Malaysian business licence·Federal
Coastal Goods Handling Authority Letter (CKM)
Issued by Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau PinangPenang Port Commission Act 1955; Section 60
Overview
This licence allows private jetties to handle cargo at the Port of Penang. It is required for businesses operating in this capacity and ensures compliance with local regulations.
Key details
Governing Act
Penang Port Commission Act 1955; Section 60
Agency fees
Free processing fee
Validity
1 year (renewable annually)
Issuing authority
Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang
Fees shown are government / local-authority fees payable to the issuing agency. Emerhub charges a separate service fee for handling the application end-to-end.
Eligible applicants
Sole proprietorships, partnerships, companies, cooperatives, limited liability partnerships
Application requirements
- The applicant company must submit an official application to the Penang Port Commission (SPPP) and be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia.
- SPPP will submit the application to the Office of the Secretary of the State of Penang and the Royal Malaysian Customs Department to obtain clearance for SPPP to issue the authority letter.
- The application will also be presented at the SPPP Board Meeting for approval.
- The authority letter will be issued once all the above conditions are met.