from all walks of life gathering to celebrate the Bavarian festival. Organised by the Malaysian-German Society (MGS)…
Digital Penang and Microsoft sign MOU for fruitful collaboration
When tech-giant Microsoft comes calling, everyone takes notice. This is what happened when state agency, Digital Penang signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Microsoft to drive digital transformation and…