Premier life-style property developer Jap & Oriental Berhad (“E&O” or the “Group”) formally unveiled the Gurney Bridge this morning, marking the introduction of a key gateway into Andaman Island.
The opening ceremony was graced by the presence of Yang Amat Berhormat Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, alongside Dato’ Seri Tee Eng Ho, Government Chairman of E&O and different key senior administration workforce members.
Constructed to be a signature landmark alongside Penang’s northern seafront, the eight-lane Gurney Bridge displays E&O’s dedication to sustainable placemaking and enhanced mobility. The bridge options 4 meters pedestrian walkway on each side, which seamlessly connects the colourful public realms of Gurney Bay to Andaman Island, permitting residents and guests to get pleasure from car-lite journey and waterfront leisure.
The bridge additionally serves as the primary entry level into Andaman Island, E&O’s master-planned group constructed on the ethos of a 15-minute metropolis, the place workplaces, training, hospitality, and recreation are all accessible inside a brief stroll or cycle.
Jap & Oriental Berhad managing director Kok Tuck Cheong mentioned, “The opening of the Gurney Bridge not solely strengthens connectivity to Andaman Island but in addition helps the event of a effectively related and thriving group, with journey time between Andaman Island and Gurney Drive anticipated to be lowered by quarter-hour to simply 5 minutes’ drive. Apart from, this marks the second bridge linking Andaman Island, following the completion of the primary Andaman Bridge in 2022.
We wish to specific our honest appreciation to the Penang state authorities and our companions for his or her continued confidence and collaboration. Their assist has been instrumental in reaching this milestone, which can function a catalyst for future developments on Andaman Island. Collectively, we’ll proceed to drive sustainable progress and improve Penang’s international competitiveness, contribute meaningfully to the state’s long-term financial transformation.”
Driving Development on Andaman Island
Andaman Island has continued to garner robust market confidence because the profitable maiden launch of The Meg and Arica which achieved a full sell-out and established the inspiration for the island’s rising residential group. This momentum continued with The Lume, a resort-style condominium designed with lush greenery, leisure facilities and serene seafront residing.
E&O’s landed choices, Senna semi-detached residences and Fera terrace properties have additional strengthened demand, significantly amongst households searching for spacious layouts, privateness and proximity to parks and leisure pathways. Complementing these is Maris, a premium seafront tower that includes expansive views of the Malacca Strait and a wellness-oriented life-style expertise.
Wanting forward, E&O will likely be introducing Avea, a brand new lifestyle-driven residential precinct impressed by resort residing and constructed round walkability, group interplay and thoughtfully curated facilities. Avea marks one other vital milestone within the island’s multi-phase improvement technique.
As Andaman Island continues to take form, every precinct reinforces E&O’s imaginative and prescient of a 15-minute metropolis the place properties, workplaces, training, hospitality, retail and recreation are seamlessly built-in. The opening of the Gurney Bridge enhances this ecosystem by enhancing entry for residents, guests and future communities, supporting a car-lite and related life-style whereas driving financial vibrancy and tourism enchantment.
