Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry back on Dec 15 Posted on 09/12/2024 The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry service will resume on Dec 15, says federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. (Bernama pic) LABUAN: After a three-year wait, the Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry service will resume operations on Dec 15, says federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Zaliha expects the resumption of the service to help tackle Labuan’s long-standing accessibility challenges while revitalising its tourism sector. “This effort is crucial not only for the local community but also for boosting visitor numbers. The enhanced connectivity is expected to attract more visitors and foster economic growth in the region,” she said during an exclusive interview with Bernama. She also said the government plans to extend the 50% travel subsidy currently available for passengers and vehicles on the roll-on, roll-off to those using the express ferry service. The once-popular ferry service was forced to cease operations due to low traffic volume when the Covid-19 pandemic hit. News
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