27-05-2025
KK-Labuan ferry service resumes after long hiatus
Published on: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Published on: Tue, May 27, 2025
By: Larry Ralon Text Size: Hajiji and Dr Zaliha visiting the jetty area after launching the jetty and the Kota Kinabalu-Labuan Passenger Ferry Service at the Kota Kinabalu Port. KOTA KINABALU: The passenger ferry service between Kota Kinabalu and Labuan has resumed after several years of suspension, restoring a vital transport link for public travel and regional economic activity. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the revival reflects the Government's commitment to public welfare, highlighting the route's importance for families, education, tourism, and business. The service was previously halted due to unsafe jetty conditions, subsidy cuts, and the Covid-19 pandemic. Operations have now shifted from Jesselton Point to Kota Kinabalu Port, overseen by the port authority, with RM1.3 million allocated for upgrades. Hajiji thanked the involved agencies for their cooperation. Several federal and state leaders were present at the launch. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss.
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