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AirAsia set to roll out facial recognition screening at selected airports

1 March 2019 Low-cost carrier AirAsia aims to roll out facial recognition security checks for flight boarding at selected airports across the country this year. Deputy group CEO Aireen Omar said the facial recognition pilot project is currently being carried out at the Senai International Airport, Johor. Aireen (fifth from left) and Dr Mohd Nor … Continue reading AirAsia set to roll out facial recognition screening at selected airports

Airport PSC rates should be reviewed: AA CEO

2 July 2018 AirAsia Bhd has lauded the Transport Ministry’s move to review passenger service charge (PSC) rates for domestic and international flights. AirAsia’s newly appointed chief executive officer Riad Asmat said the PSC rates at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2 should not be the same as the airports do not have the … Continue reading Airport PSC rates should be reviewed: AA CEO

Citaglobal Airports’ proposal for new LCCT was supported by AirAsia

27 June 2018 A proposal for a new low-cost carrier terminal (LCCT) to be developed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) was made last year by a company called Citaglobal Airports Sdn Bhd, a move which looks to have had the backing of the AirAsia group, the largest user of klia2, the current LCCT. Documents … Continue reading Citaglobal Airports’ proposal for new LCCT was supported by AirAsia

I do not report to my father, my independence is very clear

7 April 2018 Is it nepotism that your father, Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, is a director of the AirAsia group and you are CEO of a unit within the group? Riad Asmat: No. He is a director of AirAsia X Bhd, and I am at AirAsia Malaysia. They are two different units although under the same group. In fact, … Continue reading I do not report to my father, my independence is very clear

Airport scrutiny should have begun earlier

8 January 2018 The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom), which is rolling out the Airports Quality of Service framework in stages starting the third quarter this year, should have looked into scrutinising airports right in the beginning instead of an afterthought, said AirAsia incoming deputy group CEO, digital, transformation, corporate services Aireen Omar. She said Mavcom … Continue reading Airport scrutiny should have begun earlier

Accommodative operating environment for airline industry in 2017

27 December 2017 Airlines in Malaysia had a good 2017, thanks to an accommodating operating environment, given the strong tourism growth and a continued depressed oil market throughout most of the year. Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group (MSWG) Chief Executive Officer, Devanesan Evanson said furthermore, the strengthening of the ringgit vis-à- vis the greenback since early … Continue reading Accommodative operating environment for airline industry in 2017

Incoming AirAsia CEO overcomes fear of heights

14 December 2017 Riad Asmat (pic), who will take over from Aireen Omar as budget carrier AirAsia Bhd’s chief executive officer (CEO) on Jan 10, has a fear of heights. He told StarBiz that AirAsia group CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes had forced him to slide down the fourth floor of the RedQ complex to the podium where Fernandes … Continue reading Incoming AirAsia CEO overcomes fear of heights

AirAsia says it is inaccurate to compare services provided

2 November 2017 AirAsia Bhd chief executive officer Aireen Omar has clarified that it is inaccurate to compare Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and klia2, in terms of the level of services and facilities provided, to its users as both airports are two vastly different airports terminals. AirAsia Bhd chief executive officer Aireen Omar says … Continue reading AirAsia says it is inaccurate to compare services provided

Review KLIA, klia2 Differences Before Standardising PSC

2 November 2017 AirAsia Bhd is strongly recommending that the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) review the differences in facilities and services between the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) and KLIA before equalising passenger service charges (PSC) at both airports. In a statement, AirAsia Chief Executive Officer Aireen Omar said KLIA and klia2 are two vastly different airports terminals that provide different level … Continue reading Review KLIA, klia2 Differences Before Standardising PSC

Indonesia eyes 1.5 million Malaysian tourists by year end via AirAsia

1 August 2017 The Ministry of Tourism Infrastructure Indonesia is eyeing to welcome 1.5 million tourists from Malaysia through its marketing partnership with low cost carrier AirAsia by the end of this year. According to professional staff to the Minister of Tourism Infrastructure Judi Rifajantoro, the collaboration was initiated to drive tourism efforts in promoting … Continue reading Indonesia eyes 1.5 million Malaysian tourists by year end via AirAsia

