Malaysia Airlines Becomes Official Partner of Team MAS

Malaysia Airlines has signed a MOU with the Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia (MYOS), The National Sports Council of Malaysia (NSC) and The National Sports Institute of Malaysia (NSI) to become the official airline partner of Team MAS.

Team MAS is a flagship partnership programme for all of the sports assets under the MOYS, NSC and NSI and it is equivalent to the Olympic Partner Programme (TOP) of the International Olympic Committee.

The sponsorship is the first of its kind, whereby a global Malaysian brand is associating itself with the current and future world-class Malaysian athletes, para-athletes, and upcoming junior athletes.

Team MAS aims to present the nation's sports assets from a commercial angle, unlocking the high value of sports and the emotional connection it has with fans and followers. This is in line with the new government’s efforts to raise funds for sports and to cultivate a commercial-friendly sports industry in Malaysia.

Malaysia’s national carrier is the first company and brand to join Team MAS and will carry the title “Team MAS Official Airline Partner” flying the athletes to and from their competitions on the world stage.

With a total value of RM10 million per year, the partnership will last for four years, with key milestones including SEA Games Manila 2019 in Philippines, Tokyo 2020 Olympics in Japan, Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China and Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham, England.

Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Malaysia Airlines, YBhg. Captain Izham Ismail, said, “Just like the athletes, Malaysia Airlines is the nation’s flag bearer across the world. This partnership signifies our overall support for the development of sports for the country. By using Team MAS as the uniting factor, we acknowledge that sports and the support for Team MAS transcend race, religion, age, and cultural differences. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship that not only empowers the athletes, officials, and organizers but also reiterates our commitment towards building the nation.”

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