Safe ferry ride to Pulau Tioman

Going to Pulau Tioman? Use the ferry services from the Tanjung Gemuk jetty or take 40- minute Berjaya Air direct flights from the Subang airport to the island.

This is Berjaya Tioman Beach, Golf and Spa Resort's advice to its guests and trevellers.

The 361- room resort has a dedicated counter at Tanjung Gemuk engaging the services of Fast Ferry Venture Sdn Bhd, which has valid ferry licenses and boats which are in good condition and equipped with emergency gear.

Fast Ferry Venture transports guests to the resort's door- step while providing convenience and safety to guests.

"Only ferries with ample emergency equipment and adhering to strict safety standards are allowed to transport passengers to the resort ", Berjaya Tioman general manager Gordon Koh said.

He also vouches for the Blue Water Ferry Services in Mersing.

" Their ferries are new and made of high- quality fiberglass material ", Koh said.

His reassurances come in the wake of the Seagull Express ferry tragedy recently.

Koh said the resort was, as a precaution to avoid similar incidents, providing additional information operation schedules from Mersing and Tanjung Gemuk, apart from adopting measures to facilitate a smoother ride to Tioman.

Berjaya Hotels and Resorts marketing communications director Thang Han-Ni said a special hotline had been set up at its reservations office (603 2141 0088) for guest inquiries.

" In situations such as this, the company's first priority is the safety of our guests, employees and immediate neighbors. This situation poses no threat to our guests, safety and the resort is back to business.

" We maintain high standards in travel safety. The Seagull Express ferry incident is one that could- have been avoided, and we will endeavor to work with government officials and agencies to reinforce the safety of our customers", she said.