KUCHING: AirBorneo Airways has launched its Kuching-Singapore service, marking the state-owned airline's entry into international operations.
The inaugural flight MY363 departed Kuching on Wednesday (July 22) at 6.50pm and arrived at Singapore's Changi Airport Terminal 4 at 8.04pm, 21 minutes ahead of schedule.
The return flight, MY364, departed Singapore at 9.27pm and arrived in Kuching at 10.36pm, also ahead of schedule by 14 minutes.
Launched on Sarawak Day, AirBorneo's first international route celebrates Sarawak's growth and its increasing regional connectivity, the airline said in a statement on Thursday (July 23).
AirBorneo chairman Datuk Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki said the route's introduction reflected the airline's commitment to strengthening connectivity, expanding opportunities and supporting Sarawak’s long-term economic aspirations.
"Singapore is an important regional gateway and this new route will strengthen tourism, trade, investment and people-to-people connections between Sarawak and Singapore.
"As we celebrate Sarawak Day, this milestone reflects Sarawak’s continued growth and our shared vision of positioning the State as a dynamic gateway to the region," he said in the statement.
AirBorneo chief executive officer Megat Ardian Amuniddin said the Singapore route was a key milestone in the airline's next phase of growth.
"This route marks the beginning of our international expansion as we continue to grow our network strategically across the region.
"We look forward to connecting Sarawak with more destinations, strengthening regional connectivity and supporting the State’s long-term growth," he added.
AirBorneo operates daily flights between Kuching and Singapore. Tickets for the route are now on sale via the AirBorneo website and mobile app.
