Penang Hill cable car to cost taxpayers nothing, state agency says as private firm Hartasuma takes on RM245m project

GEORGE TOWN, May 23 — The Penang Hill cable car project will be fully financed and developed by a private concessionaire, with no cost to the state government, the Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) said today. In a statement, the state agency said the RM245 million project was awarded to local rail firm Hartasuma Sdn Bhd […]
Motorised Lift Set To Ease Journey To Hilltop Temple

The mobility initiative is about inclusivity, preserving heritage and ensuring that every visitor, regardless of age or ability, can access Arulmigu Sri Balathandayuthapani Temple in Jalan Kebun Bunga. — Photos: CHAN BOON KAI/The Star FOR years, devotees celebrating Thaipusam at the Arulmigu Sri Balathandayuthapani Waterfall Hilltop Temple in Penang have been making the challenging climb […]