Malaysia

MAHB to open private Covid-19 screening facilities in KLIA

They are expected to cater to around 40,000 passengers daily, says CEO

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 29 Jun 2021 1:35PM

MAHB to open private Covid-19 screening facilities in KLIA
MAHB says five of the screening facilities will be located at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport main terminal, while another three will be at the KLIA2 terminal, and they will be equipped with comfortable lounges and seating areas for passengers while they wait for their test results. – The Vibes file pic, June 29, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) will open private Covid-19 screening facilities at eight locations in Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) starting July 2021. 

In a statement today, MAHB said five of the screening facilities would be located at the KLIA main terminal, while another three would be at the KLIA2 terminal, and they would be equipped with comfortable lounges and seating areas for passengers while they wait for their test results.

“This new facility is among several improvements Malaysia Airports is implementing to enhance the comfort and convenience of travellers while going through the necessary travel safety protocols at the airport,” it said. 

MAHB chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Shukrie Mohd Salleh said the group has engaged closely with the respective authorities to ensure the appointed service provider is authorised by the Health Ministry to perform such services.

“We are certain this new facility will go a long way in spurring the demand for travel once the borders are reopened. 

“The new facility is expected to cater to around 40,000 passengers daily, which will sufficiently cater to international arrivals at both terminals as the traffic recovers,” he said. – Bernama, June 29, 2021

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