Malaysia isn’t just a hotspot for leisure tourists but has plenty to
offer business visitors too, with its many advanced facilities for
the entrepreneur on the move.
If you have to make a business trip to Malaysia, arrive fresh and
relaxed via Malaysia Airlines’ business class, Comfort is the
driving aspect behind Malaysia Airlines’ business class cabin.
Taking the special needs of business travellers into careful
consideration, it offers a multitude of thoughtful features and
comforts which the traveller will find indispensable. These new
features will be introduced progressively onboard all their B777
aircrafts.
If you are working on a tight schedule and need to get some work
done during your flight, Malaysia Airlines’ understands the special
needs of busy business travellers. Their new business class cabin
offers a work-friendly environment to help you make the most of your
flying time. Your fold-out dining table will accommodate a laptop
comfortably. Type away without running your laptop battery flat,
thanks to a 115V power outlet that conveniently accepts multiple
plug types. You also have access to business and financial news,
plus e-mail and Livetext on your LCD touch screen monitor
Business Etiquette
Suits are acceptable for business
meetings. Business visitors should
remember that the Malay population
is predominantly Muslim and
religious customs should be
respected and normal courtesies
observed, eg appointments,
punctuality and business cards.
Office hours:
These vary between Peninsular
Malaysia and East Malaysia. In
general most private sector offices
are open Mon-Fri 0900-1700 and Sat
0900-1300, but many private sector
companies operate a five-day week.
Government office hours:
0830-1630.
Conferences & Conventions
Many conferences and conventions are
held in Malaysia each year. Apart
from the dedicated facilities at the
Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala
Lumpur, many hotels have facilities.
Further information can be obtained
from Tourism Malaysia, Convention
Promotion Division (see
Contact Addresses).
