RM245m Penang Hill cable car project 32 per cent complete - CM
THE RM245 million Penang Hill cable car project is poised to be among the first of many infrastructure projects to be completed in the state by the end of next year. The 2.7km line, which runs from the Botanical Gardens as its base towards the popula...
The RM245 million Penang Hill cable car project, now 32 percent complete, is set to enhance the tourism appeal of the hill. The 2.7km line, running from the Botanical Gardens towards Penang Hill, is expected to be completed by the end of next year. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow inspected the progress, noting that the majority of the piling work is done, and the focus is now on erecting the pylon towers to support the cables.
Despite an initial delay due to earthworks technical assessment, the project is on track for completion in the fourth quarter. The privately funded project, by the Hartasuma Group, faced opposition from civil society groups, but was eventually approved. The alternative route from Teluk Bahang to Penang Hill was dismissed due to safety concerns.
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