AirAsia X Positions Bahrain As Strategic Hub For Global Network Expansion

From Abdul Hamid A Rahman

MANAMA, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) is advancing its global expansion strategy by positioning Bahrain as a strategic hub to strengthen connectivity between Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Australia.

AirBorneo Plans Expansion, To Launch Jet Operations Mid-2026

SINGAPORE, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- AirBorneo is eyeing an expansion of its operations with additional capacity and routes, as it plans to introduce jet-engine operations in the second half of 2026.

AME Elite Secures RM214.13 Mln Test Cell Project From KLIA Aeropolis

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- AME Elite Consortium Bhd's wholly-owned unit, AME Construction Sdn Bhd has been awarded a RM214.13 million contract by KLIA Aeropolis Sdn Bhd to construct a specialised test cell facility (Phase 1) in Sepang, Selangor.

AirBorneo Orders Eight ATR Aircraft, Delivery Set For 2027- 2029

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- AirBorneo has entered into an agreement with aircraft manufacturer ATR to order eight aircraft, comprising five ATR 72-600s and three ATR 42-600s, with deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2029.

Sri Lankan FitsAir To Increase Malaysia Flights To Four-Weekly By End-March

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Sri Lanka’s low-cost carrier and the first privately-owned international airline FitsAir plans to increase its weekly flight frequency to Malaysia to four from three by the end of March this year. 

Strong 2025 Passenger Demand Masks Ongoing Capacity Constraints - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- The global air passenger market in 2025 saw strong demand and robust growth but masked ongoing capacity constraints in the airline industry due to decarbonisation challenges and supply chain issues, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Batik Air Malaysia To Add 10 Aircraft This Year, Targets 85 Pct On-time Performance By Mid-year

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Batik Air Malaysia plans to add 10 more aircraft this year, increasing its fleet to 63 planes as the airline accelerates network expansion, improves operational resilience and strengthens connectivity from Subang Airport.

Malaysia Airports Strengthens China Connectivity At KLIA, Tawau To Support VM2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports continues to expand international air connectivity with new airline services linking key cities in China to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Tawau Airport, in support of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).

Airbus Says Committed To Grow Its Industrial Footprint In Malaysia's Defence, Aerospace Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Global aircraft manufacturer Airbus has reaffirmed Malaysia’s importance as a key market for its commercial aircraft, defence and space businesses, underscoring its long term commitment to supporting the country’s aerospace sector through strong industrial collaboration.

Malaysia Airlines' Europe Flights On Schedule After Iranian Airspace Closure, Affected Flights Rerouted

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has confirmed that all Malaysia Airlines passenger flights to London and Paris, as well as cargo operations to Amsterdam that utilise Middle East routings, continue to operate as scheduled following the temporary closure of Iranian airspace. 

AirAsia X Shares Up After Securing RM1 Bln Private Placement

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd’s (AAX) shares rose in early trading after fully securing its RM1 billion private placement at RM1.65 per share, following its Tuesday announcement.

AAX Fully Secures RM1 Bln Private Placement At RM1.65 Per Share

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) has fully secured its RM1 billion private placement at RM 1.65 per share.