Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2)
30 December 2019 Tourists from China and India can only reapply to enter the country via the Electronic Travel Registration and Information (eNTRI) visa 45 days after leaving Malaysia, says the Home Ministry. In a statement, the ministry said the 45-day rule is aimed at preventing any abuse of the visa-free requirement. “Entering the country … Continue reading Tourist re-entry has 45-day cool-off
30 December 2019 Being at the airport isn’t an excuse to drink mediocre coffee. You’re early for your flight and a good shot of caffeine is exactly what you need to perk up as you watch fellow travellers maneuver their suitcases around the KLIA’s huge premises. Fret not, just look for a giant Costa Coffee … Continue reading Costa Coffee now brewing fresh at KLIA
30 December 2019 An AirAsia flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) turned back three minutes after taking off from Langkawi International Airport (LIA) on Monday (Dec 30) morning. LIA manager Jefry Ramli said flight AK9327 carrying 156 passengers and crew departed at 9.17am. He said the airport received information on problems encountered by … Continue reading AirAsia flight to klia2 turns back to Langkawi
29 December 2019 Tourists from China and India can only reapply to enter Malaysia via the visa-free Electronic Travel Registration and Information (eNTRI) system 45 days after they leave the country, says the Home Ministry. In a statement, the ministry said the 45-day rule was considered a cooling-off period aimed at preventing any abuse of … Continue reading Home Ministry: E-registration for China, India tourists isn’t for those who overstay
29 December 2019 The year 2019 that is about to end in two days time witnessed numerous fake news swirling on the social media and at times even reaching the mainstream media, thanks to perpetrators who have gone into overdrive spinning misinformation and the ignorant who made them viral. Malaysians will recall how sensational untruths … Continue reading Fake news galore in 2019, but Malaysians know the truth
28 December 2019 The previous government administration pushed infrastructure development in Malaysia between 2009 and 2018 but also left the country with a mountain of debt, the Edge reported today. The report said projects such as the extension of the light rail transit (LRT) in the Klang Valley to the Second Penang Bridge contributed to … Continue reading 2010-2019: The decade of disruption – Construction sector propelled by debt bingeing
28 December 2019 By Rosli Khan With the impending change of the prime ministerial baton in 2020, it is only fair that our attention turns to Port Dickson, a constituency represented by none other than prime minister-in-waiting Anwar Ibrahim. I have always had a soft spot for Port Dickson. I remember in the mid-70s, when … Continue reading From Dr M’s Langkawi to Anwar’s Port Dickson
25 December 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is scheduled to embark on its expansion works for the Penang International Airport (IATA Code: PEN) by next year. MAHB group chief executive officer Raja Azmi Raja Nazuddin said the airport operator has started the process of pre-qualification via open tender to local contractors to undertake the … Continue reading Expansion works for Penang International Airport to start early next year
25 December 2019 The year saw the country’s aviation sector square up to a string of challenges such as overcapacity in the region, rising cost, air-safety rating downgrade, airport system malfunction coupled with slower economic growth and volatile foreign exchange rate. Flag carrier Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB) remained in the spotlight as it continued to … Continue reading Perfect crosswind landing for aviation sector in 2019
24 December 2019 THE plan to merge the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) into a single regulatory body overseeing both the commercial aspects and safety standards of the industry has caused concern among some parties. The plan not only came as a surprise to many, but the explanations … Continue reading Aviation experts voice concerns on Mavcom-CAAM merger plan
23 December 2019 A review of the Mass Rapid Transit Line 3 (MRT3) or MRT Circle Line project, which was suspended earlier, is under way and various new funding options, including possibly getting real estate developers and owners to partially fund the project may be explored. Experts said several models including that of Singapore and … Continue reading Review of MRT3 under way
20 December 2019 Going to and from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2 is often expensive. However, not a lot of people realised that they actually have a cheaper alternative for these trips – a RM10 alternative. Introducing the RapidKL Airport Shuttle Bus. Okay, we understand that this isn’t exactly new news, but we … Continue reading Travel To And From KLIA And klia2 From As Low As RM4
19 December 2019 The Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has arrived in Malaysia to attend the Kuala Lumpur Summit (KL Summit) 2019. The aircraft carrying the Qatari monarch touched down at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) here at about 11pm. His Majesty was greeted on arrival by Malaysia’s Minister of … Continue reading Emir of Qatar arrives in Malaysia for KL summit
18 December 2019 Passengers travelling in and out of Malaysia via Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will now be able to enjoy a hassle-free and smoother airport experience following new initiatives by Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) and Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB). As a start, both MAHB and MAB, worked together to form the Innovation … Continue reading Better experience for travellers at KLIA
19 December 2019 Lacoste has opened a new 60sq m duty free in klia2 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in partnership with Valiram Group. The new store is located on the departure ground level (airside) in the low-cost carrier terminal. Marco Dippe, CEO Asia Pacific & Global Travel Retail said: “We are thrilled to open … Continue reading Lacoste opens new 60sq m boutique at KLIA 2 in partnership with Valiram
16 December 2019 Last week, the government confirmed that the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) will be disbanded and merged with the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). The decision was made by the Cabinet on Dec 11. The Ministry of Transport said the consolidation aims to optimise human and financial resources while improving governance and … Continue reading Frankly speaking: Will one be better than two?
