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New Straits Times
04-06-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Airlines address surge in in-flight theft as concerns grow
NEW DELHI: The theft of personal belongings aboard aircraft is an increasing concern in several regions, prompting the global airline trade body to convene discussions in the coming weeks on how best to tackle the issue. Nick Careen, senior vice-president for operations, safety, and security at the International Air Transport Association (IATA), said reports from member airlines suggest that incidents of in-flight theft have grown more prevalent on certain routes over the past 12 to 18 months. This trend coincides with the resurgence of international air travel following the pandemic, The Straits Times reported. "Our security advisory group is planning to meet in the next week or two to discuss what we could potentially do to better manage this – out of China mostly, where it seems to be very organised," he told the media on June 3. Speaking at IATA's annual general meeting in New Delhi, India, Careen also addressed a range of aviation safety concerns, including turbulence, shortcomings in accident reporting, and GPS jamming and spoofing in proximity to conflict zones. He said: "We're still the safest mode of transportation... However, we never rest on our laurels in aviation. There are headwinds. There are things that we need to keep an eye on." On in-flight theft, Careen said he did not want to point fingers, but the concern is the degree of organisation in recent cases. "How we deal with that, whether it's security on board or cooperation from local governments in terms of the appropriate penalties... those are the types of things that we will see come out of this," he added. Reports of theft on board flights to various Asian cities have been increasing. In the first ten months of 2024, Hong Kong recorded 169 such incidents, involving HK$4.32 million (RM2.34 million) worth of valuables—marking a 75 per cent rise compared to the same period in 2023. Tokyo's Narita International Airport also reported a recent spike in in-flight thefts. In Singapore, four people were charged over in-flight theft between January 2023 and September 2024, CNA reported in January. Most recently, Chinese national Zhang Kun, 51, pleaded guilty in May to stealing a credit card and more than RM658 in cash from a fellow passenger on an overnight Scoot flight from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore in March. Airlines have tightened restrictions on power bank use due to concerns about aircraft fires, following incidents such as the Air Busan blaze in South Korea in January. Singapore Airlines, Scoot, and carriers across South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, and Hong Kong banned their use and charging in April, while Southwest Airlines in the US implemented stricter rules in May. While airlines are justified in adjusting safety procedures based on their own risk assessments, IATA cautions against reactionary measures, as there has been no significant increase in onboard fires. Standardised safety protocols should be established through regulatory reviews by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, which is currently assessing the issue. Turbulence remains the leading cause of accidents aboard aircraft, prompting IATA to enhance real-time data-sharing through its Turbulence Aware platform, now used by 28 airlines. Although turbulence incidents have risen, this is largely due to increased reporting rather than a genuine surge in occurrences. High-profile events such as the severe turbulence experienced by Singapore Airlines' Flight SQ321 in May 2024, which resulted in a passenger fatality, have amplified concerns. However, it is still too early to determine whether climate change is directly influencing turbulence trends. Careen urged governments to improve accident reporting standards, highlighting inconsistencies in investigations. He pointed out that 107 investigations from 2018 to 2023 remain incomplete, with 234 fatalities recorded. He stressed the importance of thorough reporting, as understanding past accidents is critical in preventing future incidents. The politicisation of investigations, as well as labour and technical challenges, continue to hamper progress. While some delays are understandable, a lack of clear reasons for incomplete investigations remains a problem. Despite an overall decline in accident rates, onboard fatalities saw a significant increase in 2024. According to IATA, there were 1.13 accidents per million flights, below the five-year average of 1.25. However, the number of deaths surged to 244 from 72 in 2023. The fatality risk of 0.06 in 2024, although lower than the five-year average of 0.1, underscores the need for ongoing safety improvements. These figures highlight the importance of continuous efforts to enhance aviation safety through data-driven strategies and regulatory oversight.
