AirAsia gains stronger foothold in China with entry into Nanning

AirAsia stated (12-Sep-2012) it is strengthening its route network and connectivity in China, with the carrier opening booking for Kuala Lumpur-Nanning service from 12-Sep-2012. The new route will operate three times weekly from 11-Dec-2012. The sector will be AirAsia Group's 22nd route to China. AirAsia Group head of commercial Kathleen Tan commented, "China is a great market for us to explore and expand our route network and connectivity. We are seeing a greater demand between both ends especially for business travel.... We are glad to be able to provide the only direct flight from Kuala Lumpur-Nanning and we are confident that flight loads will pick-up once we open this new destination for sale, especially with the importance of Nanning as a city that works closely with the ASEAN countries to promote investment and trade between China and ASEAN." [more - original PR]