On 7 November 2016, AirAsia and AirAsia X staff officially moved into its new corporate base called RedQ which is short for RedQuarters. The RedQ covers an area of 18,000 sqm and will house up to 2,000 AirAsia Allstars.
To go to the new RedQ office, first go up the ramp heading towards klia2, then keep on the right most lane and turn right at Tune Hotel and then head straight and turn left at the T-junction.
Finally turn left and drive straight to RedQ’s main entrance.
This new AirAsia’s corporate HQ in Malaysia, situated adjacent to klia2 terminal, will house up to 2,000 AirAsia Allstars (staff).
The building was designed with Allstars in mind, prioritising cool spaces for Allstars to meet, mingle and get their creative juices flowing.
Designed with an industrial aesthetic, this edgy space spans 18,000 sq metres and offers an open plan, with an atrium covered in astro turf where colourful beanbags beckon Allstars to kick up their heels – a nod to AirAsia’s casual and fun spirit – and themed meeting rooms inspired by destinations from the airline’s wide network.
Meanwhile, the lounge offers spectacular views of the airline’s bright red birds taking off and landing.
The new corporate office reflected the airline group’s determination in becoming the number one airline in Malaysia and across the region, while incorporating elements showcasing its professional, fun and friendly attitude.
On the opening day, Datuk Kamarudin Meranun, AirAsia Berhad’s Executive Chairman, who is the Group CEO of AirAsia X Berhad, along with Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, Group CEO of AirAsia, Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz, AirAsia X Berhad Chairman, Aireen Omar, CEO of AirAsia Berhad, Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X Berhad and respective board members were present to welcome all staff into the new building.
The open office plan with exposed ceilings serves as a blank canvas to accentuate the colours and vibrancy of AirAsia’s corporate branding, imbuing the spaces with a kaleidoscope of colours.
The name RedQ, representing RedQuarters was selected, as it echoes the dynamism and spirit of the company and its workforce in making AirAsia a resilient and successful airline.
The other highlight is the clerestory windows that can be seen at either side of the building’s roof, bringing in natural lighting and ventilation.
“The new headquarters is designed with our AirAsia Allstars (employees) in mind and we are committed to provide the best for our employees who are the pillars of strength and the reason for our success” – Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.
The RedQ was designed to create an environment to stimulate creativity and generate new ideas.
“Our employees are the pillars of strength and the reason for our success.”, said Tony Fernandes.
The building maximises space utilisation, creating collaborative nodes as well as providing contemplative and creative corners in a variety of layouts.
Concrete or cement flooring is the material of choice, bringing new life to the building.
The six-storey building, which is replete with green features, is located adjacent to Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) in Sepang, Selangor.
The AirAsia corporate building features a modern design and will be equipped with several facilities such as surau, meeting rooms, cafes, spacious cafeteria, flight crew lounge, gymnasium and a rooftop which doubles as a venue for corporate and in-house events.
Estimated at a cost of of RM140 million, the RedQ will house both AirAsia and AirAsia X’s corporate offices and operations’ divisions.
AirAsia’s previous headquarters were in Subang, which was closer to the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, before it moved to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and subsequently to its last base at the low-cost carrier terminal of the airport, klia2.
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