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Malaysia Airlines (MAS · Malaysian Airline System Berhad)

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Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima

Mark Elliott Aug 15, 2017

Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China) When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017 Who? Malaysia Airlines Why?…

Brain Waves: the latest bright ideas from Hertz, Delta Air Lines and more

Mark Elliott Aug 1, 2017

Delta introduces biometric boarding pass Delta Air Lines passengers can now simply scan their fingerprints to board an aircraft at Washington DC's Reagan National Airport. The new…

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Oman Air spreads wings in Asia Pacific

Mark Elliott Jul 31, 2017

Oman Air has expanded its Asia Pacific network with the signing of a codeshare partnership with Malaysia Airlines. Effective immediately, Oman Air passengers will be able to connect…

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Asian air route updates, including new flights to Chiang Mai, Clark and Tianjin

Mark Elliott Jul 20, 2017

Russian carrier flies 777 to Hainan Where? Moscow Domodedovo (Russia) to Haikou (China) When? Once a week, effective immediately Who? VIM Airlines Why? Handling rising Russian demand…

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Malaysia Airlines reveals patriotic new livery

Mark Elliott Jul 14, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a patriotic new livery that reflects the design of the Malaysian national flag. The “Negaraku” livery forms part of a Malaysian government initiative…

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Malaysia Airlines orders Boeing’s high-capacity 737

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has placed an order for 10 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft - the new high-capacity version of popular single-aisle jet. The deal, which is valued at US$1.25 billion at…

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Malaysia Airlines partners Sixt for car hire

Mark Elliott Jun 7, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has entered into a new global partnership agreement with Sixt, the car rental company. Under the terms of the deal, members of the airline's frequent flyer…

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Malaysia’s new A380 airline to launch in 2018

Mark Elliott May 30, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that its new pilgrimage charter airline will commence operations in the third quarter of 2018. The new subsidiary will utilise the national carrier's…

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Malaysia Airlines to start tracking all flights

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2017

Malaysia Airlines has signed up for a new flight tracking solution that will enable the carrier to monitor all of its flights, anywhere in the world. The new "Aircom FlightTracker"…

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Asian air route updates: Cebgo, IndiGo, Air China and Malaysia Airlines

Mark Elliott Feb 15, 2017

Cebgo provides first ever flights to Tablas Where? Manila to Tablas (both the Philippines) When? Four times a week, effective immediately Who? Cebgo Why? Designed to stimulate traffic…

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MH370 to remain a mystery as search ends

Mark Elliott Jan 17, 2017

The search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight, MH370, has come to an end after almost three years. The Joint Agency Coordination Centre (JACC), which had been leading the search…

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Malaysia Airlines partners Plaza Premium at Heathrow

Mark Elliott Dec 22, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has formed a new partnership with Plaza Premium, the airport lounge operator. Effective immediately, Malaysia Airlines’ economy class passengers will be entitled to…

The latest industry appoinments

Mark Elliott Dec 14, 2016

NOELLA FERNS has become British Airways' new regional general manager for Greater China and the Philippines, based in Hong Kong. Ms Ferns has worked for BA for more than 20 years,…

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New A380 airline to target pilgrimage market

Mark Elliott Dec 5, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that it is “finalising plans” for the formation of a new airline. The new operation will utilise the national carrier's six Airbus A380 aircraft to…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Nov 30, 2016

NATSUKO KIMURA has been hired as HomeAway's new country head for Japan. Ms Kimura has many years of experience in marketing and e-commerce, including her most recent role at Expedia,…

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Malaysia Airlines makes major play in China

Mark Elliott Nov 10, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has unveiled plans for a major expansion of its operations in China. The national carrier will launch nine new Chinese routes in 2017, while also adding more…

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Malaysia Airlines adds island connections

Mark Elliott Oct 13, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has unveiled plans for two new routes linking the islands of Borneo and Penang. Catering for expected festive demand, the national carrier will commence new services…

Malaysia Airlines turns red with Liverpool deal

Mark Elliott Oct 11, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has formed a major new partnership with Liverpool Football Club. The national carrier today struck a deal to become the club's "Official Global Airline Partner". This…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Sep 1, 2016

TOMOE MAKINO has become TripAdvisor's new country manager for Japan. He joins the travel site from Twitter, where he served as senior growth director for Japan. Makino has also held…

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Malaysia Airlines passengers told to print own baggage tags

Mark Elliott Aug 17, 2016

Malaysia Airlines is demanding that all economy class passengers now print their own baggage tags. The new rule, which comes into effect on 18 August 2016 on all flights departing…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Aug 10, 2016

JEAN-GABRIEL PERES has become the new president & CEO of Kerzner International, which operates the luxury One&Only hotel brand. Peres joins Kerzner from Mövenpick Hotels &…

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MH370 pilot “plotted Indian Ocean course”

Mark Elliott Jul 28, 2016

The pilot of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 plotted a course into the southern Indian Ocean prior to the disappearance of the aircraft, investigators have discovered. The Joint Agency…

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MH370 plunged sharply into sea – investigator

Mark Elliott Jul 28, 2016

An Australian crash investigator has told the aviation website AirlineRatings.com that flight MH370 plunged sharply and quickly into the ocean, suggesting that no-one was in control of…

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Malaysia Airlines revamps fleet with “game-changing” deal

Mark Elliott Jul 27, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has moved to expand and renew its short-haul fleet, with the signing of a major deal for up to 50 aircraft. The Kuala Lumpur-based national carrier has placed a firm…

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MH370 search to be suspended

