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EU hopes Malaysia comes on board ASEAN-EU Air Traffic Agreement

EU hopes Malaysia comes on board ASEAN-EU Air Traffic Agreement

AE CATA aims to bolster connectivity and economic development among member states of the two regional blocs.
Tue Feb 07 2023
IATA urges govts to take experts' against travel restrictions advice

IATA urges govts to take experts' against travel restrictions advice

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged governments to listen to experts, including the World Health Organisation (WHO), that advised against travel restrictions.
Wed Jan 04 2023
Air transport body expects airlines to return to profitability in 2023

Air transport body expects airlines to return to profitability in 2023

IATA on Tuesday said that the global airline industry would return to profit next year for the first time since 2019.
Wed Dec 07 2022
Malaysia Airlines renews partnership deal with SITA to boost connectivity

Malaysia Airlines renews partnership deal with SITA to boost connectivity

Malaysia Airlines has renewed its partnership with SITA -- an information technology (IT) solutions provider for the air transport industry -- for a comprehensive upgrade.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Rebranding not only benefits Batik Air but also aerospace, air transport industry

Rebranding not only benefits Batik Air but also aerospace, air transport industry

The rebranding of Batik Air after 10 years of being known as Malindo Air is an endeavour that holds much promise and benefits not just the airline, but also the aerospace and air transport industry.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Malaysia reiterates readiness to sign CATA - Hishammuddin

Malaysia reiterates readiness to sign CATA - Hishammuddin

Malaysia has reiterated that it is ready to join other ASEAN member states in signing the ASEAN-EU Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement (CATA).
Wed Dec 02 2020
IATA calls for countries to reopen borders, continue relief measures

IATA calls for countries to reopen borders, continue relief measures

IATA's call reflected deep industry frustration as government policies such as closed borders, travel restrictions and quarantines continue to annihilate travel demand.
Wed Sep 02 2020
MPs urge relook at air transport SOP

MPs urge relook at air transport SOP

Sarawak MPs who frequently travel between Kuching and Kuala Lumpur are uneasy over the absence of social distancing among aircraft passengers.
Wed Jul 22 2020
No social distancing aboard aircraft in line with IATA guidelines

No social distancing aboard aircraft in line with IATA guidelines

The decision to do away with social distancing on board aircraft was made after taking into account international standards and guidelines of the IATA.
Thu Jun 11 2020
CMCO: Task Force conducts 77,537 inspections, detains 44 individuals

CMCO: Task Force conducts 77,537 inspections, detains 44 individuals

PDRM Compliance Operations Task Force conducted 77,537 inspections to monitor and enforce the SOPs of the CMCO nationwide on Tuesday.
Wed May 20 2020
AirAsia studying possibility of increasing air fares

AirAsia studying possibility of increasing air fares

Low-cost airline, AirAsia Bhd is studying the possibility of increasing its air fares in the future.
Wed May 13 2020
IATA: US$3.3b revenue loss on Malaysia's aviation industry due to travel restrictions

IATA: US$3.3b revenue loss on Malaysia's aviation industry due to travel restrictions

The Asia-Pacific region as a whole would see passenger demand decreased 37 per cent this year with losses in revenue totalling US$88 billion.
Fri Apr 03 2020
COVID-19: Schools, prayers suspended

COVID-19: Schools, prayers suspended

More school closures and the suspension of business travel are among the steps being taken around the world to fight the spread of the new COVID-19.
Thu Mar 05 2020
Malindo Air receives IATA certificate as IATA member

Malindo Air receives IATA certificate as IATA member

Prior to attaining this membership, Malindo Air had been certified by the IATA Operational Safety Audit.
Fri Apr 21 2017
Qatar Airways wins 'Airline of the Year' award

Qatar Airways wins 'Airline of the Year' award

Qatar Airways won the 'Airline of the Year' award at the 2017 Air Transport Awards, for its innovation, service, hospitality and leading product design.
Wed Mar 29 2017
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024