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Rakyat Post
30-05-2025
- Rakyat Post
[Watch] Tourist Fined More Than RM600 For Eating Durian In Hotel, Warns Others: Don't Make The Same Mistake
Subscribe to our FREE A Chinese tourist visiting Singapore was fined SGD200 (approximately RM658) in cleaning fees for eating durian in her hotel room. She shared her experience on Xiaohongshu to warn others against making the same mistake. Here's what happened: She was staying at a four-star hotel on Orchard Road in Singapore. The next day, she bought a box of durian and fruits from the market. Since there was nowhere to eat at the market, she and her friend brought it back to the hotel. She said, 'The durian was well-packed when we bought it, and even the taxi driver didn't say anything.' When Durian Meets Hotel AC After eating, they stored the leftover durian in the hotel refrigerator. To their surprise, when they returned to their room, a letter was at the door stating a fine of 200 Singapore dollars because the room had a durian smell and required deep cleaning. (Pix: ) The woman was extremely shocked and immediately searched online to see if others had experienced similar situations. She discovered that many people had, with some hotels even charging up to SGD500! She immediately called the hotel to apologise, explaining that it was her first time in Singapore and she wasn't aware of this rule, hoping for some leniency. However, the hotel responded: 'The durian smell travels through the air conditioning system to other rooms, making them unusable for several days, so we must charge a cleaning fee.' (Video: Social Media Divided Over Tourist's Durian Dilemma She ended up paying the fine and asked the hotel to dispose of the remaining durian. Not everyone in China regularly eats durian, so I really didn't know the smell would be so strong. Her video of this experience went viral on social media, sparking heated discussions. Some defended her, saying, 'The hotel didn't clearly display the rules; where did this regulation come from?' Others warned, 'Most Southeast Asian hotels ban durian, and you can't even bring it on the MRT or buses!' and 'You really need to do your research before travelling abroad!' In similar cases from 2023, That same year, (Pix: Malaysia's Hotels Echo Singapore's Strict Durian Policies While this incident occurred in Singapore, it is a crucial reminder for both Malaysians and tourists visiting Malaysia, as similar rules apply throughout both countries. Most Malaysian hotels, like their Singaporean counterparts, strictly prohibit the consumption of durian on their premises, although the fines for doing so may vary. This is particularly relevant now, as we approach the peak durian season in Malaysia. Dilarang bawa masuk ke hotel, tp durian Monthong terlalu menggoda.. Udah sih makan d balik slimut we 😂 — yes, I am that (@ScorpioGuyyyy) Many hotels in popular tourist destinations, such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Melaka, have clear 'No Durian' policies, often displayed alongside other prohibited items, including smoking and pets. It's important to note that durian isn't the only fruit prohibited. As commonly shown in hotel signage, several other aromatic fruits are also banned: Jackfruit – Known for its strong, sweet aroma Cempedak – A close relative of jackfruit with an equally potent smell Mangosteen – Though less pungent, its purple rind can stain hotel furnishings Parts of this story have been sourced from . Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Malaysian Reserve
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Felda makes fresh takeover offer for FGV in second RM1.30 bid
THE Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) has launched a renewed bid to take FGV Holdings Bhd private by acquiring all remaining shares it does not already own at RM1.30 per share in cash – the same price it offered in its failed 2020 attempt. The unconditional voluntary takeover offer, made via Maybank Investment Bank Bhd, comes as Felda and its parties acting in concert (PACs) now control 86.93% of FGV's voting shares. This marks a significant jump from the 33.66% stake Felda held during its last privatisation attempt four years ago. As at May 20 – the latest practicable date – Felda directly held 2.54 billion FGV shares, representing 69.50% of the plantation group's issued share capital. The offer price is 1.56% higher than FGV's last traded price of RM1.28 and about 10% above its one-year average of RM1.18. The offer values FGV at RM4.75 billion and represents a steep discount to its initial public offering (IPO) price of RM4.55 in 2012, when it raised RM10.5 billion in what was then one of Malaysia's largest listings. Felda's current attempt to regain full control comes after Bursa Malaysia rejected FGV's request in March for more time to address its non-compliance with public shareholding spread requirements. FGV has been in breach of the minimum 25% public float rule since February 2021. The latest offer is led by Felda's wholly owned subsidiary Felda Asset Holdings Company Sdn Bhd, along with the Pahang state government under a concert-party agreement. Other PACs include Koperasi Kakitangan Felda Malaysia Bhd (Felkop) – whose board comprises Felda management – as well as Sulong Jamil Mohamed Shariff and his wife, Salina Hj Samsudin. According to FGV's filing with Bursa Malaysia, the offer will remain open for at least 21 days and is scheduled to close at 5pm on June 15, unless extended or withdrawn with the approval of the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC). Felda reserves the right to revise the offer terms, which would be announced at least two days before the closing date. Maybank Investment Bank, acting on behalf of Felda, said the takeover exercise complies with the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 and the SC's rules on takeovers and mergers. Earlier today, Bursa Malaysia approved FGV's request to suspend trading in its shares pending a material announcement. Trading will resume at 9am on Tuesday, May 27. FGV's share price had risen steadily since late April, reaching a near one-year high of RM1.35 in mid-May, before settling at RM1.28 prior to the suspension. Felda's previous offer in 2020 followed its acquisition of shares from Retirement Fund (Incorporated) [KWAP] and Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd for RM658 million, triggering a mandatory general offer at the same RM1.30 price. At the time, Felda had also sought Cabinet approval to terminate its 99-year land lease agreement with FGV, which had allowed the company to manage Felda's plantation land in return for lease payments. — TMR