Mark Elliott Jul 22, 2016

The hunt for flight MH370 will be suspended upon completion of the existing search area, it has been confirmed. A joint statement was released on Friday (22 July 2016) following a…

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Emirates de-links KL from Melbourne

Mark Elliott Jun 16, 2016

Emirates will cease operating its Dubai-Kuala Lumpur-Melbourne service later this year, as it opts to cut out the Malaysian capital and fly direct to Australia. The re-routing, which…

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Malaysia Airlines gains from capacity cuts

Mark Elliott Jun 14, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has reported an improved first quarter performance, following capacity cuts which have reduced the airline's seat offerings by almost a third. Reporting its results…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott May 18, 2016

CAPTAIN IZHAM ISMAIL has been named as the new CEO of MASwings, Malaysia Airlines' regional subsidiary. A former Malaysia Airlines pilot, Captain Izham is currently head of the national…

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Malaysia Airlines revamps economy class meals

Mark Elliott May 10, 2016

Malaysia Airlines is making an effort to improve the quality of its economy class meals. As part of a major overhaul of its passenger services, the national carrier said it is…

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Malaysia Airlines to revamp Golden Lounges

Mark Elliott May 3, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has revealed plans for a major makeover of its Golden Lounges. The revamp will start this year with the overhaul of the airline's regional and domestic Lounges at…

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Malaysia Airlines CEO steps down

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2016

Christoph Mueller, the recently-appointed CEO of Malaysia Airlines, will step down from his role on 1 September 2016. A German national, Mueller was officially appointed in May 2015,…

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Malaysian airlines form new alliance

Mark Elliott Apr 18, 2016

Seven Malaysian airlines have joined forces to form the Association of Malaysian Air Carriers (AMAC). The alliance will include Malaysia Airlines and its two subsidiaries, MASwings…

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Malaysia’s new shariah airline grounded

Mark Elliott Apr 11, 2016

Rayani Air, the start-up Malaysian airline that conforms to Islamic shariah standards, has been grounded by aviation authorities. Malaysia's Bernama news agency reports that the country's…

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Emirates adds 15 Malaysian destinations

Mark Elliott Apr 5, 2016

Emirates has significantly expanded its network in Malaysia following the expansion of its partnership with Malaysia Airlines. The two carriers embarked on a new codeshare partnership…

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Malaysia Airlines hopeful of solving MH370 mystery

Mark Elliott Mar 28, 2016

Malaysian Airline has said it welcomes the news that debris found on the coast of Africa is almost certain to belong to its missing flight, MH370. In a statement, the national carrier…

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Malaysia Airlines launches new A330 business class seat

Mark Elliott Mar 24, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has unveiled the first Airbus A330-300 aircraft fitted with its new business class seats. The aircraft, which entered service on the Kuala Lumpur-Sydney route on 23…

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MH370 engine part found in South Africa

Mark Elliott Mar 23, 2016

A piece of the Rolls-Royce engine from flight MH370 has washed up on a beach in South Africa. The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has confirmed that the debris, which…

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Malaysia wants to boost Indian air capacity

Mark Elliott Mar 21, 2016

Malaysia has open discussions with India about the expansion of its flight capacity. The Bernama news agency reported the country’s Transport Minister, Liow Tiong Lai, as saying that…

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Malaysia Airlines ditches Boeing 777s in fleet overhaul

Mark Elliott Mar 7, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has retired its entire fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft as part of its ongoing restructuring plan. Providing an update on its turnaround efforts, the national carrier…

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Possible MH370 debris washes up in Mozambique

Mark Elliott Mar 3, 2016

A piece of white metal, approximately one metre in length, has been found on a beach in Mozambique, leading to speculation that it could be debris from the missing Malaysia Airlines…

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Malaysia Airlines to drive inbound medical tourism

Mark Elliott Mar 1, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has signed a new agreement that will see it promote Malaysia's medial tourism sector. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council…

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Malaysia Airlines embarks on new era with Emirates

Mark Elliott Feb 29, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has turned over a new page in its history with the launch of a major codeshare partnership with Emirates. Through an extensive codeshare agreement, the Kuala…

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Sabre, Malaysia Airlines celebrate agents

Mark Elliott Jan 25, 2016

Sabre and Malaysia Airlines recently co-hosted an event to celebrate their long-standing relationship and to recognise their top Malaysian travel agency partners. Held at Zouk in…

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Malaysia Airlines adds Laksa Bars at KL lounges

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has started showcasing the country's national cuisine at its airport lounges. New Laksa Bars have opened at the airline's three Golden Lounges at Kuala Lumpur…

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Malaysia Airlines’ Dubai connections to start in February

Mark Elliott Jan 14, 2016

Malaysia Airlines' new partnership with Emirates, which was first announced last month, will get underway on 15 February 2016, the airlines have confirmed. From this date, Malaysia…

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Malaysia Airlines lifts baggage restrictions

Mark Elliott Jan 6, 2016

Malaysia Airlines has lifted a temporary restriction that banned passengers from checking in baggage on certain flights to Europe. The airline imposed the measure earlier this week,…

Malaysian airport traffic falls in November

Mark Elliott Dec 11, 2015

Passenger traffic at Malaysian airports declined in November 2015. According to the latest data from the state-run operator, Malaysia Airport Holdings Bhd (MAHB), the country's…

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Malaysia Airlines routes traffic through Dubai with Emirates deal

Mark Elliott Dec 3, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has formed a new partnership with Emirates that will see it drive more global traffic through Dubai International Airport. The comprehensive codeshare agreement,…

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MH370 could be found “within weeks”

