28/03/2026

BIZ & FINANCE SATURDAY | MAR 28, 2026

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TOP SHOTS OF THE WEEK

AI TECH PARTNER ... Mandrill Tech has been recognised by The Asia Records as the leading AI technology partner for enterprise transformation in 2025. The recognition comes at a time when enterprises are moving beyond pilot projects and into more complex, organisation-wide implementations. Mandrill Tech has built its position around this demand, focusing on end-to-end AI and data-driven solutions that are tailored to specific industries. CEO Davent Low (left) accepted the recognisiton from The Asia Records founder and chairman Datuk KK Chua.

CERTIFIED HALAL ... Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown has officially received halal certification from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia, reaffirming the hotel’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of halal compliance in its food and beverage preparation and service. The certification covers the hotel’s culinary operations across its banquet facilities and Midtown Brasserie kitchen. Marking the certification are Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown general manager Till Martin (sixth, left) and members of the hotel’s Halal Committee.

CHONGQING-KK DIRECT ... Tourism Malaysia welcomed the arrival of the inaugural direct service by Chongqing Airlines connecting Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport and Kota Kinabalu International Airport on March 19. The new flight OQ2193 uses the Airbus A320neo and operates three times weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The inaugural flight was received by delegates from Tourism Malaysia, led by Tourism Malaysia Sabah director Haryanty Abu Bakar (right) alongside representatives from Sabah Tourism Board, Chongqing Airlines and Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd. On the left is Chongqing Airlines Flight Operation Department deputy manager Dai Xin.

NEXT-GEN NETWORK TIE-UP ... Edotco Malaysia Sdn Bhd recently entered into a next generation network operations partnership with Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd to enhance telecommunications infrastructure management through technology-enabled operations, automation and smarter infrastructure solutions. At the signing ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur are (from left) Edotco Group CEO Adlan Tajudin, director of group strategy and Malaysian business Gayan Koralage, Huawei Malaysia director of carrier integrated business support Yvonne Khor and CEO Zac Chow.

NEXT STOP, ACE MARKET ... Golden Destinations Group Bhd, a full-service outbound travel experience curator, on Wednesday launched the prospectus in conjunction with its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities. The IPO aims to raise about RM90 million through the issuance of 200 million new shares at an issue price of 45 sen per share. From left: Golden Destinations executive director/chief corporate officer Lim Swee Chuan and managing director Mita Lim; Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man; and UOB Kay Hian (M) Sdn Bhd CEO David Lim and managing director, capital markets, Tan Meng Kim at the prospectus launch.

AWARD-WINNING MOVE ... AirAsia MOVE has been named ‘Digital Innovator of the Year’ at the Aviation Festival Asia Awards 2026. The accolade, presented at a ceremony held in Singapore on Wednesday, recognises the platform’s pivotal role in transforming the digital travel booking landscape in the region. The AirAsia MOVE team led by chief people and partnerships officer Lim Ben-Jie (right) accepted the award from aviation consultant and AFA Awards presenter (centre) Sohail Ali.