14 December 2019 Leading independent travel retailer Dimensi Eksklusif and coffee brand Starbucks captured the big prizes of the night, Best Retailer for Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) / klia2 and for other airports respectively, at the annual Malaysia Airports Concessionaire Awards on Friday. Dimensi won three awards in all: Best Retailer (KLIA), Best Core … Continue reading Dimensi Eksklusif and Starbucks among big winners at Malaysia Airports Concessionaire Awards
14 December 2019 GTR (Ground Team Red), a joint venture between AirAsia Bhd and SATS Ltd on Thursday launched its air cargo hub at the KLIA Air Cargo Terminal 1 (KACT1). Located at the former low-cost carrier terminal in Sepang, the facility spans 93,000 square feet (sq ft) and was built at a cost of … Continue reading Ground Team Red powers KLIA air cargo growth with new digitalised air cargo hub
13 December 2019 Penang’s airport is expected to be expanded soon at a cost of between RM800 million (S$261 million) and RM900 million. The expansion will double the terminal’s gross floor area to 113,005 sq m from 54,582 sq m. The new design will have the capacity to accommodate 12 million passengers per annum, from … Continue reading Penang airport gears up for $261 million upgrade to handle 12 million passengers a year
13 December 2019 Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang (MOP KLIA), Japan’s branded factory outlet shopping mall is rewarding shoppers with a chance to win either the 2019 Toyota Avanza or the 2019 Toyota Yaris, worth at least RM80,000 each. Entry to this contest ends on Jan 1, 2020. The company believes in rewarding customers for … Continue reading Mitsui Outlet Park Sepang KLIA to reward two lucky shoppers with a car each
13 December 2019 HMSHost Malaysia inaugurated its first Costa Coffee store at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, and its third in Malaysia, on Thursday. The first two opened earlier this year at Langkawi International, also through the Autogrill-owned travel F&B specialist. This opening will be followed by a further Costa Coffee outlet at low-cost terminal klia2 … Continue reading HMSHost International opens first Costa Coffee at Kuala Lumpur International Airport
13 December 2019 The AirAsia and SATS’ ground handling joint venture, Ground Team Red (GTR), is looking to open new cargo handling facilities in at least three other cities across Malaysia. GTR has picked Penang, Kota Kinabalu, as well as Sandakan as locations for new facilities, as it looks to grow its cargo handling footprint … Continue reading AirAsia ground handling unit opens KL air cargo hub; targets new cities
13 December 2019 The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture together with Tourism Malaysia are planning to kick off the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign in a big way on Dec 31 with simultaneous celebrations of Christmas Open House, New Year and the launch of Visit Malaysia Year 2020 at Dataran Merdeka. Deputy Minister Muhammad Bakhtiar … Continue reading VMY2020 to kick off with a big bang
13 December 2019 The Transport Ministry said it will review the handling charges for e-commerce parcels imposed by the airport operator next week, in a bid to make Malaysia more competitive in the industry. Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the handling charges are constantly brought up by logistics players. “Right now, when we conduct … Continue reading MOT to review handling charges for e-commerce parcels
12 December 2019 The cabinet has approved the integration of the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), according to multiple sources. “This is a move to empower CAAM, by consolidating both authorities to regulate the economic and technical aspects of the civil aviation industry,” said one source in response … Continue reading ‘Cabinet says yes to integrate Mavcom with CAAM’
12 December 2019 Malaysia Airlines passengers making the one-hour hop between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore now have a new fare option called “shuttle fares”. These shuttle fares are divided into three fare structures: Business Flex Shuttle, Economy Flex Shuttle and Economy Smart Shuttle. The airline said the shuttle fares offer benefits to travellers, including: Flight … Continue reading Malaysia Airlines introduces new shuttle fares on Kuala Lumpur-Singapore route
5 December 2019 More collaborations in the transport sector among private companies are encouraged to help transform the nation’s current transportation landscape. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he believed that private companies have the ability to improve the transportation landscape especially by taking advantage of the digital platforms. Loke also said in the … Continue reading Private collaborations most welcome for better transportation landscape, says Loke
4 December 2019 GoCar Malaysia and Express Rail Link (ERL) have jointly introduced the new KLIA Ekspres + GoCar Package, offering travellers a more convenient solution to their first- and last-mile needs. A quick check on KLIA Ekpres reveals that the package, which includes a return trip (to or from KLIA and klia2), costs RM101 … Continue reading GoCar, ERL launch new KLIA Ekspres + GoCar pack – convenient first- and last-mile solution for travellers