Mark Elliott Nov 23, 2015

The missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 would be found in the next two months, a former pilot has claimed. Captain Simon Hardy has been working with Australian authorities…

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Malaysia Airlines unveils new business class seats

Mark Elliott Nov 4, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has used the World Travel Market (WTM) in London to unveil its new business class seats. The new seats, which will be fitted to the airline's fleet of 15 Airbus…

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Gary Rhodes to create lounge meals for Malaysia Airlines

Mark Elliott Nov 3, 2015

British celebrity chef Gary Rhodes will create dishes for passengers in Malaysia Airlines' Platinum Lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport this month. The airline, along with…

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Malaysia Airlines seals Chinese charter deal

Mark Elliott Oct 29, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has entered into a partnership with Universal Charter to provide flights between Kota Kinabalu and mainland China. Under the agreement, the airline will operate 180…

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Malaysia Airlines to operate new A350s

Mark Elliott Sep 13, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has signed a new deal that will lead to the arrivals of its first ever Airbus A350 aircraft. The recently-relaunched national carrier has sealed a contract with…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Sep 9, 2015

OSCAR MUNOZ has become United Airlines’ new president & chief executive officer, following the resignation of Jeff Smisek. Munoz brings plenty of commercial experience to the…

Airlines and Aviation

New Malaysia Airlines gets green light to launch

Mark Elliott Aug 31, 2015

The new Malaysia Airlines has been given permission to launch flights. The new company, Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB), was created following a major restructuring programme overseen by…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Aug 26, 2015

CHARLES D. McKEE has been announced as Malaysia Airlines' new head of marketing, effective 14 September. McKee has 27 years' experience in the airline, hospitality and travel sectors,…

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Reunion debris confirmed as MH370

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2015

The piece of aircraft wing that washed up on the island of Reunion last week is from flight MH370, it has been confirmed. Malaysia's Prime Minister, Najib Razak, addressed his citizens in…

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Reunion “wing flap” could belong to MH370

Mark Elliott Jul 30, 2015

A large piece of debris has washed up on the Indian Ocean island of Reunion, leading to hopes that it could be part of the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. The white object,…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Jul 29, 2015

SEAN TREACY has become Royal Caribbean Cruises' new managing director for Singapore & Southeast Asia. Treacy has worked for the company since 2006, most recently as regional…

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“Business as usual” as Malaysia Airlines appoints administrator

Mark Elliott May 25, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has assured passengers that it is "business as usual" following the appointment of an administrator to oversee the national carrier's restructuring. Khazanah Nasional…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott May 6, 2015

WALLACE WONG has become the Pacific Asia Travel Association's (PATA) new regional director for Asia. Malaysian-born Wong joins the Bangkok-based association with 10 years' experience in…

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Malaysia Airlines cuts Kochi flights

Mark Elliott Apr 19, 2015

Malaysia Airlines will cancel its Kuala Lumpur-Kochi route as part of a major cost-cutting programme. In the latest stage of the airline's 12-point Recovery Plan, which was outlined…

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Malaysia Airlines cancels Frankfurt flights

Mark Elliott Apr 19, 2015

Malaysia Airlines will cancel its key Frankfurt route as part of a major cost-cutting programme. In the latest stage of the airline's 12-point Recovery Plan, which was outlined last…

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Early start for new Malaysia Airlines CEO

Mark Elliott Mar 21, 2015

The new managing director & CEO of Malaysia Airlines, Christoph Mueller, will take up his new role ahead of schedule on 1 May 2015, the national carrier's parent company has confirmed.…

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MAS blames “oversight” for black box battery failure

Mark Elliott Mar 9, 2015

Malaysia Airlines has said that an "oversight" led to the expired battery in flight MH370's flight data recorder not being replaced before the aircraft's final flight. An…

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One year on, Malaysia Airlines remembers MH370

Mark Elliott Mar 8, 2015

A year after flight MH370 disappeared without trace, Malaysia Airlines held a private gathering to remember the 239 passengers and crew who remain unaccounted for. The event was held…

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MH370 was an “accident”, Malaysia says

Mark Elliott Jan 29, 2015

The disappearance of flight MH370 has been declared an "accident" by the Malaysian government. The announcement was made in a televised broadcast on Thursday by the director-general…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Dec 10, 2014

CHARAMPORN JOTIKASTHIRA has been confirmed as the new president of Thai Airways International. He joins the airline with extensive business experience, having held the role of president…

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Mueller to switch Aer Lingus for Malaysia Airlines

Mark Elliott Dec 6, 2014

The current chief executive of Aer Lingus has been announced as the new CEO of Malaysia Airlines. Christoph R. Mueller’s appointment is part of the Malaysian carrier’s restructure,…

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WTM14: Malaysia Airlines ‘grateful for trade support’

Mark Elliott Nov 6, 2014

Strong support from the UK travel trade has helped Malaysia Airlines (MAS) to recover quicker than hoped, its UK general manager has told Travel Daily. Weng Chi Lee said the trade’s…

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Malaysia, Netherlands want justice for MH17

Mark Elliott Nov 5, 2014

Malaysia and the Netherlands have pledged to bring those responsible for the crash of flight MH17 to justice. The Malaysian Prime Minister, Najib Razak, met with his Dutch…

Malaysia Airlines ties up with French rail operator

Mark Elliott Oct 10, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has signed a new agreement that will allow passenger to buy joint flight and rail tickets for travel to, from and within France. The new agreement with TGVAIR…

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MH370 search shifts south again

Mark Elliott Sep 25, 2014

The search for flight MH370 will move south again, after analysts revised their views of the aircraft's final movements. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) said this week…

