Malaysia Airlines CEO Says Back to Profitability in 2018

The video discusses the company's financial performance, including a better-than-expected year-end result and plans for consistent profitability by 2018. It addresses challenges like rising oil prices and currency fluctuations, with strategies such as hedging and cost savings. The company is expanding in the China market, facing high demand but limited aircraft. Plans to acquire new aircraft, both through purchase and leasing, are underway. The focus is on improving yields and customer service, with a strategy to maintain all-inclusive fares. Future plans include deploying new aircraft for routes to Auckland, Tokyo, and London, and setting up a new carrier for pilgrimages.

What is the company's plan regarding relisting on Bursa Malaysia?

• Relist in March 2022

• Relist in March 2019

• Relist in March 2020

• Relist in March 2021

How much of the company's fuel costs are hedged for the current year?

• 85%

• 75%

• 65%

• 50%

What is a significant concern for the company besides oil prices?

• Increasing labor costs

• Weakening of the ringgit

• Rising competition

• Declining passenger numbers

What is the company's biggest challenge in the Chinese market?

• Lack of demand

• Regulatory issues

• Insufficient aircraft

• High competition

What percentage of people in China currently have a passport?

• 4%

• 2%

• 6%

• 8%

Which aircraft models is the company considering for acquisition?

• Boeing 777 and Airbus A350

• Boeing 737 and Airbus A320

• Boeing 787 and Airbus A330

• Boeing 747 and Airbus A380

What is the company's approach to enhancing customer experience?

• Offering more budget options

• Injecting luxury back into travel

• Increasing flight frequency

• Reducing ticket prices