Travel Daily News, 29 Dec 2010
According to e-Global Travel Media, AirAsia group Chief Executive Datuk Seri Tony Fernandes has denied that any plans exist to buy a stake in the British carrier, which is widely reported to be seeking a partner or partners. Britain’s Sunday Times newspaper reported that AirAsia, the region’s largest low-cost carrier by fleet size, was a suitor.
But Fernandes, contacted by Malaysia’s Star newspaper, poured cold water on the suggestion. He said no discussions were taking place and he had no idea why any such speculation existed.
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