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MAS hits back at media for false reports and speculation

Mark Elliott Sep 18, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has hit back strongly at sections of the media, amid false reports about its flights and further speculation about flight MH370. US-based site worldnewsdaily.com…

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MAS revamps domestic lounge

Mark Elliott Sep 16, 2014

Malaysia Airlines has completed a renovation of its domestic lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Following eight weeks of work, the Golden Domestic Lounge has…

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MAS India flight turns back due to glitch

Mark Elliott Sep 14, 2014

A Malaysia Airlines flight to India was forced to return to Kuala Lumpur on Sunday morning, due to a glitch with the aircraft's auto-pilot system. The Boeing 737-800 aircraft departed…

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Flight MH17 hit by “high-energy objects” – report

Mark Elliott Sep 9, 2014

Flight MH17 was brought down by “a large number of high-energy objects that penetrated the aircraft from outside”, investigators have concluded. Releasing its report into the downing…

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Malaysia Airlines to slash 6,000 jobs in revival bid

Mark Elliott Aug 31, 2014

Malaysia Airlines' state-run parent company, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, has unveiled its plan to help rebuild the struggling national carrier, including the cutting of 6,000 jobs. The…

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Malaysia Airlines’ parent to de-list national carrier

Mark Elliott Aug 8, 2014

Malaysian Airline' state-owned parent company, Khazanah Nasional Bhd, has confirmed plans to take full ownership of the national carrier and remove it from the Bursa Malaysia stock…

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Contractor hired for MH370 underwater search

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2014

Australia has hired a contractor to conduct the underwater search for flight MH370.The Joint Agency Coordination Centre (JACC), which is organising the search efforts, said on Wednesday that…

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Malaysia to hold day of mourning for MH17 victims

Mark Elliott Aug 5, 2014

Malaysia has announced plans to hold a "national day of mourning" for the victims of flight MH17, once all the bodies have been repatriated. In a statement this week, Liow Tiong Lai,…

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Malaysia sends ship to join MH370 survey

Mark Elliott Aug 1, 2014

Malaysia will send a ship to the Indian Ocean to help with efforts to survey the seabed, as part of the ongoing search for flight MH370. A Chinese military vessel, the Zhu Kezhen, and…

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Airlines call for better control of “weapons of war”

Mark Elliott Jul 30, 2014

The world's airlines have called on the international community to control the flow of “weapons of war”, following the downing of flight MH17. The International Air Transport…

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Aviation industry reflects on darkest week

Mark Elliott Jul 25, 2014

The international aviation community is mourning one of the worst weeks in the history of aviation safety. Following the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 on 17 July, and the…

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Russia ready to join MH17 probe

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2014

Russia has indicated that it is ready to help with the investigation into the downing of flight MH17. Under intense international pressure to help with the probe, the country's…

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Malaysia Airlines offers MH17 families $5,000 – update 3

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2014

Malaysia Airlines has offered the families affected by the MH17 US$5,000 to ease their finances during the crisis. The carrier will offer the money to the families of each passenger…

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Malaysia Airlines jet “shot down” over Ukraine – update 1

Mark Elliott Jul 17, 2014

A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777 has crashed in Ukraine, killing everyone onboard. The flight was carrying 295 people - 280 passengers and 15 crew members - from Amsterdam to Kuala…

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MAS adds holiday flights

Mark Elliott Jul 15, 2014

Malaysia Airlines is adding more capacity for the upcoming Hari Raya Puasa. From 24 July to 4 August 2014, the airline will offer 11,896 extra seats to cope with an expected surge in…

MAS adds expands US codeshare

Mark Elliott Jul 14, 2014

Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a major expansion of its US operations, following a new codeshare agreement with American Airlines. The two oneworld members have expanded their…

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Malaysia Airlines makes self check-in mandatory

Mark Elliott Jul 8, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has announced that all economy class passengers departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will now be required to use self-service check-in facilities.…

Airlines and Aviation

MH370: New search area confirmed

Mark Elliott Jun 27, 2014

The Australian government has announced a new search area in the hunt for flight MH370. Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss said yesterday that the new search zone would cover up to…

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“Sweeping changes” needed at Malaysia Airlines – CEO

Mark Elliott Jun 25, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has said it is planning to undertake "radical" and "sweeping changes" to its business, in order to ensure the carrier’s future. In an address at the MAS Annual…

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Etihad denies MAS takeover rumours

Mark Elliott Jun 19, 2014

Etihad Airways has issued a statement denying it is planning to buy a stake in Malaysia Airlines. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier is currently in the process of finalising a deal with…

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MH370: Indian Ocean search area “not final resting place”

Mark Elliott May 29, 2014

The area of the Indian Ocean where flight MH370 is believed to have crashed was not the aircraft's "final resting place", investigators have said. The Joint Agency Coordination Centre…

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MAS denies shutdown “rumour”

Mark Elliott May 22, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has denied a "rumour" that it will shut down its operations on 28 May 2014. In an official statement released on Thursday (22 May), the airline said that…

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Beleaguered Malaysia Airlines posts “expected” Q1 loss

Mark Elliott May 16, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) slumped to another loss in the first quarter of the year, as the national carrier's considerable recent woes continued. In a quarter marked by the disappearance of…

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MH370: Indian Ocean search area expanded

Mark Elliott May 5, 2014

The team scouring the Indian Ocean for flight MH370 has expanded its search area. Addressing a news conference on Monday (5 May 2014), Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss…

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MH370 relatives told to return home

Mark Elliott May 2, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has asked the relatives of Chinese passengers aboard flight MH370 to return home. The airline has been hosting passengers' next-of-kin at the Lido Hotel in Kuala…