3 December 2019 Malaysia Airports has rolled out a “Shop RM50, Get RM50” promotion as it continues to elevate the retail and lifestyle experience at its airports. Speaking to FMT, the airport operator’s senior general manager for commercial services, Nazli Aziz said the latest promo was part of its ongoing “Shop Like A Hero” or … Continue reading Spend RM50 and get RM50 at outlets in KLIA, klia2
29 November 2019 Singaporeans can now use their NETS ATM cards in Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Melaka when they shop, thanks to the 7,400 NETS acceptance points in Malaysia, up from 4,500. The service, first introduced in 2018, has expanded to allow Singaporean shoppers to use their NETS card in malls in Johor Bahru like … Continue reading NETS now available in Penang, Melaka and Kuala Lumpur with 2,900 new acceptance points
26 November 2019 The latest episode of APEX Insider sees APEX Media travel to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to find out more about AirAsia from Group CEO Tony Fernandes. APEX Media recently spent the day filming at RedQ, AirAsia’s 193,750-square-foot head office located just outside of its main hub at Terminal 2 at Kuala Lumpur International … Continue reading AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes to Transform Airline Into “Transport Mobility Company”
21 November 2019 AirAsia made its maiden flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo Narita today, a new service that signifies AirAsia’s commitment in accelerating its growth in Japan. In a statement, the low-cost carrier said the four weekly return services will deliver over 150,000 additional visitor seats annually through Kuala Lumpur’s klia2 and Narita International … Continue reading AirAsia takes flight to Tokyo Narita
21 November 2019 Gamuda Land is aiming to open the 18-acre rainforest-themed water theme park at its Gamuda Cove township at Bandar Gamuda Cove here in Selangor by December 2021. At a tree planting ceremony today to mark the commencement of work for the theme park, the developer said the park will offer a total … Continue reading Gamuda Cove water theme park breaks ground
20 November 2019 An oversight by operational crew resulted in an aerobridge ‘piercing’ into a jetliner’s port (left) engine at Miri Airport, Sarawak. The incident, believed to have taken place on Monday, is said to involve a parked Airbus A320, which had just landed from Kota Kinabalu en route to Singapore. It had caused substantial … Continue reading Aerobridge ‘pierces’ jetliner’s engine casing
20 November 2019 AirAsia’s fleet of Airbus A321neo planes are expected to push the budget airlines’ horizons higher in terms of passenger reach. The first of the 353 planes booked by the airlines arrived in Kuala Lumpur today in the effort to offer lower rates to passengers and break into new markets. The planes, received … Continue reading AirAsia to reach greater heights with Airbus A321neo planes
19 November 2019 Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) registered an 80% drop in complaints related to toilet cleanliness since refurbishment works at the facility took place two years ago. Malaysia Airports chief operating officer Datuk Mohd Shukri Mohd Salleh said a total of 384 toilets at KLIA and klia2 had been refurbished due to numerous … Continue reading Toilet cleanliness complaints at KLIA down by 80%
19 November 2019 A TOTAL of 365 foreign visitors were issued Not to Land (NTL) notices by the Immigration Department of Malaysia during the technical failure and systems disruption at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) last August. Deputy Home Affairs Minister Datuk Mohd Azis Jamman (picture) said the Immigration Department had stepped up all … Continue reading Some 365 foreign visitors denied entry during KLIA system glitch
18 November 2019 A total of 365 foreign visitors were issued Not to Land (NTL) notices by the Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) during the technical failure and systems disruption at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) last August. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Mohd Azis Jamman said the Immigration Department had stepped up all control … Continue reading Deputy minister: 365 foreign travellers denied entry during KLIA system glitch
16 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) recently took its annual KULinary event to new heights by partnering with the Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival (MIGF) in an event to highlight the exciting offerings at KLIA and klia2, collectively known as KUL. Held at Level 5 of the KLIA Departure Hall, the fourth instalment of … Continue reading Malaysia Airports takes KULinary to new heights with MIGF partnership
12 November 2019 Kuala Lumpur International Airport’s (KLIA) Main Terminal has achieved a strong 12% growth in passenger movements compared with klia2’s 6.9% in October, said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB). The combined passenger movements in KLIA and klia2 climbed 9.3%, registering 5.1 million passengers in October, with international and domestic passenger movements up 9.5% … Continue reading KLIA sees stronger traffic growth than klia2
