The Penang state government has directed Hartasuma Sdn Bhd, the company currently constructing the Penang Hill cable car, to conduct a feasibility study on a proposed cable car service linking the Botanic Gardens to Gurney Bay.

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow emphasised that the study is a separate initiative from the ongoing Penang Hill project.

“We are merely looking into the feasibility of building cable cars to connect these two tourist attractions,” he said, noting that the proposed 2.5km route would connect two of the city’s iconic recreational and tourism spots.

Chow said if implemented, the project could become another major tourist draw for the state. Once the study is completed, the findings will be reviewed before any final decision is made.

Meanwhile, Hartasuma is moving forward with the RM367.2 million Penang Hill cable car project, slated for completion in early 2027.