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MH370 search enters “new phase”

Mark Elliott Apr 29, 2014

The search for the wreckage of flight MH370 has entered a "new phase", Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has said. In a press briefing on Monday, Abbott noted that it was now…

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Malaysian flight makes emergency landing

Mark Elliott Apr 24, 2014

Another Malaysian aircraft has been forced to make an emergency landing. An aircraft operated by Malaysia Airlines' regional subsidiary, Firefly, was forced to make an unscheduled…

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Bengaluru bound MAS plane lands safely in KL

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has confirmed that Bengaluru bound flight MH192 that departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 2209 today (20 April), made an air turn back…

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Alternate airport options for airlines

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2014

The runway repair work at Dubai International in May has led airlines to choose between Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central, while others have opted to head to Sharjah…

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MH370 search sub forced to resurface – update 2

Mark Elliott Apr 14, 2014

Tuesday 15 April 2014: The unmanned submersible vehicle deployed to search for flight MH370 was forced to return to the surface after exceeding its maximum operating depth. The…

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MH370 signals “rapidly fading”

Mark Elliott Apr 13, 2014

The team searching the Indian Ocean for flight MH370 have detected no new electronic signals since last week, as the time needed to locate the aircraft appears to be running out. Speaking…

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MH370 search plane detects signal – update 2

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2014

An aircraft involved in the search for flight MH370 has picked up a signal that could be from the missing aircraft. Air Chief Marshal Angus Houston, chief coordinator of the Joint…

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Search teams race to find MH370 black boxes

Mark Elliott Apr 6, 2014

The multinational team searching the Indian Ocean for flight MH370 faces a race against time, as the black boxes' batteries begin to fade. The flight data recorder and cockpit voice…

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“We will not give up” on MH370 – Malaysian PM

Mark Elliott Apr 3, 2014

Malaysia's Prime Minister has said he "will not give up" until flight MH370 has been found. In a press briefing in Perth on Thursday, PM Najib Razak expressed his gratitude to…

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Malaysia Airlines accepts “painful reality”

Mark Elliott Mar 25, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has said it must accept the "painful reality" that flight MH370 crashed into the Indian Ocean, killing everyone onboard. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the…

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Flight MH370 “ended in Indian Ocean” – update two

Mark Elliott Mar 24, 2014

It is almost certain that flight MH370 crashed into the southern Indian Ocean, Malaysia’s Prime Minister has said. Citing analysis of satellite data from Inmarsat and the UK Air…

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Debris spotting extends hope for MH370

Mark Elliott Mar 24, 2014

New data is showing up potential debris from the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 in the southern Indian Ocean. After what has been a weekend of further investigation in an off…

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Further setbacks for beleaguered MAS

Mark Elliott Mar 24, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) suffered another setback on Sunday, when a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul's Incheon Airport had to make an emergency landing due to a problem with the aircraft's…

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Possible MH370 debris spotted near Australia

Mark Elliott Mar 20, 2014

Two objects have been spotted floating in the waters southwest of Perth, which could be related to the Malaysia Airlines aircraft. Investigators from Australia, New Zealand and the US…

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Australia hunts MH370 as search shifts south

Mark Elliott Mar 18, 2014

Australia is now leading the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines jet, after the focus of the investigation appeared to shift south yesterday. Based on satellite signals, Malaysian…

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MH370 search widens from Perth to Kazakhstan

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2014

Flight MH370 could have flown as far as Kazakhstan or Perth, it has been revealed. Following two days of reports from US sources - previously denied by Malaysian authorities - that the…

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MH370 search expanded to Indian Ocean

Mark Elliott Mar 14, 2014

The search for flight MH370 turned west again yesterday, towards the Indian Ocean, as potential leads were dismissed and new lines of inquiry opened up. Twenty-four hours after the focus…

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Malaysia Airlines retires MH370 flight code

Mark Elliott Mar 13, 2014

Malaysia Airlines has confirmed that it will no longer use the MH370 flight number for its Kuala Lumpur-Beijing service. The now globally-recognised flight code will be retired, "as a…

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Fresh clues in hunt for flight MH370

Mark Elliott Mar 13, 2014

The search for flight MH370 has uncovered fresh clues, after China released images that could show the wreckage of the aircraft, and an oil rig worker claimed he saw a burning plane at the…

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Change of direction in MH370 search

Mark Elliott Mar 12, 2014

The investigation into the disappearance of flight MH370 has taken a change of direction, as the search for the missing aircraft enters a fifth day. It was confirmed on Tuesday that…

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What happened to flight MH370?

Mark Elliott Mar 11, 2014

It has been more than four days since flight MH370 disappeared from the skies, and left the world praying for the 239 people onboard. And as time passes and lines of inquiry turn into false…

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Search area widened for missing Malaysia aircraft

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2014

Authorities have expanded the search area of the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. The Malacca Strait and South China Sea are now being investigated, as Chinese authorities…

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Mystery deepens in search for flight MH370 (update 2)

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2014

The fate of flight MH370 remains a mystery this morning, after it was revealed that debris found floating in the sea is not part of the missing Malaysia Airlines flight. Malaysia’s…

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MAS shares slump

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2014

Malaysia Airlines’ (MAS) share price plunged 10% yesterday, as markets reacted to the disappearance of flights MH370. Bloomberg reports that MAS stock sank to 22.5 sen (approximately…

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What brought down flight MH370?

