Get your points back! AirAsia rewards launches enhanced Points Booking with 50% pointsback until 30 September

Members enjoy greater value with dedicated flight redemption seats available at least 30 days before departure

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- AirAsia rewards, the loyalty arm of Capital A, has launched the Points Booking feature, an enhanced experience with dedicated seat allocations on eligible AirAsia flights at least 30 days before departure. The enhancement gives members greater value and more certainty when planning their travels using AirAsia points.

To celebrate the launch, AirAsia rewards is offering 50% pointsback on all eligible flight redemptions made from now until 30 September.

Members can redeem flights across AirAsia’s extensive network, including both domestic and international destinations. Redemption fares include the flight base fare, taxes and fees, with great value options such as Kuala Lumpur - Johor Bahru from just 4,980 points (0 points for the base fare + 4,980 points for taxes and fees, valued at RM49.80, and Kuala Lumpur to Pekanbaru from 17,300 points (1,000 points for the base fare + 16,300 points for taxes and fees, valued at RM173).

Shannon Liew, Group Head of Loyalty, AirAsia rewards said, "At AirAsia rewards, we've always believed loyalty should be simple, rewarding and easy to understand. With dedicated seat allocations now available through Points Booking, members can enjoy greater value and have more confidence when planning their trips. We’re excited to offer 50% pointsback until 30 September as part of this launch, giving members an even greater opportunity to maximise the value of their AirAsia points. For example, a Kuala Lumpur–Johor Bahru flight requires 4,980 AirAsia points, with members receiving 2,490 points back after the campaign ends. More importantly, it transforms points earned through everyday spending into tangible travel experiences, rewarding members throughout their earning journey and giving them a clear reason to keep earning AirAsia points for their next adventure.”

The Points Booking feature is available via the AirAsia MOVE app. Members need a minimum balance of just 500 AirAsia points to redeem eligible fares and can choose to pay fully or partially with points, topping up any remaining balance by credit card where applicable. Members are also encouraged to convert their credit card or other loyalty points into AirAsia points to supplement their balance when redeeming Points Booking.

Just follow these simple steps to redeem your next AirAsia flight with Points Booking on the AirAsia MOVE app:

Step 1: Click the "Points" tab in the AirAsia MOVE app.
Step 2: Scroll down and tap on the "Fly on Points Booking" deals.
Step 3: Select a destination and a travel date at least 30 days in advance.
Step 4: Use the slider to adjust your points, and tap "Redeem".

Start turning everyday spending into your next AirAsia journey with the AirAsia MOVE app to earn AirAsia points through eligible bank and loyalty points conversions, as well as participating lifestyle partners. For more information on terms and conditions and Points Booking details, please visit this link.

AirAsia members can also make their points go further during AirAsia rewards’ monthly double-digit campaigns by converting eligible credit card, bank and other loyalty points into AirAsia points and enjoying 100% bonus AirAsia points, subject to campaign terms and participating partners. Follow AirAsia rewards on social media or visit the AirAsia rewards website for the latest news, promotions and campaign updates.

SOURCE: AirAsia MOVE (formerly airasia Superapp)

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PETRONAS PROGRESSES MALAYSIA’S UPSTREAM DEVELOPMENT WITH ESTUARY CLUSTER PSC AWARD AND MUTIARA CLUSTER SEISMIC DATA HANDOVER

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- PETRONAS, through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), has marked two key milestones in advancing Malaysia's upstream sector with the award of the Estuary Cluster Production Sharing Contract (PSC) and the handover of seismic data for the Mutiara Cluster, supporting continued exploration and resource development efforts.

MPM recently awarded the Small Field Asset Production Sharing Contract (SFA PSC) for the Estuary Cluster to Harvester Energy (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Harvester), a wholly owned subsidiary of Harvester Energy Pty Ltd, based in Australia.

Comprising the Lerek, Korbu and Diwangsa fields, the Estuary Cluster is located within the Malay Basin, a proven hydrocarbon province offshore Peninsular Malaysia. The cluster is expected to unlock stranded marginal oil resources through a technology-led development concept centred on a novel shallow-water subsea development approach.