New operators needed to run Malaysian airports, says Tony

13 July 2017 AirAsia boss says Malaysia Airports Bhd, which shut down the low-cost carrier terminal in Sabah, is only interested in running full-service terminals. AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes has called for new airport operators to be allowed in the country instead of just Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB). AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes … Continue reading New operators needed to run Malaysian airports, says Tony

Warisan revives LCCT idea for Sabah

23 June 2017 The opposition party urges Sabah government to follow Sarawak’s lead and work with AirAsia to build a terminal for budget airlines to boost tourism. A Sabah opposition party has proposed the construction of a Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) – nearly two years after the first LCCT in Kota Kinabalu was closed … Continue reading Warisan revives LCCT idea for Sabah

AirAsia staff move into new corporate base

9 November 2016 AirAsia and AirAsia X staff officially moved into its new corporate base called RedQ, located beside klia2, on November 7. AirAsia New HQ, RedQ RedQ, short for RedQuarters, covers an area of 18,000 sq m and will house up to 2,000 AirAsia Allstars, the name the budget carriers' employees are known by. … Continue reading AirAsia staff move into new corporate base

MAS optimistic of favourable new airport tax charges soon

11 October 2016 Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAS) is confident that the new passenger service charge (PSC) rates at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Kuala Lumpur International 2 (klia2) would be standardised. “It looks like we will get a more balanced PSC between KLIA and klia2. I'm quite optimistic that we will get a … Continue reading MAS optimistic of favourable new airport tax charges soon

AirAsia: Get tourists back first, before raising tax

4 October 2016 AirAsia Bhd CEO Aireen Omar says the company will make further appeals against the passenger service charge hike, and calls the same rate for klia2 and KLIA as unfair. Aireen Omar Let tourist numbers return to previous highs before talking about increasing passenger service charges (PSC), says AirAsia chief. AirAsia Bhd CEO … Continue reading AirAsia: Get tourists back first, before raising tax

AirAsia, MAHB working on LCC hub branding

4 October 2016 AIRASIA Bhd is all set to start its low-cost hub campaign at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) as it aims to turn the terminal into a low-cost carrier (LCC) hub in Asia. Chief executive officer (CEO) Aireen Omar said AirAsia was working with Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) on the … Continue reading AirAsia, MAHB working on LCC hub branding

Reformulating the PSC: Yay or nay?

2 October 2016 The passenger service charge, or more commonly known as PSC or airport tax, is the talk of the town nowadays as local reports reveal sources to say that new rates for the PSC have been approved by the Cabinet. Reformulating the PSC: Yay or nay? As rates paid by departing passengers, the … Continue reading Reformulating the PSC: Yay or nay?

Airport tax in Malaysia one of lowest, says expert

27 September 2016 Malaysia Airlines is in favour of the rise in passenger service charges at klia2, but AirAsia is not. Airport tax in Malaysia one of lowest, says expert The travelling public is not happy with the increase in passenger service charges, or airport tax. AirAsia, too, is not happy. But Malaysia Airlines has … Continue reading Airport tax in Malaysia one of lowest, says expert

AirAsia to appeal against hike in airport charges

26 September 2016 PETALING JAYA: AirAsia Bhd will appeal to the government to remove any increase in passenger service charge (PSC) rates, despite confirmation from the Transport Ministry last Friday. The airline said in a statement last Friday that it is confident the government and Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) will put the nation’s long-term interests, … Continue reading AirAsia to appeal against hike in airport charges

AirAsia promises to appeal if new airport tax same for klia2

23 September 2016 Citing public support, budget carrier AirAsia promised today it will lodge a formal appeal to the government if the authorities impose the same new Passenger Service Charge (PSC) rates across the board. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said the increase in Passenger Service Charge will be implemented on January 1, … Continue reading AirAsia promises to appeal if new airport tax same for klia2

MAHB must settle issues with AirAsia fast

3 July 2016 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has been instructed to resolve various issues with AirAsia at once. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said MAHB will be meeting AirAsia soon to discuss and resolve the issues, such as the heavy construction that has caused disruption to the budget airline’s headquarters at the … Continue reading MAHB must settle issues with AirAsia fast

Liow urges MAHB and AirAsia to expedite discussions

2 July 2016 Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai wants Malaysia Airport Holdings Bhd and AirAsia Berhad to quickly resolve the issue between them in regards to the fence around the low cost carrier terminal (LCCT). “I feel that it has to do with the tenancy agreement between AirAsia and MAHB, which must be settled quickly. … Continue reading Liow urges MAHB and AirAsia to expedite discussions

Work together to promote klia2, Liow tells AirAsia and MAHB

1 July 2016 Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai has urged Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) and AirAsia Bhd to work together to promote Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) as a low-cost hub in Asia. The promotion also includes what would be written on AirAsia's boarding passes, website and promotional items. Liow said … Continue reading Work together to promote klia2, Liow tells AirAsia and MAHB

Off The Cuff – klia2 – time for a truce

30 June 2016 TAN Sri Tony Fernandes, the man who transformed AirAsia from a dying two-plane airline into the world’s No. 1 low-cost carrier in just a decade has had problems with klia2 from the first day it opened for operation two years ago. klia2, which cost some RM4 billion to build, was meant to replace … Continue reading Off The Cuff – klia2 – time for a truce

Liow: klia2 name to remain

30 June 2016 The name “klia2” will remain, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai. AirAsia, meanwhile, can continue to market klia2 to its customers as “LCCT-KL” (Low-Cost Carrier Terminal-KL). This was the outcome of a two-hour meeting yesterday between Liow and the AirAsia top management, comprising AirAsia Bhd Group chief executive officer Tan … Continue reading Liow: klia2 name to remain

Liow: No need to rename klia2

22 June 2016 There is no need to rename klia2, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai (pic). Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai “In the International Air Transport Association, klia2 is registered as part of KLIA’s official code, namely ‘KUL’. It is neither necessary, nor practical, nor accurate to rename klia2. Names should … Continue reading Liow: No need to rename klia2

No name change for klia2, says Liow

22 June 2016 The government insisted yesterday it will not rename Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2). Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai, in a snub to AirAsia, said its proposal to rename it as Low-Cost Carrier Terminal 2 (LCCT2) was both unnecessary and impractical. “In the International Air Transport Association, klia2 is registered … Continue reading No name change for klia2, says Liow

AirAsia buys over private jet used by Tony, Kamarudin

21 June 2016 AirAsia Bhd has today entered into a sale and purchase agreement with Caterhamjet Global Ltd (CJG) to acquire one unit of Bombardier BD-700-1A10 Global Express 9M-CJG for US$10 million (RM40.3 million). In its filing to Bursa Malaysia, AirAsia said the purchase price would be satisfied by cash from the company’s internally available funds. Payment will … Continue reading AirAsia buys over private jet used by Tony, Kamarudin

Malaysia Airports and AirAsia spat over Klia2 branding continues

21 June 2016 MAHB managing director Datuk Badlisham Ghazali Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad ‘s view is that AirAsia's plan to rebrand the klia2 hub as LCCT2 would be a violation of international aviation laws. AirAsia chief executive officer Aireen Omar had announced that the airline was going ahead in renaming klia2 as LCCT2 in all … Continue reading Malaysia Airports and AirAsia spat over Klia2 branding continues

AirAsia to change name of klia2 to LCCT2 on website

21 June 2016 Its CEO Aireen Omar says if MAHB is agreeable to the rebranding of klia2, AirAsia would be willing to bear the cost. SEPANG: AirAsia is set to change the name klia2 to LCCT2 (Low-Cost Carrier Terminal 2) on its website and promotional materials, says AirAsia Bhd CEO, Aireen Omar. At a press … Continue reading AirAsia to change name of klia2 to LCCT2 on website

AirAsia goes ahead with LCCT2 rebranding

21 June 2016 In a defiant move against its landlord, Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), AirAsia on Tuesday said it would start listing its main hub at klia2 as LCCT2 on websites, tickets and promotional materials. Its chief executive officer Aireen Omar said the group would even bear the cost to rebrand their base after … Continue reading AirAsia goes ahead with LCCT2 rebranding

Study reveals booking patterns of travellers worldwide

14 June 2016 In the news: Agoda’s study on traveller booking patterns, Malaysia’s Rayani Air grounded, disagreement over name of Malaysia’s budget terminal Study reveals booking patterns of travellers worldwide Booking early may ensure better selection of rooms (Image credit: Manuel Faba Ortega/iStock) Hong Kong travellers like to plan their trips well in advance, booking … Continue reading Study reveals booking patterns of travellers worldwide

At odds over branding

14 June 2016 A COLD war between Asia’s largest budget carrier AirAsia Bhd and Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), the country’s biggest airport operator, may be brewing again. This follows AirAsia’s latest pitch to promote the budget terminal klia2 in Sepang as low-cost carrier terminal 2 (LCCT2). klia2 was built to replace the previous LCCT, … Continue reading At odds over branding

AirAsia to promote klia2 as Low-Cost Carrier Terminal 2

13 June 2016 AirAsia, which accounts for the biggest share of passenger traffic at the RM4bil klia2, plans to launch a campaign to promote the budget terminal as Low-Cost Carrier Terminal 2 (LCCT2). An AirAsia aircraft is seen at klia2 in this August 2014 file photo. The low-cost carrier said in a statement that this … Continue reading AirAsia to promote klia2 as Low-Cost Carrier Terminal 2

AirAsia may ditch klia2 for Langkawi base

25 September 2015 The ongoing spat between AirAsia Bhd and Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), with the former’s threats to leave the klia2 terminal, may see the budget carrier possibly moving its base to Langkawi island instead. This possibility has grown stronger because the airline has apparently received a huge 70% discount from MAHB for … Continue reading AirAsia may ditch klia2 for Langkawi base

MAHB, AirAsia in move to bury hatchet

14 September 2015 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) and its prodigal client AirAsia Bhd are seeking a way to bury the hatchet at a “peace dinner” to resolve months of acrimony over everything from overdue airport charges to dissatisfaction over service. The two companies have agreed to talk it all over at a dinner that … Continue reading MAHB, AirAsia in move to bury hatchet

AirAsia says it has ‘no choice’ but to take stern action

7 August 2015 AirAsia Bhd has no choice but to take stern action against Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) following the airport operator’s inefficiency which has caused continuous problems for the low-cost airline. Chief executive officer Aireen Omar said the prolonged problems at the klia2 had wasted AirAsia’s time and expenses. She said the company … Continue reading AirAsia says it has ‘no choice’ but to take stern action

MAHB has no solutions, says AirAsia CEO

6 August 2015 After more than a year of operations at new budget airline terminal klia2, low-cost carrier AirAsia filed a letter of demand on July 31 against airport operator Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and its subsidiary Malaysia Airports (Sepang) Sdn Bhd, seeking RM409 million for losses and damages. It was the culmination of … Continue reading MAHB has no solutions, says AirAsia CEO

AirAsia wants MAHB to make public klia2 certifications

5 August 2015 AirAsia Bhd has urged Malaysia Airport Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to make all of the relevant certifications with regards to klia2 publicly available. “AirAsia would like to invite MAHB to make all of the alleged certifications available publicly, especially the full certification from International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and full report from IKRAM,” … Continue reading AirAsia wants MAHB to make public klia2 certifications

Stop taking klia2 defects lightly, lives at stake

1 August 2015 Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz slammed Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) for playing down the defects at klia2, saying that MAHB was being "naive and callous" in brushing aside concerns over defects in the new budget terminal. Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz, who is also senior independent non-executive chairman for AirAsia, criticises MAHB for … Continue reading Stop taking klia2 defects lightly, lives at stake

klia2 safe for operation, assures MAHB

28 July 2015 Malaysia Airport Holdings Berhad (MAHB) gave its assurance that klia2's terminal, apron and taxiways are safe for operation. "Safety is of utmost priority to us and we adhere to a very stringent regulatory regime by the Civil Aviation Department (DCA), in accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards and recommended … Continue reading klia2 safe for operation, assures MAHB

Sinking of klia2 should not have happened, says AirAsia boss

27 July 2015 The sinking of Kuala Lumpur's new budget terminal klia2 should never have happened, AirAsia group chief executive officer Tony Fernandes said today. Expressing his displeasure on Twitter, Fernandes said that AirAsia Bhd CEO Aireen Omar had to keep "wasting her time" making trips to Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) to sort out … Continue reading Sinking of klia2 should not have happened, says AirAsia boss

AirAsia FY14 pre-tax profit plunges to RM22.7 million

26 February 2015 AirAsia Bhd's pre-tax profit for its financial year ended Dec 31, 2014 declined to RM22.7 million from RM361.23 million in 2013. Revenue, however, increased to RM5.42 billion from RM5.11 billion previously, the company said in a filing to Bursa Malaysia today. The low-cost airline operator in a separate statement attributed the increased … Continue reading AirAsia FY14 pre-tax profit plunges to RM22.7 million

AirAsia, klia2 enjoying clear skies together

24 February 2015 AirAsia Bhd and Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) have established a good line of communication to ensure the smooth running of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2). AirAsia's chief executive officer and executive director Aireen Omar said the airport operator had been quick to respond to issues highlighted by the carrier … Continue reading AirAsia, klia2 enjoying clear skies together

Najib’s involvement crucial in resolving klia2 impasse, says CEO

3 April 2014 AirAsia is appealing to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak to step in to resolve the impasse over its proposed move to klia2, which opens on May 2. The low-cost carrier’s chief executive officer Aireen Omar said Najib’s intervention was crucial in resolving the national issue. Coming soon: klia2 is scheduled … Continue reading Najib’s involvement crucial in resolving klia2 impasse, says CEO

AirAsia offers low fare deals to celebrate 11th anniversary

25 November 2012 AirAsia is celebrating it’s 11th anniversary by offering fares as low as 11 cents, exclusive of airport taxes and fees. The “Birthday Bash” promotion that begins Monday, will feature low all-in rates for various domestic and regional destinations. Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Langkawi, Terengganu, Kota Bharu and Alor Setar, as … Continue reading AirAsia offers low fare deals to celebrate 11th anniversary

AirAsia still wants service level agreement from MAHB

24 October 2012 AirAsia Bhd still wants Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to sign a service level agreement (SLA) — which will formally define the level of service the airport operator is to provide at klia2 — with it, even though the budget carrier has agreed to move to the new low-cost carrier terminal (LCCT) … Continue reading AirAsia still wants service level agreement from MAHB

AirAsia in talks with MAHB on klia2 terms

23 October 2012 AirAsia Bhd is currently negotiating terms with Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to formulate a service-level agreement (SLA) at the new low-cost carrier terminal (LCCT), klia2. Its Chief Executive Officer, Aireen Omar, said an SLA woudl be in place between the frills-free airline and MAHB, but declined to divulge details of the … Continue reading AirAsia in talks with MAHB on klia2 terms

klia2 gets AirAsia nod

22 October 2012 AIRPORT SWITCH: Fernandes says move will make the low-cost carrier stronger AIRASIA group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes has given the greenlight for AirAsia, Asia’s largest low-fare, no-frills airline, to move to the klia2 low-cost carrier terminal upon its completion next year. Aireen Omar The klia2, which is being built … Continue reading klia2 gets AirAsia nod

AirAsia supremo Tony Fernandes finally says Yes to klia2

22 October 2012 Frills-free airline, AirAsia Bhd, is now positive on its impending shift to the new low-cost carrier terminal, klia2, in Sepang, Group Chief Executive Officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said today. He said the budget carrier will move its operations to the new airport as soon as it was ready. The spanking new … Continue reading AirAsia supremo Tony Fernandes finally says Yes to klia2

AirAsia keeps option open on klia2 switch

8 October 2012 AirAsia Malaysia CEO says the decision will be based on whether the new airport is safe and functional and can facilitate the carrier’s low-cost operation. AirAsia Bhd, Asia’s largest low-cost carrier (LCC), remains coy about a move to klia2, the new LCC terminal due to be completed in seven months. AirAsia Malaysia … Continue reading AirAsia keeps option open on klia2 switch

AirAsia, MAHB working hard to ensure KLIA2 a success

13 September 2012 AirAsia Bhd is set to work hand-in-hand with Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to discuss and resolve outstanding issues between them with regard to the new low-cost carrier terminal, klia2, in Sepang. AirAsia Malaysia Chief Executive Officer Aireen Omar said the frills-free airline, which will be the single largest tenant at the … Continue reading AirAsia, MAHB working hard to ensure KLIA2 a success