Mark Elliott Mar 9, 2014

The mysterious disappearance of flight MH370 has led to several theories about what could have caused the plane to go missing. And the biggest fear of all, is terrorism. Despite the…

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Search continues for missing flight MH370 – update 3

Mark Elliott Mar 8, 2014

Search and rescue efforts are continuing this morning for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which went missing on Saturday en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. The national carrier…

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MAS, Garuda resume codeshare

Mark Elliott Mar 5, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and Garuda Indonesia have resumed their codeshare partnership on flights between Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Effective immediately, Garuda will place its 'GA'…

Australia attracts Indian television audience

Mark Elliott Mar 5, 2014

Australia will showcase Melbourne as a honeymoon destination through primetime television show in India. Tourism Australia (TA) along with Tourism Victoria (TVIC) and Malaysia…

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MAS advances Chinese charter operations

Mark Elliott Mar 3, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has formed a new partnership that will allow it to operate more charter flight to and from China. The airline's charter unit, Malaysia Airlines Haj &…

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MAS losses widen in 2013

Mark Elliott Feb 19, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has posted a significant loss for 2013, as strong competition and currency issues impacted the carrier. The airline slumped to a net loss of MYR1.17 billion…

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MAS revamps KLIA lounge

Mark Elliott Feb 18, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has refurbished its lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Following three months of renovation work, the 4,000m² lounge in KLIA's Satellite…

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TNZ rolls out new joint initiative in India

Mark Elliott Feb 12, 2014

Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) has announced its latest joint venture to promote the destination in India. The joint venture with Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and Auckland International…

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Malaysia Airlines to fly daily from DWC between May and July

Mark Elliott Feb 11, 2014

Malaysia Airlines will temporarily shift all of its flights to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central later this year when runway repair work cuts capacity at Dubai…

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Malaysia Airlines to cut last American route

Mark Elliott Jan 27, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will suspend its flights to Los Angeles - its last destination in the Americas - as part of a major cost-cutting drive. The national carrier, which is expected…

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ATR celebrates record year

Mark Elliott Jan 26, 2014

Aircraft manufacturer ATR is celebrating a record year. The European turboprop-maker delivered 74 aircraft to customers during 2013 – the highest number ever registered in a single…

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Airlines codeshare between Malaysia and Myanmar

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2014

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has signed a new codeshare with Myanmar Airways International (MAI). Effective 15 February 2014, the deal will allow MAS to place its 'MH' code on MAI's five…

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Malaysia Airline deploys A330-300 on Dubai route

Mark Elliott Jan 15, 2014

Malaysia Airline will deploy its new A330-300 aircraft on the Dubai – Kuala Lumpur route in 2014. The new aircraft replaces the previously used Boeing 777 for this sector. The aircraft…

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MAS to rebrand holiday arm

Mark Elliott Dec 9, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is planning to rebrand its tour operator business. From 1 January 2014, the existing MASholidays unit will be renamed 'Golden Holidays', with a new brand logo…

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Firefly to launch Kota Bharu-Bangkok

Mark Elliott Nov 26, 2013

Malaysian airline Firefly is planning to launch flights to Bangkok. Commencing on 24 January 2014, the carrier will operate four weekly flights to the Thai capital's Don Mueang…

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MAS slumps to Q3 loss

Mark Elliott Nov 19, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) fell to a significant loss in the third quarter of the year. The national carrier registered a net loss of MYR375 million (US$117m) in the three months to 30…

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MAS to fly year-round to Auckland

Mark Elliott Nov 15, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will start offering year-round direct services between Auckland and Kuala Lumpur from next year. Effective 30 March 2014, the national carrier will operate an…

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oneworld a success for Malaysia Airlines

Mark Elliott Nov 5, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has hailed its oneworld membership a success after significantly turning around its passenger numbers in the last year. Dean Dacko, senior vice president of…

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MAS resumes Kota Kinabalu-Tokyo flights

Mark Elliott Oct 28, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has re-introduced direct flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tokyo. The service resumed on Monday 28 October 2013 and will now operate three times a week.…

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MAS boosts Asia Pacific capacity

Mark Elliott Sep 22, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has continued its recent expansion with plans to add more flights on a series on Asia Pacific routes. Following the recent launch of flights to Dubai and…

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Jetstar pens new interline agreement

Mark Elliott Sep 3, 2013

The Jetstar Group has added seven new interline partners from Asia, Europe and North America it has announced. The company now offers the customers of China Eastern, China Southern,…

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MAS bullish about Indian market

Mark Elliott Aug 30, 2013

Malaysian Airlines (MAS) is still bullish on India despite the weakening Indian economy and will continue to seek growth opportunities in the country. The airline has seen a…

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MAS adds third daily Melbourne flight

Mark Elliott Aug 23, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will increase the frequency of its flights to Melbourne later this year. The Kuala Lumpur-based national carrier currently flies to the Australian city twice a…

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MAS deploys SITA weather system

Mark Elliott Aug 22, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has deployed a new system designed to optimise its flights depending on weather conditions. The FMS Wind Uplink service from SITA updates key Flight Management…

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MAS reduces quarterly loss

Mark Elliott Aug 21, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) achieved a significant improvement in its financial performance in the second quarter of 2013, but still fell to a three-month net loss. The national carrier…

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Malaysia Airlines breaks seat load record

Mark Elliott Aug 19, 2013

Malaysia’s national carrier Malaysia Airlines has reported its highest seat load in a decade in a series of results which give a very positive outlook for the company. The news, which…

The latest industry appointments

Mark Elliott Aug 15, 2013

MARGRITH ETTLIN has become Silversea's first ever female captain. A Swiss national with extensive maritime experience in remote regions, including the Arctic and Antarctica, Captain…