11 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) saw a 9.2% increase in passenger traffic in October 2019 — the highest growth recorded so far this year. The passenger traffic including that of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SGIA) grew to 11.7 million, according to a filing with Bursa Malaysia today. MAHB said the international … Continue reading MAHB passenger traffic grows 9.2% to 11.7 million in October
11 November 2019 The MAB financial fiasco could go down into the history book as the world’s worst managed carrier ONE billion passengers were flown last year or about 2.78 million people daily in the US. The country’s aviat ion industry generated US$446.8 billion (RM1.85 trillion) in value, accounting for 5.1% of the world’s largest … Continue reading What an aviation mess
8 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is working closely with several ministries and government agencies to ensureaseamless experience for passengers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) immigration arrival hall ahead of Visit Malaysia 2020. MAHB said it was working with the Home Ministry, Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry, police, Immigration Department, Customs … Continue reading MAHB to reconfigure klia2 layout
8 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is working with several ministries and government agencies to reconfigure and expand the immigration arrival area at klia2 following reports of congestion and long queues. In a statement, it said it would be working with the home ministry and tourism, arts and culture ministry as well as … Continue reading MAHB hopes new layout will ease immigration jam at klia2
8 November 2019 AirAsia Group Bhd, the largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in Asia, has once again hit out at the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom), this time over the aviation regulator’s insistence on pushing through what AirAsia claims to be certain punitive elements within its new regulatory asset base (RAB) framework. “The RAB should be a … Continue reading AirAsia slams Mavcom over RAB’s ‘punitive elements’
8 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) says its commercial reset strategy is paying off, with a recorded growth of 4.2% last year. The commercial reset strategy is aimed at changing the travel retail landscape at its airports with an injection of new brands, high-end fashion retailers and a refreshed shopping experience. It began … Continue reading MAHB’s commercial reset paying off at airports nationwide
7 November 2019 AirAsia Group Bhd has claimed that the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) does not share the government’s Shared Prosperity Vision (SPV) 2030 to create a more equitable, high-income nation. AirAsia said Mavcom’s insistence on pushing through certain punitive elements within its new Regulatory Asset Base (RAB) framework had gone against the spirit of … Continue reading Mavcom’s RAB framework lacks alignment with SPV 2030: AirAsia
7 November 2019 AirAsia Group today accused the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) of going against the federal government’s Shared Prosperity Vision (SPV2030) for its insistence on pushing through certain punitive elements within its new Regulatory Asset Base (RAB) framework. AirAsia Group President (Airlines) Bo Lingam pointed out how both Mavcom and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad … Continue reading AirAsia accuses Mavcom of going against the spirit of ‘Shared Prosperity’ with new RAB framework
4 November 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (Nov 1, RM8.02) Upgrade to outperform with a higher target price (TP) of RM9.50: The weighted average cost of capital (WACC) stays at 10.88%; regulated revenue per pax increased from RM42.90 to RM43.50. The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) reaffirmed the implementation of the regulatory asset base (RAB) model … Continue reading MAHB seen well-entrenched on rising per capita income
2 November 2019 The AirAsia Group believes the systemic inefficiencies dogging Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) could be rectified to optimise the low-cost terminal’s potential if regulators pay attention to feedback. AirAsia Berhad and AirAsia X chief executive officer Riad Asmat and Benyamin Ismail told Malay Mail in a recent interview that the country’s … Continue reading AirAsia says klia2 not all bad, can still be visitor magnet if MAHB, Mavcom ‘listen’
2 November 2019 Analysts are positive that the Regulated Asset Base (RAB) framework is still in progress and expected to be finalised for implementation by January 1, 2020. Following a briefing by Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) on the RAB framework, the research team at Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga Research) noted that MAVCOm reaffirmed the … Continue reading Analysts: RAB framework’s implementation still ontrack
2 November 2019 Research firms are placing positive views on Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s outlook following the update on the status of Regulated Asset Base (RAB) framework where the 10.88 per cent pre-tax weighted average cost of capital (WACC) will be maintained. The update was made during analyst briefing organised by the Malaysian Aviation Commission … Continue reading Research firms: RAB framework updates positive for MAHB
