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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > paya-terubong-rep-flags-slow-progress-at-air-itam-bypass-construction

Paya Terubong rep flags slow progress at Air Itam bypass construction

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (255+ words) Paya Terubong State Assemblyman Wong Hon Wai has'flagged a disparity in construction progress along the new Air Itam'Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu bypass, following a recent site visit to the elevated highway linking Farlim to Lebuh Tun Lim Chong Eu....

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > the-ev-transition-is-redefining-urban-living-in-penang

The EV transition is redefining urban living in Penang

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (228+ words) Penang is quietly cementing its reputation as one of Malaysia's most EV-forward states, and for property buyers and developers, that shift carries real implications. According to data from the Malaysia Zero Emission Vehicle Association (My ZEVA), Penang has already surpassed…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > penang-property-market-outpaces-national-average-in-q1-2026

Penang property market outpaces national average in Q1 2026

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (498+ words) Malaysia's property market opened 2026 on a cautious note with moderate performance in the first quarter, but Penang bucked the national trend with price growth running at more than double the country's average, according to the Property Market Report for Q1 2026 released…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > penang-weighs-third-bridge-as-alternative-to-undersea-tunnel

Penang weighs third bridge as alternative to undersea tunnel

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (196+ words) The Penang state government is exploring the possibility of building a new third bridge connecting Penang Island to the mainland, positioning it as a potential alternative to the long-discussed undersea tunnel project. State infrastructure committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari confirmed…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > long-term-traffic-diversion-at-jalan-tengah-begins-may-16-for-penang-lrt-works

Long-term traffic diversion at Jalan Tengah begins May 16 for LRT works

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (318+ words) As part of the ongoing construction of the Penang LRT Mutiara Line, Mass Rapid Transit Corporation (MRT Corp) has announced a long-term "Free-Flow" traffic management plan at the junction of Jalan Tengah and Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah. In a statement…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > real-estate-still-a-strong-inflation-hedge-despite-market-uncertainty

Real estate still a strong inflation hedge despite market uncertainty

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (249+ words) Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over rising inflation, Malaysia's property sector continues to show resilience, according to a recent report by RHB Investment Bank. The research house said real estate remains an effective hedge against inflationary pressures, particularly amid…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > site-progress-nexus-industrial-hub-may-2026

SITE PROGRESS: Nexus Industrial Hub (May 2026)

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (80+ words) About Nexus Industrial Hub The development offers three unit types with different build-up and land sizes, providing options to accommodate varying business scales. Its location is linked by the North-South Expressway and in proximity to the Penang First and Second…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > the-meg-marks-completion-at-andaman-island

The Meg marks completion at Andaman Island

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (315+ words) The completion of The Meg at Andaman Island has reached a significant milestone with the issuance of Vacant Possession (VP), marking another step forward in the transformation of Penang's northern coastline. The milestone was celebrated during The Meg Appreciation Dinner…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > tasek-gelugor-xchange

Tasek Gelugor Xchange

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (234+ words) Penang Property Talk Tasek Gelugor XChange (TGX) is located in Tasek Gelugor at a junction connecting parts of Penang and Kedah, within a developing suburban corridor in North Seberang Perai. The site is accessible via the North'South Expressway and is…...

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penangpropertytalk. com > 2026 > 05 > penang-durian-valley-relau-takes-shape-with-completion-slated-for-2027

Penang Durian Valley @ Relau takes shape with completion slated for 2027

3+ week, 1+ hour ago  (308+ words) Penang is set to strengthen its agrotourism sector with the development of the Penang Durian Valley @ Relau (PDV), an integrated durian-based hub scheduled for completion in April 2027. According to Chow Kon Yeow, the project is a rebranding of the existing…...