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MAS returns to Dubai

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has resumed flights to Dubai, 18 months after it suspended services to the city. The new Kuala Lumpur-Dubai service took off on Monday 5 August 2013, and will…

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MAS boosts holiday capacity

Mark Elliott Jul 26, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will ramp up its capacity next month to cater for an expected rise in demand during the country’s Hari Raya holiday period. From 3-18 August 2013 the national…

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MASholidays launches Dubai packages

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2013

MASholidays has rolled out two tour packages to Dubai in conjunction with commencement of services to Dubai. Travellers can choose from two packages of either group or individual departure…

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MAS adds Yangon, Auckland flights

Mark Elliott Jul 17, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is continuing its Asia Pacific expansion with the launch of extra flights to two more destinations, Auckland and Yangon. From 1 August 2013, the national…

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Asian aviation tidbits

Mark Elliott Jul 11, 2013

China Eastern to launch Manila flights China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will launch a new service to Manila. From 18 October, the Shanghai-based airline will commence a…

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MAS to add Kochi, Darwin

Mark Elliott Jul 9, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will add two new destinations to its route map later this year - the south Indian city of Kochi and Darwin, in Australia's Northern Territory. Flights to…

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MAS’ new UK manager eyes third daily flight

Mark Elliott Jul 4, 2013

Malaysia Airlines’ (MAS) new area manager for UK & Ireland already has ambitions for a third daily London flight as its Airbus A380 continues to be a hit with customers. Weng Chi…

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MAS expands American codeshare

Mark Elliott Jul 4, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has expanded its codeshare agreement with oneworld alliance partner, American Airlines. The two airlines announced plans to join forces on 136 weekly flights…

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MAS marks first A380 year

Mark Elliott Jul 2, 2013

Malaysia Airlines has marked the first year of its Airbus A380 services from London today (2 July). The carrier said it has seen higher load factors and positive UK growth in the…

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Malaysia Airlines returns to Dubai

Mark Elliott Jun 25, 2013

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will return to Dubai this summer, with the launch of a new direct service to and from Kuala Lumpur. The airline cut its Dubai flights as part of a major…

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Asian aviation tidbits

Mark Elliott Jun 12, 2013

Asiana to add Indonesia flights Asiana Airlines has announced plans to launch two new routes to Indonesia. From 19 July 2013, the South Korean carrier will commence daily flights…

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Malaysia Airlines cuts Q1 loss

Mark Elliott May 30, 2013 15

Malaysia Airlines has improved its first quarter financial performance, but still sank to an operating loss of MYR165 million (US$53.7m) for the three-month period. Following two…

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MAS adds daytime service to Mumbai

Mark Elliott May 27, 2013 14

Malaysian Airlines (MAS) is increasing its frequency from Kuala Lumpur into Mumbai to 12 times weekly. Following a greater demand from the market, one additional service has been…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS signs US codeshare

Mar 26, 2013 11

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has signed a new codeshare agreement American Airlines that will give it access to five cities in the US. Effective this week, the arrangement enables MAS…

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MAS A380 cabin crew get iPads

Mar 21, 2013 14

Malaysia Airlines' (MAS) cabin crew working aboard the airline's Airbus A380s have started using iPads. Designed by SITA, the new ‘CrewTablet’ solution (called ‘MHCrew’ by MAS) will…

Airbus delivers 100th A380

Mar 15, 2013 16

Airbus delivered its 100th A380 this week, with the landmark aircraft handed over to Malaysia Airlines (MAS) in Toulouse. The new double-decker jet becomes the sixth and final A380 to…

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MAS boosts Asian network

Mar 14, 2013 14

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has announced plans to boost capacity across a series of Asian routes this summer, with the addition of extra flights and the deployment of larger aircraft. From…

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MAS losses narrow in 2012

Mar 3, 2013 5

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) reduced its losses considerably in 2012, following a major cost-saving programme. For the 12-months to 31 December 2012, the Kuala Lumpur-based national…

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Malaysia Airlines preps second A380 London flight

Mark Elliott Nov 16, 2012 0

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is gearing up to receive its two new Airbus A380 aircraft to use on its London-Kuala Lumpur route from next Saturday (24 November). Its third A380 arrived yesterday…

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MAS to join oneworld in February

Oct 30, 2012 0

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will become a full member of oneworld from 1 February 2013, the airline alliance has revealed. The national carrier initially agreed to join oneworld in June 2011,…

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MAS to boost Taipei flights

Oct 23, 2012 17

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has announced plans to boost its Taipei services. Effective 15 November 2012, its daily flight between Kota Kinabalu and Taipei will be upgraded from a 144-seat…

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MAS to boost Kota Kinabalu

Oct 18, 2012 16

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is increasing its connections from Kota Kinabalu, with the launch of direct services to Perth and Osaka and extra flights to Hong Kong. The national carrier will…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS to fly A380 to Paris

Oct 9, 2012 15

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has unveiled plans to fly its Airbus A380 to Paris. From 1 March 2013, the national carrier will fly its 494-seat A380 on the Kuala Lumpur-Paris Charles de Gaulle…

Social media bookings yet to take-off

Sep 14, 2012 13

Despite the popularity of social networks in the travel industry, airline and hotel bookings from sites like Facebook are yet to take-off, according to a new study. PhoCusWright's 'Social…

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Asian Aviation Briefs

Sep 6, 2012 17

China Airlines to recruit 126 cabin crew China Airlines (CAL) is now accepting applications for 126 Taiwanese flight attendants, to serve on its flights to Asia and Oceania. This is the…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS results improve

