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Penang ferry collision probe enters final stage, report due this month

GEORGE TOWN: The investigation into the Teluk Bahang ferry-MV Mekar Jaya collision has entered its final stage, with the report expected to reach the Transport Ministry this month.

Penang ferry collision probe enters final stage, report due this month

The final stage of the investigation into the Teluk Bahang ferry-MV Mekar Jaya collision in Penang Port has been reached, with the Transport Ministry to receive the report this month, according to Penang Port Commission (PPC) chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin. The incident occurred on September 1, resulting in 21 injuries. Several investigative measures have been conducted, including inspections of the vessel and ferry, and recording statements from relevant parties.

Yeoh stated that the final report will reveal the details surrounding the collision and the factors that contributed to the incident.

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