Air India has selected Oscar Travel Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oscar Holidays, to serve as its passenger general sales agent (GSA) in Malaysia.
As part of the partnership, Oscar Travel Services will facilitate reservations and ticketing, support marketing efforts, and provide comprehensive passenger sales support in Malaysia on behalf of Air India, thus strengthening the airline’s presence in the market and supporting its global expansion.
Oscar Travels harnesses the extensive expertise and resources of Oscar Holidays Group. This joint venture brings together their diverse strengths, market knowledge, and industry experience to deliver exceptional services to Air India.
Johnson Francis, director of Oscar Travels, said in a press release: “We are fully committed to utilising Air India’s extensive network, our profound industry knowledge, and our customer-centric approach to showcase Air India’s offerings and enhance its presence in the Malaysian market.
“We are particularly enthusiastic about the recent upsurge in passenger traffic between India and Malaysia across all traveller segments. By leveraging this favourable trend, our goal is to provide passengers with seamless and exceptional travel experiences while nurturing cultural and economic exchanges between the two countries.”
Air India commenced a daily non-stop service between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur on September 15, using its two-class configured Airbus A320neo aircraft.
The new route between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur will further strengthen Air India’s network of destinations in South-east Asia, offering a new flight option to an increasing number of travellers between India and Kuala Lumpur, and opening new connections for Malaysian travellers to access Air India’s global route network.
The new service will also enable convenient one-stop connections for travellers between Malaysia and the UK, multiple points in Europe, and the Middle East via Air India’s hub at Delhi.
Besides daily flights to Kuala Lumpur, Air India flies non-stop between India and five other points in South-east Asia, namely Singapore, Bangkok and Phuket (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), and Yangon (Myanmar).
Bringing with him a wealth of expertise in experiential luxury hospitality, Billgren first joined Minor Hotels in 2021 where he served as general manager of Anantara Mui Ne Resort, and has since held other leadership roles at several of Minor Hotels’ key properties in Asia before joining Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle.
With nearly two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, D’Souza will manage the daily activities across all departments, with a focus on operational excellence, financial performance, and enhancing the guest experience.
The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2025 will be held at Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) from March 28 to 30 next year, where rugby teams and passionate fans from around the world can participate in this inaugural event.
This Sevens event will be one of the first major international sports events at the KTSP’s opening period, marking a significant milestone in Hong Kong’s sports legacy, and is expected to further boost the tourism and entertainment industries, creating significant economic benefits.
KTSP is working closely with the Hong Kong China Rugby (HKCR) and relevant government departments for the three-day event, which will be held at the Kai Tak Stadium. Accommodating up to 50,000 spectators, the venue is equipped with numerous international standard facilities, along with a wide variety of dining, retail, and leisure options within the precinct.
The Kai Tak Stadium is also one of the few venues globally designed specifically for rugby sevens, featuring more than 20 changing rooms to accommodate the needs of the multiple teams, referees and other personnel involved in Sevens matches, along with dedicated dining and rest areas for players.
Additionally, the Kai Tak Stadium is equipped with a soundproof retractable roof, allowing events to proceed regardless of weather conditions, and its bowl cooling system ensures a comfortable viewing experience from every single seat.
KTSP project director shared: “As Hong Kong’s home venue, we are truly honoured and excited to host this globally prominent sports event at KTSP. For Hong Kong, this sporting occasion not only promotes the development of local rugby but also showcases the city’s capability to host world-class events, enhancing its status as a mega events capital.”