Kuala lumpur: Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has accelerated its organisation-wide transformation to strengthen governance, project delivery and internal capabilities following its privatisation exercise in March 2025.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the transformation of MAHB's nationwide airport network is set to deliver tangible improvements in passenger experience, strengthen international connectivity, and advance major infrastructure investments to support Malaysia's long-term aviation growth. The transformation is driven by three core initiatives: a structured capital allocation process to improve project governance and execution, procurement transformation for better sourcing efficiency and value creation, and a review of the group-wide operating model to enhance organisational capabilities and operational effectiveness.
MAHB has significantly enhanced the passenger journey across its airport network under the service pillar. The aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has resumed full 24-hour operations, and the vehicle access management system has improved kerbside traffic management and safety, achieving over 99 percent compliance with the 10-minute stay limit. Passenger processing has also improved with the proof-of-concept for centralised security screening at KLIA Terminal 2, doubling screening throughput to 500 passengers per hour.
MAHB has expanded international connectivity through a targeted aviation growth strategy by adding new airlines and international services linking Malaysia with key markets across Asia, Europe, and North Africa. In 2025, KLIA's traffic performance grew by 11 percent, reaching 63.4 million passengers. Over the year, 15 new airlines and 40 new services were added, while the first half of 2026 saw the addition of 8 new airlines and 23 new services. Malaysia now connects directly with several new international destinations, including Shanghai, Jinan, Hong Kong, and Algiers.
MAHB has announced a RM11.5 billion capital expenditure plan over the next five years, with a significant allocation to drive strategic initiatives under its capacity pillar. This plan aims to modernise infrastructure, replace critical assets, and expand capacity across its nationwide airport network. Managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani highlighted the achievements over the past 15 months, emphasizing the commitment to enhance services, drive growth, and build capacity.
With a strengthened team and a stable foundation from key transformation initiatives, MAHB is confident in achieving better project execution and disciplined delivery. The ongoing transformation journey is part of its long-term strategy to strengthen capabilities by investing in airports and personnel, supporting Malaysia's aviation ambitions.