Expansion of Penang airport gets green light


Transport Minister Loke said the exact figures for the total cost of the expansion will only be determined after a tender process is undertaken by MAHB.

LANGKAWI: Penang International Airport’s (PIA) plans for expansion have been approved by the Cabinet and will cost more than RM1bil, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

He said the paper was presented for approval in terms of its funding model last week.

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