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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!

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Malaysia Boosts Tourism with Strong Links to Southern India

Tourism Malaysia: Key South Indian Cities Driving Growth

Malaysia is ramping up its focus on key South Indian cities such as Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kochi to boost tourism, according to the latest data from the Malaysian Tourism Department. These cities play a pivotal role in Malaysia’s tourism strategy, contributing nearly half of the flights from India to Malaysia.

With 151 weekly flights offering 26,686 seats per week, direct connectivity from Southern India has become a cornerstone of Malaysia’s tourism growth plan. Moreover, Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, highlighted the importance of this region, stating, “India has been a key market for Malaysia for over 20 years, and with the upcoming Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026), we are targeting 1.6 million Indian travellers. Southern India, with its robust flight connections, is crucial to our growth strategy. The 151 weekly flights and 26,686 seats per week reflect the high demand for travel between Malaysia and the Southern cities of India”

Expanding Malaysia’s Appeal

In addition to strong flight connections, Malaysia is positioning itself as a leading destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), wedding tourism, and leisure travel. Periasamy emphasized that Malaysia’s appeal lies in its world-class infrastructure and beautiful destinations, offering diverse travel experiences for all kinds of tourists.

One sector that is seeing particularly rapid growth is wedding tourism, with an increasing number of Indian couples choosing Malaysia for their dream weddings. Furthermore, this trend highlights Malaysia’s growing popularity among Indian travelers seeking unique experiences.

Hishamuddin Mustafa, the newly appointed Director of Tourism Malaysia Chennai, reinforced the strategic importance of South Indian cities like Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kochi. He pointed out that the ease of access provided by 84 weekly flights and 12,395 seats per week makes Malaysia a highly attractive destination for Indian travelers. “Whether it’s for MICE, a dream wedding, or a family vacation, Malaysia has something for everyone,” Mustafa said, underscoring the wide range of experiences the country offers.

In 2024, Malaysia set a new record by welcoming over 1.1 million Indian tourists, marking a significant achievement in its tourism sector. This surge, he noted, reflects the strong relationship between the two countries and the rising demand for travel to Malaysia. Looking ahead, Malaysia aims to attract 1.4 million Indian tourists in 2025 and 1.6 million by 2026, as part of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign.

Supporting this growth, the visa-free entry policy for Indian travelers, which will remain in effect until 31 December 2026, has simplified travel to Malaysia. As a result, Malaysia has become even more accessible to Indian citizens, further encouraging visits to the country.

Feature image via Travel Weekly Asia

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