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MATTA Sabah

Name: MATTA Sabah
Address: Lot No. 9, 1st Floor, Block A, Lorong Damai Point, Kota Kinabalu, 88300, MY
Telephone: +6088416718

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MATTA Sabah Chapter Official In 1975, a group of travel and tour agents initiated an association to represent their interests. Bhd. ]

That association, aptly named Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents or MATTA for short, started with 30 members. Wisma MATTA The founder of MATTA was the late Mr Loh Yit Lock who was also the 1st President. MATTA'S PRESIDENTS
Mr Loh Yit Lock - 1975 - 1976
Mr Fahmy Mubarak - 1977 - 1979
Mr Kamalruzaman "Kip" Bahadun - 1980 - 1982
YM Tunku Iskandar Tunku Abdullah - 1983 - 1988
Mr Mokhti Ab

as - 1989 - 1992
Mr Ahmad Kamil Abdullah - 1993 - 1998
YM Tunku Dato Seri Iskandar Tunku Tan Sri Abdullah - 1998 - 2005
Dato' Ngiam Foon - 2005 - 2009
Dato' Mohd Khalid Harun - 2010-2013
Datuk Haji Hamzah Rahmat - 2013 - 2017
Datuk Tan Kok Liang - 2017 - 2023
Nigel Wong Chun Teim-2023-2025

Today, MATTA boasts a membership of over 3,000 members, comprising local tour and travel organizations as well as numerous overseas affiliations. It is also the national umbrella representative body for the entire travel industry in the country. With a full time secretariat in Kuala Lumpur, its headquarters, MATTA has state chapters in Kedah, Penang, Perak, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Terengganu, Kelantan, Selangor, Johor, Sabah and Sarawak. MATTA's objective is to promote the interests of the travel and tour industry in Malaysia. MATTA works closely with the Ministry of Tourism (Motour) as well as Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB), help organise fairs, seminars, convention and workshops both to create public awareness of the tourism industry as well as to benefit its members. OBJECTIVES
To unite, supervise and coordinate the activities of the members. To publicise, encourage, promote and extend the tourist and travel trade. To adjudicate and settle any differences which may arise between members whenever its arbitration is requested by both parties concerned. To develop friendship and common purpose among the members of the tourist and travel industry. To make representations on behalf of members to Government and all organisations with which the Association has common interest. To encourage the highest ethical standards of business conduct within the trade. To study and promote the interest of the tourist and travel trade and profession and to educate the public regarding the function of tours and travel agents. To discourage unfair competition without in any way interfering with initiative and enterprise based on fair trading. MATTA Sabah Chapter 2023 -2025 Office Bearers:-

Chairman - Christina Wahida Kong (Sensational Holidays (Borneo) Sdn Bhd)
Deputy Chairman - Mohd Azlan Saleh Bin Abd Salam [Dynamic Tours Travel & Incentive Sdn. Bhd]
Honorary Secretary - Imelda Ambrose Angkangon [Asia Direct Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd ]
Honorary Treasurer - Masliza Binti Mansor [Global Lepa Car Rental & Tours Sdn. Bhd]
Committee -
Alex Chong [Al Hakim Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd]
Raflan bin Alimuddin [Nhafirah Tours & Travel Rent A Car Sdn Bhd]Vernan Loh [Borneo Holiday Planner Sdn Bhd]
Shona Fong [Borneo Extravaganza Tours & Travel Sdn.

17/08/2026

Safety Induction for Tourism Industry course by NIOSH on 12 August 2026

11/08/2026

Discovering Northern Borneo, Connecting Communities.

On 7–9 August 2026, MATTA Sabah Chapter hosted a 3D2N Familiarization Trip to Kota Belud and Kudat, welcoming 15 travel agents to experience the region’s diverse tourism products and community-based initiatives.

The journey provided an opportunity to gain firsthand product knowledge, discover new experiences, and connect local tourism offerings with the wider market.

Each destination offered a different perspective of Northern Borneo, showcasing its people, culture, products and stories.

Through meaningful industry connections and shared experiences, we continue to support local communities, strengthen tourism partnerships and promote Sabah as a destination of authentic experiences.

Discover. Connect. Promote. Grow.