1 November 2019 Prolonged repairs on the faulty third runway between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and the klia2 has caused daily landing delays of up to six or seven minutes per flight, AirAsia Group airlines have said. AirAsia Berhad and AirAsia X’s respective chief executive officers Riad Asmat and Benyamin Ismail said in an interview … Continue reading As klia2’s faulty runway still causing delays, AirAsia says it could hurt Visit Malaysia Year 2020
1 November 2019 The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) said the government’s intention of having different passenger service charge (PSC) rates at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) poses a major hurdle for the implementation of the Regulated Asset Base (RAB) framework. An analyst who attended a briefing by … Continue reading Different PSC at KLIA, klia2 major hurdle for RAB implementation
30 October 2019 After launching the Career and Transportation Education Carnival 2019 at Seremban on Oct 19, Transport Minister Anthony Loke told reporters that a special committee comprising government agencies and ministries had been set up to ensure smoother operations at various entry points into the country. This is in view of Visit Malaysia 2020 … Continue reading Are all parties on the same page in welcoming tourists?
29 October 2019 THE signs are unmistakeable — the government is on a collision course with the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom). And with that comes renewed and unwelcome uncertainty for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) shareholders. At an investors’ forum in Kuala Lumpur last Thursday, Transport Minister Anthony Loke gave those in attendance a couple … Continue reading Government, Mavcom look headed on a collision course
24 October 2019 More than 20 million passengers in Malaysia will enjoy a lower passenger service charge (PSC) following the introduction of the regulated asset base (RAB) framework, said the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom). Among the airports that are expected to charge lower PSC rates are Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Miri, Sibu, Tawau, Lahad … Continue reading Lower PSC for all airports, except KLIA and klia2, under new RAB
24 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is expected to attract three new airline services to operate from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in 2020 as the airport continues to boost its connectivity to become an aviation hub in the region. Transport Minister Anthony Loke, in a recent written parliamentary reply, said the … Continue reading MAHB targets 3 new airlines in 2020
23 October 2019 More than 20 million passengers in Malaysia will enjoy a lower passenger service charge (PSC) following the introduction of the regulated asset base (RAB) framework, says the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom). Among the airports that are expected to charge lower PSC rates are Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Miri, Sibu, Tawau, Lahad … Continue reading All airports, except KLIA and klia2, to enjoy lower PSC under new framework, says Mavcom
22 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) sees a prospect of integrating Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) with its second terminal klia2 via a 1.5km link and airlines interlining. However, building the link as well as other infrastructure to integrate both terminals would be costly for the airport operator to bear alone, MAHB group … Continue reading MAHB keen on interlining
22 October 2019 Low-cost carrier AirAsia Group today questioned the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) for requesting it provide documented details of congestion at klia2 immigration counters. AirAsia Berhad chief executive officer Riad Asmat accused the aviation regulator of forsaking its responsibility, saying Mavcom’s duty is to protect the rights of air passengers. “The onus is … Continue reading Provide proof of klia2 long lines? Not our job, AirAsia tells Mavcom
22 October 2019 The request was made after Mavcom received a letter from AirAsia in August 2019 LOW-COST carrier AirAsia Group Bhd had not responded to a request for information on complaints of long queues at immigration counters in Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2), Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) said. The request was made after … Continue reading No response from AirAsia on long queues at klia2, says Mavcom
21 October 2019 The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) says that it never received the details of the daily documentation requested from AirAsia Bhd, which the low-cost carrier claimed consisted of details of congestion on a daily basis at the klia2 immigration counters. In a statement today, Mavcom said it had responded to the letter it … Continue reading Mavcom: We never received immigration congestion files from AirAsia
20 October 2019 – By Segi Astana Sdn Bhd In response to the letter carried in your publication on Oct 17, 2019 written by YS Chan on the latest regulations imposed on e-hailing drivers, Segi Astana Sdn Bhd would like to clarify that there is no extra charge at the klia2 transportation hub after the … Continue reading Clarification on 5-minute waiting time for e-hailing drivers at klia2
