Singapore Airlines Limited ('Singapore Airlines') was incorporated as a public company with limited liability and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited on 28 January 1972.Its history began in 1947 when a twin-engined Airspeed Consul under the Malayan Airways Ltd’s insignia started scheduled services between Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Penang. Malayan Airways Ltd grew steadily and by 1955, international services were added to its operations.With the formation of the Federation of Malaysia in 1963, the airline was renamed Malaysian Airways Ltd. In 1966 the governments of Malaysia and Singapore acquired joint control of the airline, which was then renamed Malaysia-Singapore Airlines Ltd ('MSA'). In 1971, MSA was restructured into 2 entities: Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airline System.Singapore Airlines, a full member of the global Star Alliance, is one of the world's premium airlines, with the distinction of operating a young and modern fleet. The Singapore Airlines route network extends across 105 destinations in 37 countries, including those served by its subsidiaries, Singapore Airlines Cargo and SilkAir. The Singapore Airlines Group has over 20 subsidiaries, covering a range of airline-related services, from cargo to engine overhaul. Its subsidiaries also include SIA Engineering Company, Scoot, Tiger Airways, Singapore Flying College and Tradewinds Tours and Travel.Principal activities of the Group consist of air transportation, engineering services and other airline related activities.