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Batik Air offers private terminal transfer service using Leapmotor C10 at KLIA

Batik Air, in collaboration with Leapmotor Malaysia, has announced a private terminal transfer service for business class passengers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Sepang.

Five units of the electric SUV Leapmotor C10 will be used to transport business class passengers from Gate G1 in the Main Terminal Building to Gate C1 in the Satellite Building and vice versa.

The Leapmotor C10 is a D-segment electric SUV capable of offering a driving range of up to 424 km (WLTP data).

To ensure guaranteed travel comfort, this SUV features ergonomic seating and OEKO-Tex Standard 100 textile material that is more durable and environmentally friendly.

In addition, the vehicle offers a spacious and comfortable cabin, along with a cargo space of 415 liters, which can be expanded to 1,410 liters to accommodate larger items.

This exclusive service provided by Batik Air is expected to reduce waiting times while complementing the bus services offered by Malaysia Airports during the temporary suspension of the aerotrain service.

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Batik Air adds four new routes from KL to Indonesia

BATIK Air Malaysia has launched its latest routes from Kuala Lumpur to four more destinations in Indonesia, expanding Batik Air Malaysia’s network to a total of eight cities in the country.

According to the company, flights to Lombok have commenced on July 31, 2024, followed by the inaugural route to Surabaya on August 1.

Additionally, flights to Pekanbaru and Padang will commence on August 10.

In a statement, Batik Air said these new routes will significantly enhance connectivity between Malaysia and Indonesia, providing travellers with more options to explore Indonesia’s diverse attractions.

The airline will be operating 14 weekly flights to Surabaya, four weekly flights to Lombok, and seven weekly flights each to Pekanbaru and Padang.

Batik Air Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy, stated that the new routes will foster stronger ties between Malaysia and Indonesia by promoting greater cultural and economic exchange.

“Expanding our network not only meets the growing demand for travel but also supports economic growth by facilitating smoother business transactions and partnerships,” he commented.

Additionally, he emphasised KLIA’s strategic role as a pivotal Umrah hub, serving as a transit point for pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for Umrah, especially those from Southeast Asia.

Currently, Batik Air is operating direct flights to Jeddah and will soon commence flights to Madinah in August.

“With the addition of these new routes, KLIA’s connectivity and capacity are further enhanced, offering more convenient options for pilgrims and boosting its status as a major international transit hub,” he said.