19 October 2019 The recent implementation of passenger pick-ups by e-hailing drivers and taxi-on-booking at the transportation hub of KL International Airport 2 (klia2), is to ensure that drivers are able to pick up passengers in a safe and convenient environment. Segi Astana Sdn Bhd, operator of the gateway@klia2 integrated complex, clarified that the RM5 … Continue reading klia2 e-hailing pick-up: RM5 charge imposed to ensure safety, no extra charges
19 October 2019 Congestion at airports will soon be a thing of the past. A special committee has been set up to look into and solve the issue and various other related problems. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the committee, comprising government agencies and ministries, would be tasked to ensure a smoother operation at various … Continue reading Loke: Special committee to resolve congestion at airports
18 October 2019 AirAsia Group Berhad chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes expressed disappointment with Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) for its handling of complaints of Immigration counter congestion at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2). Fernandes said AirAsia had submitted a letter to Mavcom requesting help to resolve the congestion, but in return … Continue reading AirAsia irked by long queues at klia2
18 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) has assured travellers that lengthy immigration queues during peak hours at klia2 will soon be a thing of the past. MAHB said it is now focusing on ways to improve immigration clearance, such as working with the Immigration Department to prevent passenger backlog, and relocating its Eraman … Continue reading MAHB: Backlog at klia2’s immigration counters will be thing of the past
17 October 2019 Long queues that span over an hour are now a daily occurrence The Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) must urgently fix the “worsening” congestion in Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) before an expected 30 million tourists arrive in Malaysia during next year’s Visit Malaysia campaign, low cost carrier AirAsia has said. … Continue reading AirAsia says queues at ‘flawed’ klia2 can last for more than one hour – and the situation is ‘worsening’
17 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) needs to immediately make adjustments at klia2 to address congestion at immigration counters or risk painting a bad image of Malaysia, says budget carrier AirAsia Group. AirAsia Malaysia CEO Riad Asmat and AirAsia X Malaysia CEO Benyamin Ismail said the long queues at immigration counters for foreign … Continue reading AirAsia: Congestion at klia2 immigration counters gives country a bad image
17 October 2019 E-hailing drivers are up in arms over new rules governing vehicle pick-up at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA2. According to the regulation that came into effect last Saturday, drivers can now only chauffeur passengers at the new pick-up points that require a Touch ‘n Go with a minimum value of … Continue reading New rule on airport pick-up unfair, say e-hailing drivers
16 October 2019 Passenger traffic at Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s (MAHB) airports in Malaysia are still favourable despite travel disruptions brought on by the haze problem last month. According to the research team at MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd (MIDF Research), domestic traffic at Malaysian airports recorded a staggering growth of 10 per cent year-on-year … Continue reading Passenger traffic at MAHB’s airports still favourable
14 October 2019 If you’re planning to grab a ride via e-hailing service at KL International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, take note that pick-up areas have changed. In a statement last Friday, Malaysia Airports (MAHB) announced that new designated pick-up points at the two airports have been upgraded for the comfort of passengers and improve … Continue reading New designated pick-up points for e-hailing at KLIA & klia2
14 October 2019 F&S Holdings, controlled by the family of Michael Romero, has assumed majority control of Philippines AirAsia (Z2, Manila Ninoy Aquino Int’l) after acquiring a 15.7% stake from Antonio Cojuangco’s vehicle TNR Holdings, English-language Philippine Daily Inquirer Business has reported. The Romeros’ business already held a 44.4% stake prior to the acquisition. F&S … Continue reading F&S Holdings takes control of Philippines AirAsia
14 October 2019 Aviation sector Maintain positive: September traffic data for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s (MAHB) Malaysian operations reached 8.4 million passengers, translating into a 7.6% year-on-year (y-o-y) growth and extended gains for the 11th uninterrupted month. This brings the nine-month 2019 (9MFY19) passenger traffic numbers for Malaysian operations to 78 million, representing a 5.9% … Continue reading No signs of slowdown in aviation sector
14 October 2019 In a media statement, Malaysia Airports announced that as of October 12, it has designated new pick-up points for ride-hailing services such as Grab, intended for passengers arriving at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) 1 and 2 (klia2). This new measure coincides with stricter regulations for these services, which also came … Continue reading KLIA and klia2 get new ride-hailing pick-up points
