Press Statement by YB Danny Law Heng Kiang, Chairman of Penang Bridge International Marathon Committee, on the launching of Online Registration

The long-awaited Allianz Penang Bridge International Marathon (APBIM) will be open for Online Registration on 28 April 2012! This year, the marathon will be held on 18 November 2012.

Every year, thousands of marathon enthusiasts be it amateur or professional, local or international, have made the event a success. As old as the Penang Bridge itself, APBIM has been attracting people from all over the world regardless of age and background since September 1985. Last year, total number of participants reached up to 27,500 runners compared to 24,000 in year 2010 and 19,000 in year 2009.

"Allianz is excited to be involved in the APBIM for the second consecutive year. We strongly believe that the marathon is an ideal platform for us to create better awareness on the importance of practicing a healthy lifestyle amongst Malaysians", said Mr Jens Reisch, Chief Executive Officer of Allianz Malaysia Berhad.

The categories of the PBIM include a full marathon, half marathon, 10k marathon and a Fun Run.  The full marathon is open to men and women above the age of 18 years with a choice of open and veteran running category. For the half marathon, it is also open to men and women above the age of 18 year, while the 10k marathon is divided into open (aged 18 and above) and junior (aged 13 and above) categories. The Fun Run is opened to those from age 13 years and above.

Full, half and 10k marathons are competitive and will be timed.  For competitive runs, a running vest, bib, finishers’ medal and certificate will be given; while a t-shirt and certificate will be given to fun runners. The participation fee for each category is as the following:

For this year, the dateline for closing of registration is on 15 October 2012, while early bird registration rate is applicable from 28 April till 30 May.  Normal rate will be charged thereafter.  For the late comers, a higher fee will be applicable if you register after 15 September.

Stay tuned for more updates and other news on the PBIM! Courier service option is available for address in West Malaysia, East Malaysia and Singapore (option ends 15th Aug 2012).

This event is organized by the Penang State Tourism Development and Culture Office.

Date: 28th April 2012

Venue: Tanjung Bungah Beach Hotel

Prize giving for winners of PBIM2012 Design Competition

First prize winner, Mr Mohamad Fairoz Hassan:

2nd prize winner Mr Chan Kok Han:

PBIM2012 Chairman, YB Danny Law Heng Kiang; 1st prize winner, Mohamad Fairoz Hassan; 2nd prize winner, Chan Kok Han, and Tanjung Bungah Hotel's GM, Mr Andy Fong.

Are you ready for one of the biggest events in Malaysia? Penang Bridge International Marathon 2012 starts today (28th April 2012)!

Please note an official receipt will be sent to your email address once payment thru our payment gateway has been confirmed.

p.s. Our system will not generate "Registration Confirmation" email like previous years. Only generate official receipts. Thanks.

Thank you for participating in the 2012 Penang Bridge International Marathon design competition. 

After many weeks of consideration, we are proud to announce that Mr Mohamad Fairoz Hassan is the first prize winner of our PBIM design competition! The second prize winner goes to Mr Chan Kok Han. 

Overall, the entries were judged on their aesthetic appeal, suitability and overall creativity. 

Congratulations to the winners, and thank you all once again for participating. The winners will receive a text from us announcing the prize collection date.

Mr Mohamad Fairoz Hassan's:

Mr Chan Kok Han's: