Seri Tanjung Pinang Reclamation Phase 2, Pulau Pinang, MALAYSIA

E & O Properties Berhad is one of the prominent conglomerates within its own business domain. It intends to reclaim a marine area located on the northeastern waters of Penang Island totalling 740 hectares adjacent to the Phase 1 reclaimed area. This Seri Tanjong Pinang Phase 2 (STP2) project will complement the completed Phase 1 project at the same area. The massive reclamation project will be executed into numerous islands connected to each other. The idea introduced for the proposed development was taken from the Penang’s formation concept; the island’s strategic location, the connection between the sea and the island, suitable scale, various customs and traditions, and the unique waterfront buildings and existing resorts. The main tasks for this consulting work involves Coastal Engineering Studies and Detailed EIA for the project.

These studies include:

• Extensive hydraulic and coastal modeling of the impact of the reclamation project on coastal processes in the Penang channel and adjacent waters using MIKE 21 modeling system. These investigation includes assessment on waves, tidal flows, sediment transport, dispersion of suspended sediment and water quality study; and
• Detailed Environmental Impact Study jointly undertaken with UKM Pakarunding Sdn. Bhd. for the proposed project which includes assessment on the physical, biological, socio-economic and other pertinent environmental components in fulfilling DOE’s requirement.