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KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s tourist arrivals are expected to shift into high gear with the arrival of Formula One (F1) racing fans from all across the globe to attend the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 (Bahrain GP), to be held at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) on Oct 2-4.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Global air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), fell 1.7 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in June 2026, largely due to declines in domestic markets in China, the United States and Japan, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is well-positioned to accommodate the expected influx of Formula 1 (F1) teams, officials and spectators with the return of the championship to Malaysia in October, said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 (Bahrain GP) could serve as a major economic catalyst by stimulating multiple sectors through higher expenditure by domestic and international visitors.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Total demand of global air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres, increased by 8.5 per cent in June 2026, compared to June 2025 levels, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). International operations saw a 9.6 per cent increase.
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has called on all relevant stakeholders, including airport operators, airlines, ground handlers and relevant government agencies, to work closely to ensure the smooth handling of the Formula 1 (F1) Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
By Anas Abu Hassan
SINGAPORE, July 28 (Bernama) -- Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group posted a net loss of S$76 million (S$1=RM3.16) during the first quarter (1Q) ended June 30, 2026, compared to net profit of S$186 million in the same quarter of the preceding year.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The planned integration between Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, a South Korean airline headquartered in Seoul, is expected to enhance network connectivity for Malaysian passengers transiting through Korean Air’s dedicated Terminal 2 at Seoul International Airport.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix (Bahrain GP) in October could provide an economic boost through tourism and related industries.
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains a key market for Scoot, the low-cost carrier of the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group, driven by sustained demand for leisure and business travel, the airline’s chief commercial officer Calvin Chan said.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Pakistani-Swiss economist Saadia Zahidi as its ninth director general, making her the first female to hold the position.
SINGAPORE, July 23 (Bernama) -- Sarawak state-owned airline AirBorneo Airways expects strong demand for its newly launched first international route between Kuching and Singapore, following the inaugural flight on July 22.