Aug 15, 2012 8

Struggling Malaysia Airlines (MAS) saw an improvement in its financial results during the second quarter of the year. The national carrier remained entrenched in the red, posting a net loss…

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MAS adds second A380

Aug 12, 2012 9

Malaysia Airlines' (MAS) second Airbus 380 has arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The new double-decker aircraft touched down in Malaysia on Saturday afternoon following…

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MAS receives 75th B737

Aug 7, 2012 15

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has taken delivery of its 75th Boeing 737 aircraft. The new B737-800 was handed over to the airline during a ceremony at Boeing's factory in the US, and is scheduled…

Airlines and Aviation

UK Prime Minister tours MAS A380

Jul 10, 2012 9

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) welcomed the UK’s Prime Minister David Cameron onboard its Airbus A380 on the first day on the Farnborough Airshow. Cameron has shown around the airline's second…

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Farnborough Air Show kicks off

Mark Elliott Jul 9, 2012 17

Farnborough Air Show kicked off today with Qatar Airways, Korean Air and Malaysia Airlines (MAS) amongst the carriers showing off their latest aircraft. While the former’s Dreamliner took…

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MAS adds India daytime flights

Jul 8, 2012 13

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has unveiled plans to launch new daytime flights to India. From 1 September 2012, the carrier will complement its current daily evening flights between Kuala Lumpur…

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MAS to fly to Kathmandu

Jul 5, 2012 13

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has announced plans to launch flights to Nepal later this year. From 1 September 2012, the airline will commence three weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and…

Airlines and Aviation

Airline news in brief 04/07/12

Mark Elliott Jul 4, 2012 18

News in brief this week so far from the airline industry Dreamliner flying display planned for Farnborough Boeing has announced that its B787 Dreamliner will participate in flying…

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MAS A380 takes to the skies

Jul 2, 2012 13

Malaysia Airlines' first Airbus A380 entered commercial service yesterday on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to London. The new double-decker aircraft arrived at Kuala Lumpur International…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS A380 takes to the skies

Mark Elliott Jul 1, 2012 17

Malaysia Airlines' first Airbus A380 entered commercial service yesterday on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to London. The new double-decker aircraft arrived at Kuala Lumpur International…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS unveils first A380 with special livery

Mark Elliott Jun 27, 2012 13

The first Airbus A380 sporting Malaysia Airlines' special livery was unveiled yesterday, ahead of the aircraft's entry into service this Sunday (1 July 2012) on the Kuala Lumpur-London…

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MAS unveils first A380 with special livery

Jun 27, 2012 0

The first Airbus A380 sporting Malaysia Airlines' special livery was unveiled yesterday, ahead of the aircraft's entry into service this Sunday (1 July 2012) on the Kuala Lumpur-London…

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MAS to double Asia Pacific routes – chairman

Jun 18, 2012 15

Malaysia Airline (MAS) plans to almost double its Asia Pacific destinations in the next three years, the company's Chairman has revealed. In an interview with Bloomberg last week, Md Nor Md…

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JAL, MAS form extensive codeshare partnership

Jun 11, 2012 0

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Malaysia Airlines (MAS) have signed a new codeshare agreement. From 1 July 2012, JAL will place its ‘JL’ flight code on MAS-operated flights between Kuala Lumpur…

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MAS could lease A380s

May 24, 2012 16

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has said it may enter a sales and leaseback agreement for its six Airbus A380s. The national carrier, which announced its fifth straight quarterly loss yesterday,…

MAS losses narrow

May 23, 2012 15

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) saw improved financial results in the first quarter of 2012, but not enough to prevent the airline registering fifth consecutive quarterly loss. The airline posted a…

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Airbus prepares to deliver first A380 to MAS

May 11, 2012 0

Malaysia Airlines' (MAS) first Airbus A380 has now been fully fitted out with interior cabin products. The new aircraft has now returned from Hamburg to the Airbus factory in Toulouse for…

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AirAsia-MAS sign deals, but drop share swap

May 2, 2012 17

AirAsia, AirAsia X and Malaysian Airlines (MAS) have entered into a new joint venture agreement aimed at cutting costs and streamlining operations. The move follows the abandonment of the…

Airlines and Aviation

MAS boosts crew training for A380s

Apr 23, 2012 17

Ahead of the delivery of its first Airbus A380 aircraft later this year, Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is offering its cabin crew and other front-line staff special training to cater for…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas’ Asian plans on hold for 2-3 years

Mar 21, 2012 15

Qantas has put its plans to establish a new Asian airline on hold for 2-3 years. The airline’s Group CEO, Alan Joyce said that after failing to agree a deal with Malaysia Airlines (MAS) to…

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Qantas fails to strike Malaysian deal

Mar 9, 2012 1

Qantas has failed to strike a deal with Malaysia Airlines (MAS) in its bid to set up a new premium airline in Southeast Asia. The company announced on Friday that it had been unable to…

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MAS unveils new livery for A380

Mar 9, 2012 0

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has unveiled a new livery that will adorn its Airbus A380 aircraft. The new design marks a departure from the airline’s traditional white, blue and red colour…

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Firefly to expand turboprop operations

Mar 1, 2012 0

Firefly, the Malaysian low-cost carrier, has revealed plans to expand its fleet of turboprop aircraft this year. In 2011, the airline flew 1.5 million passengers using a fleet of 10…

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MAS sinks to heavy full-year loss

Mar 1, 2012 5

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) suffered a significant net loss in 2011. The national carrier posted a net loss of MYR2.52 billion (US$839.9 million) last year, compared to a MYR234 million profit…