Ocean Infinity’s MH370 search reignites hopes of closure

The latest attempt to locate Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has renewed hopes of solving the decade-long aviation mystery, with experts expressing confidence in its success.

Aviation expert Datuk Captain Nik Ahmad Huzlan Nik Hussain highlighted the expertise of Ocean Infinity, the US- and UK-based company leading the search, as a key factor in the mission’s potential breakthrough, New Straits Times reported.

“Ocean Infinity has meticulously analysed data, including assumed coordinates where MH370 might have ended in the ocean. This has significantly reduced the search area to 15,000 square kilometres compared to the previous 120,000 square kilometres,“ he was quoted as saying.

He noted that Ocean Infinity’s decision to commit an initial investment of at least US$10 million (RM45.07 million) signals a strong belief in a successful outcome. However, he called on the government to confirm whether the US$70 million (RM309 million) payment to Ocean Infinity covers the cost of recovering the aircraft debris if discovered.