The Penang state government is now seriously considering constructing a third bridge across the Penang Straits as an alternative to the long-proposed undersea tunnel, according to The Star.
Infrastructure and transport committee chairman, Zairil Khir Johari, confirmed that a feasibility study examining the potential of a new design, specifically a bridge or other alternatives, was completed in 2023. He stated that an implementation study focusing on the proposed bridge is currently underway and is expected to reach completion soon.
Once finalised, the new design for the third link will replace the original plan for an undersea tunnel. Zairil explained that the state will also conduct a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) and carry out any further necessary evaluations once the implementation study concludes.