Malaysia Airlines Becomes Manchester United's Official Commercial Airline!

Malaysia Airlines is ready to get back in the game, as the Airline has made some exciting new announcements this year. In addition to introducing new destinations, Malaysia Airlines has also inked a multi-year partnership with Manchester United. With this new partnership, the airline officially becomes the club’s official commercial airline.

This momentous announcement was celebrated by Malaysia Airlines as well as Manchester United. The team’s defenders Patrice Evra and Wes Brown flew to Kuala Lumpur to attend this joyous event and share their experience of travelling the world as players and ambassadors of the club.

Manchester United has fans from all over the world, and the passionate support we have here in Asia never fails to impress me. I am pleased to be able to share our partnership with Malaysia Airlines with those fans and introduce them to the best-in-class service they offer. Brown and I travelled here on Malaysia Airlines, and I would like to thank them for such a comfortable journey. From the food to the comfortable seats and friendly service, everything was perfect, said Evra.

Malaysia Airlines is the proud flag carrier of Malaysia, connecting over 40,000 guests to their dream destinations every day. In addition to the comfort, the journey on this airline is also rich and diversity of Malaysia’s multicultural society.

I am fortunate enough to represent Manchester United at events all over the world. I am visited Malaysia many times, and I am always blown away by the warm welcome I receive. Malaysia Airlines is a true representation of Malaysia’s friendly culture, and I cannot wait to work with them to engage with our fantastic supporters. We have three official Malaysian supporter’s clubs, with the Kuala Lumpur branch boasting one of the club’s largest supporter communities, reflecting the country’s love of all things United. We are very pleased to welcome Malaysia Airlines to our family of partners and look forward to sharing with our flobal fans its trusted, welcoming and hospitable serice, says Victoria Timpson – Manchester Unite’s CEO.

Owned and operated by Malaysia Airlines Berhad since 2015, the airline offers superior connectivity to 1,000 destinations over 170 territories. Additionally, passengers on Malaysia Airlines can access over 650 airport lounges worldwide to make their trip more comfortable. In addition to this, Malaysia Airlines also announces new routes to the Maldives, Chiang Mai and Da Nang for the year 2024!

If you’re looking to explore Malaysian culture, Malaysia Airlines offers a first taste of the world-famous Malaysian Hospitality. But for Malaysians, the airline offers a comforting reminder of home, no matter where they are in the world!

The national Airline of Maldives; Maldivian has launched direct flights to three major cities in China—Chengdu, Beijing, and Shanghai. This expansion of the airline’s international network follows the addition of the Airbus A330-200, Maldivian’s first wide-body aircraft. As a result, the new routes will begin in January 2025, with the first flight to Chengdu scheduled for 22 January, followed by Beijing on 24 January, and Shanghai on 27 January.

Ismail Amrah Umar, Chief Commercial Officer of Maldivian Airlines, commented on the expansion:

“The launch of these direct flights to China represents a significant achievement in our expansion strategy. By connecting the Maldives directly with three major Chinese cities, we are not only enhancing accessibility for Chinese tourists but also strengthening the cultural and economic ties between our nations.”

The Airbus A330-200, which carries up to 260 passengers across Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes, will operate these flights. Additionally, the aircraft offers a 10-tonne cargo capacity, which further supports the airline’s expanding operations. Consequently, the new aircraft enables Maldivian to enhance its service offerings and reach even more destinations.

Celebrating the Launch with Special Promotional Fares

To celebrate the new routes, Maldivian is offering special promotional fares. These are as follows:

Male’-Chengdu: USD 688 return
Male’-Beijing: USD 788 return
Male’-Shanghai: USD 777 return

These promotional fares include a 40 kg baggage allowance and are valid for travel from 22 January to 4 February 2025, depending on the destination. Therefore, passengers can take advantage of these limited-time offers to explore China’s most vibrant cities.

This expansion of Maldivian’s international network will play a crucial role in attracting more visitors to the Maldives, particularly given the long-standing popularity of the destination among Chinese travelers. Additionally, it will benefit the country’s economy, as tourism remains a key sector in the nation’s growth. Moreover, the new routes are expected to further strengthen the Maldives’ position as a leading tourist destination in the region.

With these new routes and the Airbus A330-200, Maldivian strengthens its position as a key player in the region’s aviation industry. As a result, the airline continues to offer more travel options for international passengers, ensuring seamless connections between the Maldives and major global cities.

Malaysia Airlines Becomes Manchester United’s Official Commercial Airline!

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