13 October 2019 Passengers are caught unawares by the new pick-up points for e-hailing services at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, which came into effect yesterday. On Friday, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd issued a statement that the new pick-up points are at Doors 3 and 4, Level 1 of the Main Terminal … Continue reading Passengers caught unawares by new KLIA, klia2 pick-up points
13 October 2019 The Tune Hotel klia2 was named Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel 2019 at the 2019 World Travel Awards ceremony held in Vietnam. Tune Hotels in a statement today said the hotel edged out a few of the region’s strongest contenders and also knocked off Hong Kong Marriott Airport Hotel from the top spot … Continue reading Tune Hotel klia2 bags Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel 2019
12 October 2019 Ever wish to lie down when you are tired due to an odd time flight or waiting for a transit? Container Hotel Group (CHG), the operator of CapsuleTransit in Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2), is mulling new additions to the airport to satisfy different demands. Founded by two young entrepreneurs, Ryan … Continue reading More choices to take a nap at klia2
12 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd has allocated new designated pick-up points for e-hailing services at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, effective today. The pick-up points for e-hailing service at KLIA terminals have been designated at Door 3 and 4, Level 1 of Main Terminal Building (MTB) KLIA and at Door 5, … Continue reading New designated pick-up points for e-hailing at KLIA, klia2
12 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has allocated new designated pick-up points for e-hailing services at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, effective today. The pick-up points for e-hailing service at KLIA terminals have been designated at Door 3 and 4, Level 1 of Main Terminal Building (MTB) KLIA and at Door … Continue reading MAHB allocates new designated pick up points for e-hailing services at KLIA, klia2
10 October 2019 By interlining at the airside, the airport operator could improve the minimum connecting time between terminals, says Raja Azmi by FARA AISYAH/ pic by MUHD AMIN NAHARUL MALAYSIA Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) aims to provide interlining services for airlines as the first step of making the country a preferred aviation hub in … Continue reading Interlining — the 1st step to becoming an aviation hub
10 October 2019 The number of passengers passing through the 39 airports Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) manages in the country in September rose 7.6% year-on-year (y-o-y), thanks to an increase in the average load factor for both domestic and international sectors. MAHB said the impact from the haze was minimal. The airport operator handled … Continue reading MAHB’s air traffic up 7.6% y-o-y in September despite haze
9 October 2019 AirAsia and AirAsia X have filed a fresh legal challenge against the operator of Kuala Lumpur International Airport at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. AirAsia claims that Malaysia Airports (MASSB) owes it $114.5 million for losses caused as a result of negligence relating to the maintenance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The … Continue reading AirAsia Files Court Action Against Malaysia Airports
8 October 2019 The government has been urged to review the implementation of visa-on-arrival (VoA) for Chinese and Indian tourists in the 2020 Budget to increase the arrival of visitors in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia Year 2020. President of the Malaysian Inbound Tourism Association, Uzaidi Udanis, said that while the VoA visa fee was … Continue reading Budget 2020: Review visa-on-arrival requirement to boost VMY2020, govt urged
8 October 2019 THE Ministry of Transport (MoT) may miss a Cabinet-agreed deadline to reduce airport tax for passengers departing from all airports, except Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), to destinations beyond Asean on Oct 1. Mere days before the lower airport tax — also known as passenger service charge (PSC) — takes effect, the … Continue reading Transport Ministry in legal quandary over PSC cut
7 October 2019 AirAsia filed an MYR479.78 million claim, last week, at the Kuala Lumpur High Court against Malaysia Airports (Sepang) Sdn Bhd (MASSB), a unit of Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB). The claim against MASSB is for losses and damages suffered by AirAsia Berhad and its long-haul sister airline AirAsia X Berhad caused by … Continue reading AirAsia files claim against Malaysia Airports
7 October 2019 THE uncertainty over the legality of a move to reduce the passenger service charge (PSC) at all airports in Malaysia except Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has led to many airlines holding off on the new rate until there is more clarity on the issue. A quick check by The Edge of … Continue reading All airlines, except AirAsia, hold PSC rates as they await clarity
