Aceh to Launch New Direct Ferry Service to Penang

Aceh to launch new direct ferry service to Penang

JAKARTA: Indonesia’s Aceh is set to launch a new direct ferry link from Krueng Geukueh Port to Penang, Malaysia, a move expected to boost trade, tourism, and cross-border economic ties. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

Aceh to Penang by sea — Indonesia set to launch new ferry route to enhance cross-border ties

JAKARTA, Aug 23 — Indonesia’s Aceh is set to launch a new direct ferry link from Krueng Geukueh Port in Muara Satu to Penang, Malaysia — a move expected to boost trade, tourism and cross-border economic ties. Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf, widely known as Mualem, said preparations are underway at the port ahead of the planned launch.“There are still some things we need to tidy up to make it more comfortable and suitable for use,” he said after ins…

New Aceh-Penang ferry service in the works

The ferry service would also support exports of Aceh’s key commodities, including gayo arabica coffee, tuna, patchouli oil, cloves and betel nuts.