MALAYSIA: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) increased its forecast for airline profitability in 2024 from US$25.7bil in December 2023 to US$30.5bil in net profit. According to the report, the increased profitability is expected to surpass US$ 27.4 billion in 2023. According to IATA, despite pressure from rising costs of living, North America remains the…
GEORGETOWN, June 3 –Penang Global Tourism (PGT) and Juneyao Airlines inks a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) to broaden Penang’s international flight network, making it easier for Chinese travelers and boosting the local economy. Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE), Wong Hon Wai said the partnership will see PGT and Juneyao Airlines launch…
*GEORGE TOWN, June 1- In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations, Penang has inaugurated a direct flight from Shanghai, operated by Juneyao Airlines. The inaugural flight landed last night at 10:54 pm, marking the airline’s first venture into Malaysia and enhancing Penang’s connectivity with major international cities. Penang Executive Councillor Wong Hon…
Ticket available for sales now GEORGE TOWN- Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai announced another exciting news to the tourism industry in Penang. Shenzhen Airlines officially commences sales for direct flight between Penang and Shenzhen. The inaugural flight is scheduled to land in Penang on the 27th of…
Kuala Lumpur, 28 May 2024– Vietjet is ramping up its domestic routes by 35% and increasing night flights by 46% to meet the upcoming summer travel surge. Next month, the airline will also launch four new non-stop routes, connecting Vietnam’s beloved tourist hub, Phu Quoc Island to Taichung and Kaohsiung, and from Hanoi to Melbourne…
A new route between Istanbul and Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, has been introduced by low-cost airline Pegasus Airlines. Twice a week, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Bratislava Airport will have a direct flight. Wednesdays and Sundays at 11.55 and 10.20 local time from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Bratislava Airport and at 14.00 and 12.30…
During the forthcoming summer peak season, Vietnam Airlines, the country’s flag carrier, will sell almost 300,000 inexpensive tickets. In light of this, the price of a one-way ticket for Economy Class starts at VNđ1,098,000 (US$43), while that of Business Class starts at VNđ1,905,000. The rates are for sales on flights departing early in the morning…
The official in charge of promoting inbound tourism, Moslem Shojai, described the critical role that air services play in boosting rich tourism capacity within the nation for passengers on Monday during a conference aimed at involving major airlines in upcoming efforts. Exposing the tourism industry’s hidden partnership opportunities, Shojai identified flight time as an appropriate…
MALAYSIA -According to Anthony Loke, the federal government would always welcome any airline businesses that wish to offer international flights and operate out of the nation’s airports. The minister of transportation stated that the government will not have any difficulties because all of the nation’s airports have adequate amenities. “The decision to offer foreign flights rests with the airline…
Together, Emirates and Tourism Malaysia will seek to increase traveller traffic from the airline’s worldwide network to Malaysia. To raise awareness and demand, the parties will investigate cooperative advertising and tactical efforts through the strategic agreement. Where practical, Emirates will arrange familiarization tours for important Middle Eastern and Gulf markets to Malaysia. Orhan Abbas stated:…
