Government officials in Malaysia have expressed openness to restarting the search for Malaysian Airlines MH370 after a private company presented potential new evidence regarding the whereabouts of the Boeing 777.
Malaysian authorities reaffirmed their commitment to initiating a new search operation upon obtaining credible evidence and fresh information regarding the missing flight.
Flight MH370 Disappearance:
The Boeing 777 vanished after departing from Kuala Lumpur on March 8, 2014, with 12 crew members and 227 passengers on board, sparking one of the most baffling mysteries in aviation history.
The Malaysian Transportation Ministry disclosed that Ocean Infinity, a Texas-based company, approached them with a proposal to reopen the search. However, the specifics of the new evidence were not disclosed.
Readiness to Collaborate:
The Ministry of Transport expressed readiness to engage with Ocean Infinity, inviting discussions regarding a potential search operation.
Ocean Infinity’s Perspective:
Ocean Infinity’s CEO confirmed the submission of a proposal to the Malaysian government and emphasized their commitment to resuming the search for MH370. The company seeks to leverage technological advancements to enhance its search capabilities.
Importance of Finding MH370:
CEO Oliver Plunkett underscored the significance of locating MH370, emphasizing the need for closure for all affected by the tragedy. He highlighted the complexity of the search and the collaborative efforts undertaken to narrow down potential search areas.