Malaysian business licence·Federal
Cargo Handling Licence (CHL)
Issued by Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau PinangSection 59A, Port Commission of Penang Act
Overview
The Cargo Handling Licence (CHL) is required for businesses involved in cargo handling at the port. It permits the loading and unloading of cargo on the dock. Companies must comply with specific regulations set by the Port Commission of Penang.
Key details
Governing Act
Section 59A, Port Commission of Penang Act
Agency fees
RM 5,000 processing + RM 5,000 annual
Validity
1 year (renewable annually)
Issuing authority
Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang
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Eligible applicants
Sole proprietorships, partnerships, companies, cooperatives, limited liability partnerships
Application requirements
- The applicant company must submit an official application to the Port Commission of Penang (SPPP) and be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia.
- The applicant company must meet the requirements set by SPPP, including having sufficient employees, not employing foreign workers, submitting a list of equipment used, and complying with conditions set by the port operator, Penang Port Sdn. Bhd.
- SPPP will present qualifying applications at the SPPP Board Meeting for approval.
- The licence will be issued once all conditions are met.
- The licence may be revoked or suspended if the company violates the licence conditions and can only be reinstated once compliance is achieved.
Agency fee breakdown
New Application / Renewal
Fee - RM5,000.00
Validity period - One year
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