AirAsia ups claim against Malaysia Airports by MYR80m

AirAsia and AirAsia X have increased their claim against Malaysia Airports Holdings (MAHB) by around MYR80m (US$19.5m), as it presses for mediation with the airport operator. The carrier says that the "main part" of the MYR480m in claims comes from a loss of customers in the last 4 years, owing to disruptions and poor condition of the KLIA2 terminal at Kuala Lumpur International. The two carriers had previously indicated that they would make a claim for MYR400m against the operator for the disruptions, which include ruptures to underground fuel lines at the terminal, and closures of KLIA's runway 3. AirAsia and AirAsia X are seeking mediation on the matter through provisions in the Malaysia Aviation Commission Act, which also allows for the commission to arbitrate the dispute if the mediation fails. <br/>