MELAKA NEW CRUISE TERMINAL

New cruise terminal will boost Melaka’s economy, says Loke

Bernama

-04 Nov 2024, 02:32 PM

The transport minister says it will increase tourism activities and will significantly benefit the state’s economy.

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Transport minister Loke Siew Fook receiving a souvenir from Melaka chief minister Ab Rauf Yusoh (fourth from left) at the launch of the Melaka International Maritime Economy Conference 2024 today. (Bernama pic

MELAKA: 

The construction of a cruise terminal in Pulau Melaka, Banda Hilir here, is poised to significantly enhance Melaka’s economy through increased tourism, says transport minister Loke Siew Fook.

He said the project is in line with the federal government’s focus on the maritime economy’s essential role in national development.

“Cruise tourism holds immense potential, especially as we (the government) are actively promoting this sector. We have major cruise ports, including Port Klang and Penang.

“We anticipate that the completion of this terminal (in Melaka) will significantly benefit the state’s economy and stimulate regional development,” Loke said following the launch of the Melaka International Maritime Economy Conference 2024 (Mimec 2024), which was officiated by chief minister Ab Rauf Yusoh here today.

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NEW WEST COAST HIGHWAY EXPANSION

 

Say goodbye to traffic jams: West Coast Expressway to ease North-South Expressway congestion, elevate local growth, says transport minister

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said that apart from reducing traffic congestion, the project, which is in the planning stages, will positively impact development in areas along the route, thereby contributing to the local economy. — Bernama pic

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Saturday, 02 Nov 2024 4:23 PM MYT

TANGKAK, Nov 2 — The West Coast Expressway (WCE) from Banting, Selangor, to Gelang Patah, Johor, will serve as an alternative route to alleviate the traffic congestion frequently faced by motorists on the North-South Expressway (NSE).

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said that apart from reducing traffic congestion, the project, which is in the planning stages, will positively impact development in areas along the route, thereby contributing to the local economy.

“It will be an alternative to the NSE because we know that the expressway, especially from Johor Baru to the north or Kuala Lumpur, is always congested on weekends and sometimes unable to accommodate the volume of vehicles.

“When this new alignment is built, it will also act as a catalyst for new development in the adjacent coastal areas,” he told reporters after attending the groundbreaking ceremony for the Multi-Purpose Building at Pei Hwa Independent High School here today.

Also present were Johor Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Khairin-Nisa Ismail@Md On and the school principal Ang Chee Boon.

Loke said the areas expected to benefit from the economic spillover of the project include Klang, Port Dickson, Melaka, Muar and Batu Pahat.

PRIVATISED EV BUSES IN MELAKA

Tuesday, 29 Oct 2024 3:02 PM MYT

MELAKA, Oct 29 — The government has allocated RM83.76 million to implement stage bus programme in Melaka, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said.

He said the funds are provided to a private operator on a five-year contract to ensure continuous service for the public.A new privatised company will offer EV public buses in Melaka. 

SCOOT FLIES INTO AND OUT OFMELAKA

Scoot commences Singapore - Melaka flights

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State Tourism, Heritage, Arts and Culture Committee chairman Datuk Abdul Razak Abdul Rahman said the flight plays an important role in supporting Melaka's international tourism agenda including preparations for World Tourism Day 2025 and the World Tourism Conference 2025.

Scoot flights to Melaka will operate five times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting today.“

Scoot will also provide night flights on certain days to give more options to passengers, especially for those who need more flexible travel times,” he said.

He toldl reporters after the First Flight Reception Ceremony for the Scoot Aircraft to Melaka at the Melaka International Airport (LTAM) in Batu Berendam here today. 

Also present were Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, Melaka Government Secretary Datuk Azhar Arshad and Scoot Pvt Ltd chief commercial officer Calvin Chan.

The inaugural 50-minute flight which arrived at about 2.55 this afternoon, carried 112 passengers from Singapore to Melaka while 107 passengers departed from Melaka to Singapore

WEST COAST EXPRESSWAY

 

Saturday, 19 Oct 2024 9:35 AM MYT

MELAKA, Oct 19 — The construction of the West Coast Expressway (WCE) from Banting to Gelang Patah that was announced during the Madani Budget 2025, will benefit Melaka, its chief minister, Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said.

He said this was because the highway would be an alternative route for motorists to get to Melaka besides the North South Expressway.

SHAH ALAM, Oct 18 – The Federal government will prioritise the completion of existing major infrastructure projects, including the completion of the West Coast Expressway (WCE), specifically the Banting to Gelang Patah section, as a means to alleviate traffic along the North-South Highway.

Webmaster : When completed,  motorists can travel to Melaka via the coastal road.

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