The Penang state government has launched ONEMAP+, a new digital platform that allows the public to locate closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the state.

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow unveiled the platform during the Penang2030 Festival Lite KOMTAR 2026, describing it as a platform that brings together technology, public safety, healthcare and mobility information.

“One map, many uses. One platform, many benefits,” Chow said, adding that ONEMAP+ brings useful data closer to the public for everyday needs.

Developed by PLANMalaysia Penang and the state Information and Communications Technology Division, the platform incorporates data from the Penang Green Council, Penang Island City Council (MBPP), Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) and Penang Health Department.

The platform currently provides information on:

• 1,977 CCTV cameras across Penang
• 439 AED locations
• 494 EV charging stations

The CCTV mapping is intended to improve public awareness and support efforts to enhance safety across the island and mainland.

Meanwhile, the EV charging map allows motorists to identify nearby charging facilities as Penang continues to expand its green mobility infrastructure. Chow also launched a new EV charging station at McDonald’s in Batu Kawan, highlighting the need for more charging facilities to encourage EV adoption.

AED locations are also featured on the platform, providing potentially life-saving information during cardiac emergencies. Chow said more than 40 lives in Penang have been saved through the use of AEDs, and suggested that more devices should be installed at high-intensity recreational locations such as badminton courts.

ONEMAP+ is currently in its first phase, with the state government planning to expand and update the platform with additional information.

Future updates are expected to include locations of tourist attractions, eateries, clinics, hospitals and bus stations, according to Siti Mazrishah Mohamed Ibramsah, chief assistant secretary of the state Information and Communications Technology Division.

The public can access ONEMAP+ through the Penang Smart Parking app.

Chow said the initiative supports the Penang2030 vision by ensuring that technology delivers practical benefits to residents rather than simply increasing the amount of technology used in the state.

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Periodic partial lane closures along Jalan Tun Dr Awang and Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim, from the Sri Relau Complex to the Penang Golf Club, near here, will be implemented from Aug 20 to Oct 31 to facilitate preliminary construction works of the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in the area.

Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) said the 72-day closure, to be implemented from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm daily, was to facilitate drainage and road widening works under Package CMC1 of the Mutiara Line project.

“The closures involve several lanes, including the right lane of Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim, in front of the Sri Relau Complex, heading towards Komtar, as well as the left lane of Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim, starting from shop lots near SJK (C) Min Sin to the Penang Golf Club heading towards Komtar.

“In addition, the left lane at the traffic light intersection of Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim and Jalan Tun Dr Awang heading towards Komtar, as well as the leftmost lane on Jalan Tun Dr Awang, near the Taman Melati Jaya residential area heading towards Bayan Lepas, will also be closed, while other lanes will remain open to traffic,” it said in a statement today.

It added that signboards, traffic cones and flagmen would be stationed at the affected locations to facilitate traffic control and ensure the safety of road users.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution and follow the directional signage provided when passing the areas during the closure period.

For enquiries regarding the closures, the public can contact the MRT Careline at 1-800-88-6782 or email feedback_pml@mymrt.com.my.

Source: Bernama

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