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The 2nd Penang Bridge: November 2013 opening is UNLIKELY

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Penang Bridge -Penang Proudest Architecture

THE PENANG BRIDGE IS OPEN AGAIN!

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THIS WAS THE LAST RUN ON THIS FIRST PENANG BRIDGE.

NEXT YEAR, THE PENANG BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL MARATHON WILL BE RUN OVER THE SECOND PENANG BRIDGE!

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Click on the link for the results (unofficial):

Penonton: Penang Bridge Marathon 2013 – Top 10 Unofficial Results

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Malay Mail photos

http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/record-47000-runners-compete-in-last-edition-of-penang-bridge-marathon

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Star

Sunday November 17, 2013 MYT 7:10:39 PM

Kenyans sweep the Penang Bridge run

by ronnie oh

GEORGE TOWN: Kenya made a complete sweep of both the men’s and women’s Open categories in the Penang Bridge International Marathon on Sunday.

James C. Tallam, competing for the second time in the championships, emerged champion of the men’s Open when he clocked 2’24:40.31. Joseph Gitau Kariuki was second in 2’25:40.99 while Issac Kiplagat Kimayio clocked 2’25:57.66 to finish third.

“I was determined to win after feeling so disappointed with my third-place finish in my maiden appearance in 2010. Now that I have fulfilled my dream, it has made me feel so good about this win,” said the 27-year-old Tallam.

In the women’s Open, Naomi Wambui Muriuki clocked 2’53:02.78 to emerge champion. Cecilia Wangui Warutumo was second in 3’11:17.79 while Caroline Kigen clocked 3’14:52.45 for third spot.

Kenyans sweep the Penang Bridge run

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Kenya make clean sweep of KL Marathon Open titles

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GET PHOTOS OF THIS MORNING’S PENANG BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL MARATHON FROM THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE HERE:

Penang Bridge International Marathon

https://www.facebook.com/penangbridgemarathon

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My 1st full marathon medal~~

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Ladies are you ready!!?

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Sea of Purple Vests

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Penang Chief Minister Mr Lim Guan Eng guns off for the Full Marathon

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Star

Thursday November 14, 2013 MYT 6:14:55 PM

Penang bridge to be temporarily closed to traffic on Sunday

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Bridge will be temporarily closed to all traffic from 1am to 10am on Sunday, Nov 17, in conjunction with the Penang International Bridge Run.

Projek Lebuhraya Usahasama Bhd (PLUS) in a statement Thursday said the bridge would be closed for traffic from 1am to 10am.

The statement added that a number of roads leading to the bridge would also be closed for the same period to prevent any disruption during the run.

Motorists entering or leaving the Island are urged to use the Ferry services that will be in service for 24 hours.

“Motorists must follow the signage and direction put up by PLUS,” said PLUS in the statement.

Penang bridge to be temporarily closed to traffic on Sunday

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Additional Water Stations Written by magdalene Monday, 04 November 2013 14:32 In view of the bigger number of runners this year, we have decided to include 3 additional water stations along the running route. This will affect the Full Marathon runners so if you’re in this category, do take note!Location of additional water stations:Station A – between water station no. 11 and no. 12 on Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway Station B – between water station no. 10 and no. 11 on Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway Station C – at KM 1.0 on the Penang Bridge (After water station no. 5) Last Updated on Tuesday, 12 November 2013 10:21

Race Kit Collection Written by magdalene Wednesday, 06 November 2013 12:46 Race kit collection start this Saturday, 9 November! We have many queries asking where the collection venue is so here’s the map again to show you the exact location. Look out for our collection booth at the outdoor carpark in front of Queensbay Mall (circled in red below).Collection Schedule: 9 & 10 November (Sat & Sun): 9am to 9pm 11 – 15 November (Mon – Fri): 9am to 9pm 16 November (Sat): 9am to 4pm 17 November (Sun): Race day! Last Updated on Tuesday, 12 November 2013 10:22

http://www.penangmarathon.gov.my/portal/

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Penang Vacations

The Penang Bridge is no doubt one of the many architecture wonders of Penang. Ranks as the longest bridge in Asia and 5th largest in the world, the iconic bridge that took 5 years to
complete was the beloved bridge for every Penangites. It marks the new milestone that brings Penang closer to the world attention.

The dual-carriageway bridge connecting Gelugor on the island of Penang and Seberang Prai on the mainland of Malaysia has become a symbol of pride and national landmarks.

Its distinctive design and features saw the Penang Bridge won many awards.

• 1986 – Grand Award in the United States of America Engineering Excellence Competition sponsored by the Council of Consulting Engineers, Washington.
• 1993 – FIABCI Special Award (Development and Construction Phase Category) from the International Real Estate Federation of Malaysia.

The bridge also play host to an annual Penang Bridge run since its inception and has become a very popular event ever since. Local & international participant took part in a run that incorporates a marathon, a half-marathon and a quarter-marathon.

Perhaps, it was the broad & bold vision of the then prime minister of Malaysia, Dr Mahathir that the mega scale construction could be realize.

For more:

http://www.penang-vacations.com/penang-bridge.html

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