This approach is expected to accelerate first commercial production, reduce capital expenditure and minimise the physical footprint compared with conventional development concepts. It also supports the reuse and redeployment of production infrastructure, in line with PETRONAS’ intent to enable innovative, commercially viable and lower-impact solutions for Malaysia’s small field assets.

Senior Vice President of MPM, Datuk Ir. (Dr) Bacho Pilong said, “The award of the Estuary Cluster PSC reflects PETRONAS’ continued focus on unlocking Malaysia’s discovered resources through innovative and fit-for-purpose development solutions. By introducing technology-led approaches, we are opening new pathways to monetise small and stranded fields that may otherwise remain undeveloped.”

The award marks Harvester’s entry into Malaysia’s upstream sector and reinforces Malaysia’s position as an attractive destination for agile and technology-focused energy players seeking to participate in small field development opportunities.

The cluster was offered through Malaysia Bid Round Plus (MBR+), which complements the annual Malaysia Bid Round (MBR) by providing investors with year-round access to selected upstream opportunities, and technical data through PETRONAS myPROdata. Beyond creating new investment opportunities, MPM is also supporting the progression of existing discoveries towards development by reducing technical uncertainties and enabling more informed development decisions.

MPM has also recently handed over an enhanced 3D seismic dataset to DIALOG Resources Sdn Bhd (DIALOG) for the Mutiara Cluster, located off the east coast of Sabah, marking a significant step towards progressing the cluster’s development towards production and advancing discovered resources in the Sandakan Basin.

Datuk Ir. (Dr) Bacho said, “The delivery of this enhanced dataset marks an important milestone for the Sandakan Basin, representing MPM’s first acquisition of new 3D seismic data over an area with existing coverage. The improved subsurface imaging will enable DIALOG to better evaluate Mutiara Cluster’s resources and support East Sabah’s long-term energy security.”

The Mutiara Cluster comprises five discovered marginal oil and gas fields, namely Nymphe, Nymphe North, Kuda Terbang, Benrinnes and Mutiara Hitam. Awarded to DIALOG under an SFA PSC during MBR 2025, the cluster is targeting first production by 2029.

The development of the Mutiara Cluster is further supported by efforts to optimise project cost and accelerate the First Gas Date, as well as the sharing of information and technical proposals to advance the cluster’s development.

These efforts are complemented by the ongoing collaboration with Sabah state agencies to foster development synergy and stakeholder alignment in support of Sabah’s East Coast long-term energy growth.

Together, the Estuary Cluster PSC award and the Mutiara Cluster seismic data handover demonstrate PETRONAS’ broader approach to strengthening Malaysia’s upstream proposition by widening access to investment opportunities and enabling resources to progress towards production more efficiently.

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Channels and Media Relations
Group Strategic Relations & Communications
PETRONAS

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MPM Pic-1.jpg: PETRONAS, through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), recently awarded Small Field Asset Production Sharing Contract (SFA PSC) for the Estuary Cluster to Harvester Energy (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Present at ceremony were (from left to right) Senior General Manager of Governance & Strategic Relations, MPM, Nurunnajwa Mohd Aras; Managing Director of Harvester Energy, Christopher Merrick; witnessed by Datuk Ir. Bacho Pilong, SVP of MPM.

MPM Pic-2.jpg: During the same event, MPM handed over enhanced 3D seismic dataset to DIALOG Resources Sdn Bhd (DIALOG) for the Mutiara Cluster. Present at ceremony were (from left to right) Senior General Manager of Resource Exploration, MPM, Azmir Zamri; Deputy Managing Director, Upstream of DIALOG, Saiful AzuanAbdul Aziz; witnessed by SVP of MPM Datuk Ir. Bacho Pilong, and Chief Executive Officer of DIALOG, Mustaffa Kamal Abu Bakar.
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COMMAND ALKON TO SHOWCASE CLOUD, AI SOLUTIONS AT REGIONAL EVENTS

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Command Alkon, a software and solutions provider for the heavy building materials industry, will showcase its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions at two industry conferences in Australia and New Zealand in October.

