MALAYSIA AIRLINES OFFERS BUSINESS FIRST DEAL

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines' customers will enjoy an
upgrade to first class while paying business class fares with the national
carrier's Business First deal.

In a statement Thursday, the airline said customers flying on the B747
aircraft to London, Los Angeles, Sydney and Buenos Aires now have the choice of
being upgraded to first class with the Business First deal while accruing Enrich
miles at 150 percent.

The perks of flying first class include 30-kilogramme baggage allowance,
advance seat selection, and no charge for any changes in bookings, it said.

"In line with the vision of becoming the World Five Star Value Carrier,
Malaysia Airlines is committed to providing the highest quality products and
services at affordable prices," said the airline's senior general manager,
network and revenue management, Dr Amin Khan said.

He also said that the Business First deal will soon be offered to more
destinations like Taipei, Johannesburg and Cape Town to cater to more customers
worldwide.

Customers can purchase tickets for the Business First deal from any Malaysia
Airlines' ticket office and call centre.

Bookings can also be made at over 600 participating travel agents nationwide
from July 6, 2009.

-- BERNAMA