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The Sun
21-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Mavcom's regulatory functions to transition to CAAM from Aug 1
PETALING JAYA: The regulatory functions of the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) will officially be transferred to the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) effective Aug 1, as part of the government's ongoing aviation sector rationalisation plan. This transition, announced by the transport minister on June 23, follows the enactment of the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Dissolution) Act 2024 [Act 856], which provides the legal framework for Mavcom's dissolution and the consolidation of its responsibilities under CAAM. In a statement, Mavcom said CAAM will assume full regulatory authority over the country's civil aviation sector, taking on a broad range of functions including licensing, allocation of air traffic rights, airport development, rural air services, economic regulation, competition matters and general industry oversight. CAAM will also manage digital platforms such as AeroFile and AeroLicence, which handle overflight and landing permits, as well as licensing applications. Mavcom executive chairman Datuk Seri Saripuddin Kasim said the priority during this transition is to ensure minimal disruption to stakeholders and the public, while maintaining the momentum of Malaysia's aviation sector. He expressed appreciation to all past and present commission and committee members, as well as Mavcom staff, for their dedication and professionalism in upholding integrity and impartiality. Their efforts, he said, have significantly shaped aviation policy, protected consumer rights and supported industry growth. 'I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our stakeholders for their trust, support and collaboration throughout the years. As we prepare to close this chapter, we do so with immense pride in the legacy we leave behind, and full confidence in CAAM's leadership in the journey ahead,' he added. Mavcom affirmed it will continue to carry out its duties and responsibilities until the official transition date.
New Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Mavcom focuses on smooth, seamless handover to CAAM on Aug 1: Chairman
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) will ensure smooth and seamless handover of its roles and responsibilities to the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). CAAM will take over Mavcom's regulatory roles and responsibilities within the civil aviation sector on Aug 1. Mavcom said this will see CAAM managing a wide range of functions, including licensing, the allocation of air traffic rights, airport development, rural air services, economic and competition matters, as well as overall regulatory oversight. CAAM will also handle the operation of digital platforms such as AeroFile and AeroLicence, used for processing overflight and landing permits, along with licensing applications. "As part of this transition, Mavcom's existing regulatory functions and responsibilities will be assumed by CAAM, in accordance with the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Dissolution) Act 2024 [Act 856]," it said. Mavcom executive chairman Datuk Seri Saripuddin Kasim said the commission's main focus is to ensure the transition process is smooth and seamless, with minimal impact on stakeholders and the public. "The sustainability and continued growth of Malaysia's aviation industry remain at the forefront of our efforts throughout this process. "On behalf of Mavcom, I express my deepest appreciation to the past and present members of the commission, committee nembers, as well as the Mavcom staff," he said. The commission said it remains fully dedicated to carrying out its mandate and responsibilities up until the date of the rationalisation.