In a statement, the company said it will participate in the 2026 IQA National Conference on the Gold Coast, Australia, from Oct 6 to 8, followed by the Concrete NZ Conference 2026 in Wellington, New Zealand, from Oct 21 to 23.

Command Alkon Vice President of Marketing, Lori Allen said the events provide an opportunity to demonstrate how production, dispatch and fleet operations can run on a connected platform, while showcasing the potential of Command Intelligence to support decision-making.

At the IQA National Conference, Command Alkon will highlight its Command Cloud platform, including Dispatch & Scale Ticketing for scheduling and ticketing, TrackIt for vehicle management, and Command Intelligence, its agentic AI offering that enables producers to query operational data and automate defined tasks.

Meanwhile, at the Concrete NZ Conference, the company will showcase Command Cloud's capabilities for concrete producers, including Batch for plant operations, Dispatch for sales, scheduling, delivery and billing, TrackIt for fleet management and Command Intelligence for AI-powered operational insights and task execution.

Command Alkon said the two events will bring together industry participants from the quarrying, concrete, building and construction sectors, providing opportunities to demonstrate its latest technology and engage with customers across the region.

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PETSUPER DEBUTS AI-POWERED SMART PET ECOSYSTEM AT IFA 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- PetSuper, a smart pet technology brand focused on intelligent pet care products, made its debut at IFA 2026, showcasing its connected smart pet portfolio and vision for an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered pet care ecosystem.

During the five-day exhibition, PetSuper engaged with retailers, distributors and technology professionals from across Europe, demonstrating PetSuper Ai, LitterGo, ViGo, DryGo, FeedView and HydriGo. The products prompted discussions on market development, business opportunities, product innovation and industry trends.

The company said its approach combines smart hardware, Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, pet care data and its PetSuperAi platform to connect different aspects of everyday pet care, including feeding, hydration, grooming and litter maintenance.

In a statement, PetSuper chief executive officer and co-founder, Brian Hu said IFA 2026 provided an opportunity for the company to present its vision of moving beyond standalone devices towards a more connected approach to pet care.

He said PetSuper aims to integrate information from different care scenarios to help pet owners better understand their pets’ routines and make daily care more informed.

At the exhibition, visitors were able to experience how LitterGo, DryGo, FeedView, HydriGo and ViGo support litter maintenance, grooming, feeding, hydration and behavioural observation, while PetSuperAi demonstrated the company’s direction towards integrating data from different pet care scenarios.

PetSuper said feedback on automated litter care, feeding, hydration and AI-supported routine observation will inform its continued product development and international expansion.

Following IFA 2026, the company plans to continue discussions with potential retail, distribution and channel partners across Europe and other priority markets.

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College of Radiology Backs Digital-Health Push, Urges Full Integration of Medical Imaging

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 (Bernama) -- The College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia, welcomes the Government’s RM1 billion investment to strengthen digital infrastructure across 150 hospitals and 2,000 health clinics nationwide.

 
This investment represents an important opportunity to build a more connected healthcare system and improve the way patients move through diagnosis and treatment. For radiology, however, meaningful digitalisation must extend beyond the electronic storage of clinical notes and written reports. Medical images themselves are an essential part of the patient’s health record.

Every day, large volumes of diagnostic information are generated through X-rays, ultrasound, CT, MRI, mammography and other imaging examinations. To realise the full benefit of the national digital-health investment, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) should therefore be integrated with compatible Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), allowing authorised clinicians to securely access both radiology reports and the relevant images when making clinical decisions.

Such integration can have immediate practical benefits for patients. Ready access to previous imaging allows radiologists to compare current examinations with earlier studies, can reduce unnecessary repetition of investigations and radiation exposure, and can help avoid delays when patients are referred between clinics, district hospitals and tertiary centres.

Interoperability between healthcare facilities should therefore be a key priority. A patient’s diagnostic information should be able to follow the patient through the healthcare system, subject to appropriate access controls and safeguards, rather than remaining isolated within individual institutions.

Improved connectivity also has the potential to narrow geographical disparities in access to radiology expertise. Secure transfer and remote access to medical images can support teleradiology and specialist consultation, enabling radiologists and subspecialists to contribute to the care of patients in suburban, rural and under-resourced facilities without necessarily being physically present at the same location.

