DRAGONAIR ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH JAL MILEAGE BANK

Dragonair has announced it is to become a partner airline of JAL Mileage Bank, the frequent-flyer programme of Japan Airlines. Dragonair passengers who are members of the programme will be able to begin earning mileage and redeeming free flights on Dragonair from June 1.

“This announcement means Dragonair passengers will have more options to earn and redeem flights,” said Stanley Hui, Dragonair’s Chief Executive Officer. “We’re pleased to be able to offer this value-added service and to be partnering with such a quality programme.”

“JAL Mileage Bank’s new link with Dragonair extends our customers’ benefits in a key business travel region.” said Katsuo Haneda, