Malaysian-led Consortium Proposes RM18.4 Bln MAHB Buyout

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Gateway Development Alliance Sdn Bhd (GDA) and its shareholders (consortium) today announced plans to launch a conditional voluntary takeover offer for all remaining shares in Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) at RM11 per share, valuing the equity at RM18.4 billion.

Capital A's MRO Arm Receives Vietnam's Civil Aviation Authority's Certification

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), Capital A's maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) arm, is expanding into Vietnam after receiving Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority’s approved maintenance organisation (AMO) certification.

Sabah Space Project To Set Malaysia Apart In ASEAN Technology – Ukrainian Economy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- The highly anticipated space launching site in Sabah would place Malaysia as ASEAN’s leading country in the region in terms of technology advancement, said Ukraine deputy economy minister Taras Kachka.

MMAG Aviation Consortium Gets Nod To Establish Leasing Business In Labuan

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- MMAG Holdings Bhd's subsidiary MMAG Aviation Consortium Sdn Bhd (MAC) has received the Labuan Financial Services Authority’s (Labuan FSA) approval to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in Labuan to carry on a leasing business.

IATA To Offer Digital Currencies In Financial Settlement Systems

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.

Penang Welcomes New Direct AirAsia Route From Shenzhen

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Penang today welcomed AirAsia’s inaugural direct flight from Shenzhen, marking a milestone in the state's tourism development.

China's Beidou Navigation System Boosts Industry, Global Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The third International Summit on Beidou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) Applications, which kicked off in Zhuzhou, east-central China’s Hunan Province, from Oct 24 to 25, witnessed the signing and announcement of 142 projects with a total investment of 58.2 billion Chinese yuan. (100 Chinese yuan = RM61.14)

AirAsia Carries Over 45 Million Passengers Year-to-date -- Capital A

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- AirAsia has carried over 45 million passengers year-to-date, maintaining a high load factor of 90 per cent, said Capital A Bhd. 

US Keen On Climate Change Partnerships With Malaysia, Focusing On SAF To Reduce Emissions

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The United States is keen to explore climate change partnerships with Malaysia, focusing on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in its pursuit to cut down carbon emissions and achieve a clean, green climate-resilient future.

ASEAN Chairmanship: Malaysia Can Advance Carbon Initiatives Within Region - Sarawak Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship next year presents an excellent opportunity for advancing carbon trading and carbon credits within its member countries, said Sarawak’s Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni.

Malaysia Aviation Group Joins CEO Action Network For Sustainable Business Practices

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group Bhd (MAG) has joined the CEO Action Network (CAN), a coalition of over 70 leaders committed to sustainability advocacy, capacity building and measurable action.

Capital A Could Benefit From Favourable Factors As It Undergoes Restructuring - PIVB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd is expected to benefit from favourable factors such as ringgit appreciation, robust air travel demand, and lower jet fuel prices amid its proposed restructuring plan, said Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIVB).