Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) today announced that Bashir Ahmad Abdul Majid’s services as managing director will be extended for another year.

The Finance Ministry extended the term, effective June 7, 2013.

The airport operator said the board welcomed the extension as it preferred  Bashir to continue to lead the management and guide the company towards continued success and performance.

Bashir, who had earlier indicated that he would like to make way for a successor, agreed to stay on, MAHB said in a statement.

It also said the board would, in due course, put in place a succession plan to ensure a smooth transition for this important post.

- Bernama