
The Group recorded an operating loss of RM137.9 million for the first quarter ended 31 March 2009 (Quarter ended 31 March 2008: RM132.9 million profit) mainly due to lower operating revenue in line with the declining trend in global travel and cargo movements resulting from the current economic downturn.
The Group recorded a net loss of RM694.8 million (Quarter ended 31 March 2008: RM120.5 million profit) which includes derivative loss of RM557.0 million due to to the early adoption of FRS 139.