7 October 2019 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) says it will seek the necessary legal advice after AirAsia Group Bhd and its long-haul affiliate AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) filed a lawsuit against the airport operator last Friday (Oct 4). In a bourse filing today, MAHB confirmed that its wholly-owned subsidiary Malaysia Airports (Sepang) Sdn Bhd … Continue reading MAHB seeks legal advice on latest lawsuit by AirAsia, AAX
5 October 2019 By TAN SRI LEE LAM THYE MANY animals are going to be extinct if drastic steps are not taken to address the rampant poaching in the country. Killing and poaching are also part of wildlife trafficking in countries with high biodiversity like Malaysia. The United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime has … Continue reading Do more to curb poaching
5 October 2019 In the months preceding the opening of the first Ormond-branded hotel, Lim talks hotels, hospitality and building brands with a difference. The only reaction I can muster when shown pictures of Tune Hotel klia2’s newly refurbished interiors is open-mouthed awe. Gone are the signature red-and-white colour schemes and austere atmosphere that have … Continue reading Ormond Group CEO Gareth Lim on the company’s trio of brands — including new boutique hotel The Chow Kit
4 October 2019 Low-cost airlines, AirAsia Bhd and AirAsia X Bhd filed a summon of RM479.78 million against Malaysia Airports (Sepang) Sdn Bhd (MASSB) due to the negligence at Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2). “(The summon is for) being loss and damage caused by negligence on the part of MASSB, its servants and/or agents … Continue reading AirAsia sues MASSB for RM479.78m over negligence at klia2
4 October 2019 Low-cost carrier AirAsia Bhd sued Malaysia Airports (Sepang) Sdn Bhd (MASSB), the operator of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, on Wednesday over alleged losses and damages it suffered at the latter. In a statement today, AirAsia said it is claiming RM479.78 million from the Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) unit … Continue reading AirAsia sues klia2 operator for RM480m after mediation refused by Mavcom
3 October 2019 Travellers from countries experiencing African swine fever (ASF) will be subjected to more stringent airport checks to prevent cross border transmission of the virus. Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Sim Tze Tzin said they would be checked by officers from the Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services (Maqis) for any products containing … Continue reading Passengers from ASF-hit countries to undergo strict airport checks
3 October 2019 AirAsia has introduced a reduced passenger service charge (PSC) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) and other international airports in Malaysia. The move follows last month’s announcement by the Malaysian minister of transport, Anthony Loke Siew Fook, confirming the cabinet’s decision to reduce the PSC for passengers travelling outside of ASEAN … Continue reading Passenger service charge reduced in Malaysia
1 October 2019 AIRASIA Group Bhd welcomes the findings of the Official Airline Guide (OAG) Megahubs Index 2019 reaffirming Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) as the world’s most internationally connected low-cost megahub. KLIA came in ahead of Manila, Philippines, Singapore, Incheon, South Korea and San Diego, California with OAG noting that connectivity at KLIA was … Continue reading OAG validates AirAsia’s contribution towards making KL a key LCC megahub
1 October 2019 AirAsia’s reduced passenger service charge (PSC) of RM50 starts today at klia2 and other international airports in Malaysia. This follows Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s announcement last month that the Cabinet has decided to reduce the PSC for passengers travelling outside of Asean from RM73 to RM50 effective Oct 1. AirAsia Group president … Continue reading Lower AirAsia passenger service charge starts today
30 September 2019 AirAsia guests will have reason to celebrate on Tuesday as it proceeds with the implementation of the reduced passenger service charge (PSC) at klia2 and other international airports in Malaysia where it operates. This follows last month’s announcement by the Malaysian Minister of Transport Anthony Loke of the Cabinet’s decision to revise … Continue reading AirAsia set to implement reduced PSC at klia2 from tomorrow
30 September 2019 Airasia Group Bhd says it is set to implement tomorrow (Oct 1), the new, lowered passenger service charge or PSC for passengers flying out to destinations beyond Asean from all other airports in Malaysia, except the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Its announcement today came after Transport Minister said in end-August that the … Continue reading AirAsia set to implement lower PSC rate for non-ASEAN destinations from Oct 1
30 September 2019 AirAsia’s e-marketplace, OURSHOP has partnered health and beauty retailer Guardian to provide pre-purchase and collect services at klia2. As part of the partnership, AirAsia BIG members can also earn and redeem their BIG Points when shopping for Guardian products on OURSHOP. There are also special offers across product ranges and bonus point … Continue reading AirAsia’s eCommerce marketplace brings Guardian on board for pre-purchase service
