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Penang Ferry Service is the oldest ferry service in Malaysia. Located in the state of Penang, this famous ferry service connects Sultan Abdul Halim ferry terminal in Butterworth to Raja Tun Uda ferry terminal at Weld Quay in George Town on Penang Island. The ferries are designed for vehicles to roll-on/roll-off. Some board pedestrian passengers on the upper deck and small vehicles (cars) on the lower deck, whereas some board vehicles on both decks.
Contents
- History
- Ferry fleet
- Major events
- Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim Mainland Side
- Pangkalan Raja Tun Uda Island side
- Arrival Interval
- References
The benches for passengers on the upper decks have pivoting backs that can be flipped back and forth so passengers can sit facing in the direction of travel regardless of which way the ferry is going.
History
The ferry service began operation in 1920, under the management of a Chinese-owned company. However, today, it is operated by Penang Port Sdn Bhd.
Ferry fleet
The seven ferries in the current fleet and ten retired ferry are named after islands in Malaysia.