AirAsia wants to set up Indonesia hub in Lombok

AirAsia has confirmed its intention to develop a new hub in Lombok, Indonesia, as the quake-hit destination works to get back on it feet.

AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes said: “AirAsia will accelerate post-earthquake recovery efforts to support the communities of West Nusa Tenggara and the people of Lombok. The past year has been a very sad and challenging time for the people of Lombok, including the local tourism industry which has suffered as a result of the recent earthquakes.

“In the next few months, we will be working with airports and government authorities to turn Lombok into our newest hub in Indonesia.”

AirAsia’s Indonesian affiliate expects it will base two Airbus A320 aircraft in Lombok, with plans to double existing frequency to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, as well as services to Perth, Yogyakarta and Bali.

AirAsia Indonesia CEO Dendy Kurniawan said: “AirAsia is ready to tell the world that Lombok is open for business.

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