As this digital infrastructure develops, cybersecurity and clinical governance must be designed into the system from the outset. Appropriate access controls, audit trails, data integrity, patient privacy, consent where applicable, downtime procedures and clear professional accountability are essential when clinical information and medical images are shared across institutions.

The success of this investment should ultimately be measured not only by the number of hospitals and clinics connected, but by its impact on patients. Relevant measures could include reductions in waiting times and duplicated examinations, faster radiology reporting and referral completion, and fewer delays between investigation, diagnosis and treatment.

A well-integrated digital health system will also provide the infrastructure required for future innovations, including data-driven healthcare and the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence. However, technology should remain a means to improve care rather than an end in itself.

The College of Radiology welcomes the RM1 billion digital-health investment and looks forward to supporting its implementation so that it improves diagnostic decisions, reduces unnecessary repetition and benefits patients across urban, suburban and rural Malaysia.

Ultimately, the goal of healthcare digitalisation should be simple: the right image, available to the right expertise, at the right time.

Dr Farhana Fadzli
President
College of Radiology
Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

SOURCE: College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

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DXN HOLDINGS BHD. PARTNERS WITH MDEC TO ADVANCE YOUTH AGRITECH INNOVATION THROUGH AGROVATOR@SEKOLAH 2026

CYBERJAYA, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- DXN Holdings Bhd. today announced its partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) as the Strategic Partner for Agrovator@Sekolah, reinforcing the DXN’s commitment to nation-building and empowering the next generation of agricultural leaders. A flagship national initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) implemented by MDEC, the program will equip at least 1,000 students across 50 schools nationwide with modern technology, digital solutions, and practical innovation skills to transform Malaysia's agriculture sector.

Under the partnership, DXN will support the programme through funding and in-kind contributions, with DXN Cyberville in Cyberjaya, one of Malaysia’s established technology and innovation hubs, serving as the central venue for the semi-final and final stage of Agrovator@Sekolah. Approximately 85 students have been selected for semi-final & final stage to continue their journey, lasting 19 days, with DXN's Cyberjaya premises serving as a key learning hub throughout the programme. Students will be hosted at DXN Cyberville's accommodation suites and make use of its Grand Ballroom, Conference Hall and meeting and function rooms, alongside wellness and recreational amenities such as its swimming pool, gym and cafeteria. The collaboration will give participating students a hands-on environment to learn, explore and experience how technology and innovation can be applied to agriculture, while creating meaningful engagement between DXN and the next generation of young innovators.

The partnership extends DXN's long standing track record of nation building and community investment in Malaysia. This includes a co-teaching English confidence programme with Northern Illinois University delivered through Jemaah Pengurusan Sekolah Maahad Imtiyaz in Selangor, which helped students build fluency and self-assurance in speaking English, a model DXN and its partners hope to scale from its current base to the national and global stage. DXN has also directed sustained support across four flagship national commitments, through Yayasan Prihatin Nasional, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)'s education and healthcare development, human capital and socioeconomic development in Kedah, and MyGrocer@Wilayah's food access initiative. In Kedah, DXN's home state, this has included support for Program Tuisyen Rakyat Kedah Sejahtera, a state tuition programme helping students strengthen their academic foundation, alongside Program Bakti Siswa Perdana Negeri Kedah and Program Latihan dan Persijilan Profesional Digital dan Teknologi Kedah (PRODITEK). These sit alongside dozens of schools, higher education and community programmes spanning health and welfare relief, and youth and sports development nationwide.

“Agrovator@Sekolah demonstrates the value of public-private collaboration in equipping young Malaysians with the skills and confidence to apply digital and emerging technologies to real-world agricultural challenges, " said Anuar Fariz Fadzil, Chief Executive Officer of MDEC.

“Through this partnership with DXN, MDEC aims to nurture a new generation of digitally capable innovators who can contribute to a more productive, sustainable and resilient agriculture sector. By developing a future-ready talent pipeline from an early age, this initiative will support Malaysia’s ambition to become an AI Nation by 2030, while strengthening national food security and advancing the digital economy.”

"DXN has always believed that a company's success is inseparable from the wellbeing of the communities and the nation it operates in," said Prajith Pavithran, Group Chief Executive Officer of DXN Holdings Bhd. "Supporting Agrovator@Sekolah is a natural extension of the work we have done over the years in education, healthcare and community development across Malaysia. We are proud to open our doors to these students and to play a part in shaping the innovators who will help drive Malaysia's digital and agricultural future."

"We have seen first-hand what a difference the right kind of support can make. Our co-teaching programme with Northern Illinois University, delivered through Jemaah Pengurusan Sekolah Maahad Imtiyaz, gave students the confidence to stand up and speak English fluently in front of their peers, a small moment that can reshape a young person's sense of what is possible for them," said Mahmood Hisham, Group Chief Operating Officer of DXN Holdings Bhd. "Partnering with MDEC on Agrovator@Sekolah lets us bring that same belief, that every Malaysian student deserves the tools and the confidence to compete on a global stage, into agriculture and technology, sectors that are central to Malaysia's future growth."

ABOUT MDEC
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is the national agency under the Ministry of Digital driving Malaysia’s digital economy. Celebrating 30 years of accelerating digital transformation, MDEC leads the Malaysia Digital (MD) initiative, fueling innovation, investment, and inclusive growth across the digital landscape. Guided by the pillars of digital rakyat, digital economy, and digital government, MDEC champions Malaysia’s path to becoming an AI Nation by 2030 and partners globally to build a resilient, competitive digital ecosystem.

For more information, visit www.mdec.my

ABOUT DXN HOLDINGS BHD DXN
Holdings Bhd is a vertically integrated global wellness manufacturer operating in more than 180 countries, serving 22 million consumers worldwide. Beyond its core business, DXN maintains an active programme of community and nation building contributions across education, healthcare, human capital development and social welfare in Malaysia.

Released on behalf of DXN Holdings Bhd by Capital Front Investor Relations.

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BIDGELY TO SHOWCASE AI-DRIVEN SMART METER INSIGHTS AT ENLIT ASIA 2026

Bidgely will showcase how AI unlocks the true potential of smart meter data to help utilities drive enterprise-wide impact.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Bidgely will showcase its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven smart meter analytics at Enlit Asia 2026, demonstrating how utilities across Southeast Asia can use advanced data insights to improve customer experience, protect revenue and strengthen grid planning.

In a statement, Bidgely said the event will be held from Sept 22 to 24 in BSD City, Jakarta, bringing together utilities, regulators, technology providers and energy leaders from across the ASEAN region.

Bidgely Vice President for EMEA and APAC, Nipun Jain, said utilities across Southeast Asia have established a strong digital foundation through rapid advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) rollouts, with smart meters generating valuable operational data.

He said the company will demonstrate how AI and machine-learning analytics can turn interval data into outcomes such as reducing bill shock, addressing non-technical losses and building a more resilient grid.

At Enlit Asia, Bidgely will highlight solutions across three areas — value to consumer, revenue protection and advanced grid intelligence.

Its consumer-focused solutions provide personalised, appliance-level energy-use insights while equipping customer service representatives with data to resolve complex enquiries. For revenue protection, its AI algorithms analyse AMI data to identify anomalies and help utilities detect energy theft and reduce non-technical losses.

For grid intelligence, Bidgely will demonstrate how utilities can gain greater visibility into distribution assets, including transformer capacity and asset stress, as the adoption of distributed energy resources such as solar and electric vehicles increases.

Bidgely’s UtilityAI platform can be deployed as a fully managed software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution or within a utility’s preferred cloud and data environment, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Snowflake and Databricks.

The company will also participate in thought leadership sessions covering digitalisation and AI, ASEAN energy dialogue and grid modernisation, alongside three technical presentations on asset visibility, grid and feeder-level forecasting, and distributed intelligence for greater grid flexibility and resilience.

Through its participation at Enlit Asia 2026, Bidgely aims to demonstrate how utilities can move beyond using smart meter data primarily for billing and apply AI-powered analytics to support operational intelligence, customer engagement and the transition towards more resilient energy networks.

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