Sepang- Malaysia Airports and Beijing Daxing International Airport (BDIA) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote knowledge exchange in airport management, technology, and innovation. The signing was celebrated during a document exchange ceremony at Beijing Capital International Airport, held alongside the 9th Beijing Global Friend Airports CEO Forum. The event was attended by Dato' Mohd Izani Ghani, Managing Director of Malaysia Airports, and Mr. Li YongBing, Acting President of CAH BDIA.
The MoU marks a key milestone for both airport operators, underscoring their commitment to global excellence. By sharing best practices in passenger processing, digital solutions, and sustainability, Malaysia Airports aims to enhance the travel experience and stay competitive. The partnership also focuses on leveraging BDIA's expertise in green initiatives to reduce carbon footprints and drive eco-friendly operations.
Dato' Mohd Izani Ghani, Managing Director of Malaysia Airports, stated, "This partnership augurs well to position Malaysia as a key aviation hub, as we continue to work towards offering passengers enhanced convenience and expanded travel options. It aligns seamlessly with our vision to extend Malaysia Airports' global footprint while fostering stronger ties that benefit not only the aviation industry but also the broader economic relations between our nations."
This strategic partnership will boost joint marketing efforts to position both airports as leading international hubs, while also exploring new flight routes and expanding connectivity between Malaysia and China. As a major gateway in Beijing, BDIA serves 180 destinations with 190 airlines, making it a valuable partner in this collaboration.
Last August, Malaysia Airports had the privilege of hosting a delegation from the Beijing airports at KL International Airport (KLIA). The delegation was led by Mr. Ma Yin, Vice President of BDIA, alongside Mr. Mu Jianliang, Vice President of Capital Airports Holdings Technology Management Co. Ltd., Ms. Xiong Ying, Chief Information Officer of Beijing Capital International Airport.
The two teams engaged in a productive roundtable discussion, sharing valuable insights on operational practices and technology research and development. Both sides expressed strong interest in continuing the dialogue and collaborating further, which ultimately led to the recent MoU signing between the two airports.
This partnership is particularly significant as Malaysia and China celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations in 2024, and builds on the existing strategic partnership between the two nations. The MOU sets the stage for both airport operators to work in synergy towards fostering economic growth, tourism, and connectivity, ultimately strengthening Malaysia and China as key players in the global aviation landscape.