Malaysia Airlines has appointed Steven Bresh as its new head of leisure sales.

In this newly created role, Bresh will initially oversee the strategic partnerships with UK tour operators.

He brings with him more than 20 years industry experience, and has held senior aviation roles at Kuoni, Tui Travel and Virgin Holidays.

Paul Simmons, chief commercial officer at Malaysia Airlines said: “We are delighted to be enhancing our UK sales team with the appointment of Steven.

“Having Steven on-board underlines the airline’s commitment to strengthening our services from the UK to Malaysia and beyond.”

Bresh will be based in the Malaysia Airlines UK headquarters in London.

Bresh said: “I am very proud to be joining Malaysia Airlines, a company that I have worked closely with in the past.

“I look forward to working with the whole of the UK sales team to further develop our key strategic trade partnerships.

“I am also thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce more UK travellers to Malaysia as a wonderful holiday destination.”