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Corporate : aviation

AirBorneo Among Four New Airlines Allocated Thailand Winter 2026/2027 Flight Slots - CAAT

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Sarawak-owned airline AirBorneo has been allocated flight slots for Thailand's Winter 2026/2027 schedule, making it one of four new airlines granted operating slots by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

AirBorneo Sees Steady Progress In Operations As Aircraft Return To Service

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- AirBorneo is beginning to see gradual improvements in its operations as affected aircraft return to service, while efforts continue to restore operational stability following a series of flight disruptions across Sarawak and Sabah.

AirAsia Enhances CRD SOP After Travel Incident

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- AirAsia today said it has developed an enhanced standard operating procedure (SOP) for medically approved child restraint devices (CRDs) on board and submitted it to the relevant authorities for approval.

West Asia Disruptions, High Fuel Prices To Halve Airline Industry Profitability In 2026 - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 (Bernama) -- Airlines’ total net profit in 2026 is expected to be US$23 billion (US$1 = RM4.02), about half the previous projection of US$41 billion, as a result of war-related disruptions in West Asia and high fuel prices, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said.

SAF Production At Only 0.8 Pct Of Aviation Fuel Use Is Disappointing, Says IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 (Bernama) -- The global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8 per cent of aviation fuel use and at a cost of of US$4.3 billion to airlines, the International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s estimates revealed.

Airasia X Dismisses Reports Of Philippines Airasia Shutdown, It Remains Operational

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X has denied recent media reports claiming that Philippines AirAsia operations have been grounded.

Vista Leverages Floating Fleet Model To Maintain Operation Efficiency Amid Geopolitical Uncertainties

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Global private aviation company Vista Global Holding Ltd (Vista) leverages its floating fleet model to maintain operational efficiency and service resilience amid heightened geopolitical uncertainties.

Malaysia Remains Central To VistaJet's Growth Strategy As Regional, Global Travel Gateway

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains a key market for VistaJet’s global growth strategy, underpinned by the country’s strategic position as a gateway to Southeast Asia and its importance as a hub for both regional and international travel.

Global Air Cargo Demand Up 4.0 Pct In April, Led By Asia-Pacific Airlines -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Total demand of global air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres, increased by 4.0 per cent in April 2026, compared to April 2025 levels (4.0 per cent for international operations), according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Malaysia Airlines Marks 200th Boeing Aircraft Delivery With Latest 737-8 Arrival

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines has welcomed the delivery of its fourth Boeing 737-8 aircraft this year.

Malaysia’s Aerospace Workforce Exceeds 35,000 In 2025, Surpassing MAIB 2030 Target

SHAH ALAM, May 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aerospace, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and manufacturing sectors have employed more than 35,000 highly skilled workers in 2025, exceeding the initial target of over 30,000 by 2030 set under the Malaysian Aerospace Industry Blueprint 2030 (MAIB 2030).

ADE Secures US$100 Mln Financing From QNB Group To Accelerate Expansion, Strengthen Regional Position

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) subsidiary of Capital A Bhd, has secured a US$100 million (US$1=RM3.95) financing facility from QNB Group, a financial institution in the Middle East and Africa.