23/07/2026

✨️MATTA Fair Sabah 18 - 20 September 2026 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu✨️

Save the date! 📅

17/07/2026

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT & DATA COLLECTION SESSION WITH SABAH TOURISM BOARD AND UNIVERSITI MALAYSIA SABAH ON 17 JULY 2026

A constructive discussion was held to gather insights on the opportunities, challenges and strategic priorities for strengthening Sabah's family tourism industry.

16/07/2026

COURTESY VISIT TO THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM, ART AND CULTURE (MOTAC) SABAH OFFICE ON 16 JULY 2026

11/07/2026

On 10 July 2026, MATTA Sabah Chapter hosted a Networking Gathering Session at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu, bringing together our valued members and EXCO members for an evening of meaningful connections and industry fellowship.

We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the gathering. Your presence made the evening truly memorable.

Together, let us continue to strengthen partnerships and drive the growth of Sabah's tourism industry. 🤝🏻🌏

08/07/2026

Guilin Charter flight Launch Event on 8 July 2026 at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Organised by MATTA Sabah and Pinnacle Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd

01/07/2026

AMADEUS CAFE PLUS, KOTA KINABALU ON 01 JULY 2026

A total of 24 MATTA Sabah members attended the Amadeus Cafe Plus session held at Hilton Kota Kinabalu on 1st July 2026.

The session featured presentations by Amadeus, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines focusing on the latest updates in airline ticketing, reservations, and industry best practices.

MATTA Sabah extends its appreciation to all speakers for their valuable insights and continued support. 🌏✈️

30/06/2026

PROGRAM CITRA BUDAYA KOTA KINABALU 2026 “KK CULTURE ON STAGE 2026”

Orang ramai dijemput untuk hadir Program Citra Budaya Kota Kinabalu 2026 “KK Culture On Stage 2026” yang akan berlangsung pada ketetapan berikut:

📅: 4 Julai 2026, Sabtu
🕖: 7.00 malam
📍: Lintasan Deasoka, Kota Kinabalu

PROGRAM CITRA BUDAYA KOTA KINABALU 2026 “KK CULTURE ON STAGE 2026”

Orang ramai dijemput untuk hadir dan memeriahkan lagi Program Citra Budaya Kota Kinabalu 2026 “KK Culture On Stage 2026” yang akan berlangsung pada ketetapan berikut:

📅: 4 Julai 2026, Sabtu
🕖: 7.00 malam
📍: Lintasan Deasoka, Kota Kinabalu

Bertemakan "Warisan Budaya: Citra Kasih Komuniti", program anjuran Dewan Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu (DBKK) dengan kerjasama Kementerian Pelancongan, Kebudayaan dan Alam Sekitar (KePKAS) ini diadakan bersempena dengan Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026.

Para pengunjung berpeluang untuk menikmati pelbagai pengisian menarik yang menampilkan keunikan seni dan budaya tempatan. Antaranya ialah persembahan tarian kebudayaan, muzik tradisi, persembahan nyanyian lagu-lagu etnik, pameran dan jualan hasil kraftangan tempatan serta Bengkel Citra Kasih.

Imbas kod QR yang tertera atau layari pautan https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16jN8mKoLaEth80Md8cyypX0ZYrcJnzcK bagi mendapatkan maklumat lanjut berkaitan program ini.

Program Citra Budaya Kota Kinabalu 2026: “KK Culture On Stage 2026” akan berlangsung secara bulanan dari Julai hingga Disember 2026, di lokasi yang sama dengan menampilkan tema serta pengisian budaya yang berbeza setiap bulan.

Untuk maklumat lanjut, urus setia Jabatan Pelancongan dan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat, DBKK boleh dihubungi melalui talian berikut:

📞 013-6033004 (Shirley)
📞 014-6526979 (Nizam)

Ayuh, sama-sama kita meriahkan lagi Program Citra Budaya Kota Kinabalu 2026 “KK Culture On Stage 2026”!

"Pentaskan Budaya Warisan Kita: Where Cultures Come Alive"

Sumber Info dan Foto: Jabatan Pelancongan dan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat, DBKK

Dikeluarkan oleh:
Bahagian Pengurusan Media dan Perhubungan Awam
Jabatan Pengaduan dan Perhubungan Awam, DBKK

22/04/2026

Address

Lot No. 9, 1st Floor, Block A, Lorong Damai Point
Kota Kinabalu
88300

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+6088416718

Website

http://www.matta.org.my/

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