New Search For Missing MH370 Plane Announced By Malaysia

• MH370 disappeared in 2014 en route to Beijing from Kuala Lumpur.

• Debris found, but the aircraft remains missing.

• Ocean Infinity to conduct new search based on technological advancements.

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Reuters

Nearly 10 years after its disappearance, Malaysia is considering launching a new search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. The Boeing 777 was en route to Beijing from Kuala Lumpur in 2014 when it vanished, carrying 239 passengers. Despite debris linked to the plane being found along the African coast and various islands, the aircraft itself has never been located.

The decision to initiate a new investigation stems from the belief of search company Ocean Infinity that advancements in technology could aid in locating the missing aircraft. Ocean Infinity previously conducted a search in 2017, which yielded no results. The company operates on a 'no find, no fee' basis, assuming the financial risk of the search.

In 2017, the Malaysian government at the time declined to renew the contract with Ocean Infinity. However, the current Malaysian government, led by N.Y. Ibrahim, has now welcomed the company back for another search effort. The specifics of the new investigation, including the methods and objectives, have not been disclosed.

The mystery surrounding the fate of MH370 has captured global attention, with various theories circulating about its disappearance. Some speculate that the captain may have orchestrated a deliberate act, while others argue that conclusive evidence is lacking to support such claims. The deep-sea location where the plane is believed to have gone down, thousands of feet below the surface off the Australian coast, presents challenges that require advanced search technologies.

Despite the passage of a decade since the incident, the search for MH370 continues to intrigue and perplex investigators. The need for innovative search techniques to locate the intact plane remains paramount, underscoring the complexity of the ongoing search efforts.