A total of 15 sites across Penang have been proposed for gazettement as heritage sites under the Enakmen Warisan Negeri Pulau Pinang 2011. The notice, issued by the State Heritage Commissioner, invites owners and affected parties to submit objections or feedback before 28 April 2026.

The proposed sites span both island and mainland, covering religious landmarks, institutional buildings, and historically significant locations. Among them are well-known sites in George Town such as the Penang Free School, the High Court building, Fort Cornwallis, and several places of worship including Kapitan Keling Mosque, Lebuh Acheh Mosque, and St. George’s Church. Clan heritage is also represented with Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi included in the list.

On the mainland, notable inclusions are Batu Bersurat Cherok Tok Kun in Bukit Mertajam, Leng Eng Seah Temple site in Butterworth, and the Guar Kepah archaeological site in Kepala Batas.

The designation aims to preserve sites of historical, cultural, and architectural value, ensuring their protection for future generations. Once gazetted, these sites may be subject to conservation guidelines and restrictions on development or alteration.

Property owners or stakeholders who may be affected by the proposed designation can submit their objections in writing to the Penang State Heritage Commissioner’s office at KOMTAR, or via email, within the stipulated period.

The Enzo @ VonaPark is a commercial property development by Vona Parkcity Sdn. Bhd. located along Jalan Bukit Gambier in Penang Island. The site sits adjacent to Jade View Apartment and approximately 500 metres from the Pinnacle Bukit Gambier development by Pinnacle Homes Sdn. Bhd., while the Bukit Gambier entrance to Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is about 1km away. The location places the project within an established residential and institutional area that has seen increasing high-rise developments in recent years, supported by its proximity to the university as well as nearby neighbourhoods such as Sungai Dua and Gelugor.

The project consists of a 48-storey commercial building featuring two service apartment towers built on a multi-level podium. Tower A will house 460 serviced apartment units across 36 residential floors, while Tower B will contain 471 units across 34 residential floors, with community facility floor on Level 11 and a 10-storey podium structure that accommodates parking from the lower ground level up to Level 10. At ground level, 14 shop units and a parking management office are planned to support the development’s residents and surrounding community.

Project Name : The Enzo @ Vonapark
Location : Bukit Gambier
Property Type : Serviced residence
Land Tenure: (to be confirmed)
Built-up Area: 743 sq.ft. & 1,044 sq.ft.
Total Units : 931
Indicative Price: (to be confirmed)
Developer : Vona Parkcity Sdn. Bhd.

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Several long-term night lane closures and traffic diversions will begin from 16 April 2026 along key stretches of Jalan Tengah and Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, as preliminary utility works for the Penang LRT Mutiara Line (CMC1 package) move into a more active phase. The closures, announced by MRT Corp, will remain in place until 30 September 2026, with works carried out nightly from 10pm to 5am.

Among the affected locations is Jalan Tengah near Giant Bayan Baru, where the leftmost lanes in both directions, the Mayang Pasir slip road, and the inner road between Nasi Kandar Makbul and Nasi Kandar Pelita will be closed in stages for utility detection and piloting works. At the same time, multiple sections of Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah will also see intermittent lane reductions, including the stretch between Pelita Nasi Kandar and the Snake Temple, the section between Jalan Tengah Apartment and Tokong Ular, as well as the industrial corridor between Clarion and Dynacraft Industries. In most cases, at least one lane in each direction will remain open to maintain traffic flow.

These works form part of the enabling phase for the Mutiara Line alignment through Bayan Baru and Bayan Lepas, one of the busiest commuting corridors on the island. Motorists using the airport route, FTZ industrial belt, and surrounding residential areas are advised to expect slower traffic conditions at night and to follow directional signage placed along the affected stretches. MRT Corp has also deployed traffic personnel, cones, and temporary barriers to manage vehicle movement safely throughout the construction period.

Construction of Package 2 of the Juru-Sungai Dua Traffic Dispersal Project is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2026, as Penang moves ahead with a major infrastructure initiative aimed at easing chronic congestion along the North–South Expressway corridor. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state government welcomes the federal government’s commitment to accelerate the project, which is seen as a strategic solution for one of the busiest traffic bottlenecks in the northern region.

The broader project will be implemented in phases, covering Packages 2 through 5 to complete the alignment from the Juru toll plaza to Sungai Dua. Package 1, which began physical works in October last year, is currently ahead of schedule and is expected to be operational by the end of 2027 based on its 24-month construction timeline. Once all phases are completed by the targeted end-2030 timeline, the project is expected to significantly improve travel comfort, strengthen regional connectivity, and support economic growth across Penang’s rapidly expanding industrial and residential zones.

The traffic dispersal route forms part of the larger 17.4km Juru–Sungai Dua Elevated Highway project, featuring a 9km elevated section. With the affected PLUS stretch currently carrying over 200,000 vehicles daily, the new alignment is expected to ease spillover congestion in surrounding areas such as Permatang Pauh, Bukit Mertajam, and Perai, improving daily commutes and business mobility throughout Seberang Perai.

The Penang International Logistics Aeropark (PILA), a strategic joint venture between the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), has officially secured approval for its Master Layout Planning Permission, marking a major milestone in strengthening Penang’s logistics and industrial ecosystem.

The project, which will introduce a new air cargo terminal at the Penang International Airport precinct, is set to play a key role in enhancing the Northern Region’s logistics capabilities while supporting the continued expansion of Penang’s industrial sector, particularly the fast-growing semiconductor and electrical & electronics (E&E) industries.

Following the approval, PDC has commenced earthworks and ground treatment works at the site. The first phase of the new air cargo warehouse, which will carry Free Commercial Zone status, is expected to be completed and begin operations by 2029.

Once fully developed, PILA is projected to handle cargo capacity of up to 500,000 tonnes annually by 2050, supported by more than 2 million sq ft of warehouse space. For its first phase alone, the new cargo warehouse is expected to provide an additional 100,000 tonnes of annual cargo handling capacity, significantly boosting Penang’s air freight capabilities.

The project is seen as a crucial infrastructure component to meet the future logistics demands of Penang’s semiconductor and E&E industries, aligning closely with the state’s broader development agenda under Penang2030 Vision, the Penang State Structure Plan 2030, and the ongoing expansion of the Penang International Airport.

Beyond its role in cargo handling, PILA is expected to enhance Penang’s position as a high-value manufacturing and supply chain hub in the region, offering seamless connectivity for global exporters and logistics operators serving the state’s industrial parks.

A launch ceremony for PILA is currently being actively planned, with the project already receiving leasing commitments from international logistics companies as well as local industry players. The official launch is expected to be officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, underscoring the project’s national strategic significance.