Chennai : Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) is pleased to announce the launch of IndiGo’s direct flight from Chennai to Penang, with the inaugural flight scheduled for the 21st of December 2024. This marks a significant step in strengthening the relationship between Penang and India. The new route further cements PCEB’s ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and foster closer ties between the two regions.
Since 2017, PCEB has been dedicated to elevating Penang’s profile in India, beginning with the launch of the Penang Roadshow. This annual event has successfully showcased Penang’s unique blend of culture, business opportunities, and tourism offerings to major cities across India. The upcoming 2025 roadshow will be the eighth edition of this initiative, underscoring PCEB’s long-term commitment to the Indian market and its continuous efforts to promote Penang as an attractive destination for both leisure and business.
With the addition of the Chennai-Penang route, Penang’s network of direct international flights now totals 19. This expanded connectivity includes direct flights from major cities such as Bangkok, Hong Kong, Medan, Singapore, Jakarta, Surabaya, Banda Aceh, Phuket, Guangzhou, Taipei, Ho Chi Minh City, Xiamen, Dubai, Doha, Shanghai, Shenzhen, as well as charter connections to Chongqing and Kunming. These routes position Penang as a key travel hub in Southeast Asia, further enhancing its accessibility for travelers and businesses alike.
Mr. Ashwin Gunasekeran, CEO of Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), expressed his enthusiasm about the new flight: “The introduction of the direct Chennai-Penang flight represents the culmination of years of strategic engagement. Our focus has always been to create lasting connections with Indian businesses and travelers. This new route will simplify travel and open doors for further collaboration, reinforcing the growing bond between Penang and India.”
YB Wong Hon Wai, Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, emphasized the significance of the new route. “This connection between Chennai and Penang bridges two vibrant cultures and opens up avenues for economic and creative growth,” he said. “With this flight, Penang is closer than ever to our Indian friends, and I am confident it will lead to a strong increase in tourism and business events that will benefit both regions.”
The new direct flight from Chennai is poised to strengthen Penang’s tourism and economic ties with India, offering greater convenience for travelers seeking to experience Penang’s rich heritage, dynamic culture, and thriving business environment. PCEB anticipates that this enhanced connectivity will further fuel the growth of Penang’s business events sector, solidifying the destination’s position as a premier hub for international conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events.
About Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB)
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) is a state bureau established to develop the Business Events and meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) industry in Penang. PCEB aims to position Penang as the preferred location for Business Events activities in the region. With its rich UNESCO heritage, thriving multicultural society, state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant natural attractions, Penang offers a truly eclectic tropical experience.
In line with its mission to incubate the growth of Business Events in Penang, PCEB serves as Penang’s focal point for the coordination of all Business Events activities, providing expert assistance to organisations and Business Events planners at every step of the planning. PCEB’s team of industry experts work hand-in-hand with professional service providers and world-class hotels, convention centres and unique venues to ensure the smoothness and success of each event organised. PCEB’s goal is to enhance our Business Events clients’ experience and at the same time to expand the beneficial economic impact of local MICE businesses.
For more information, kindly contact:
Arvind S.SanthaselvanExecutive, Marketing & Communications
Email: arvind@pceb.my
Tel: +604 261 6161
Web: www.pceb.my
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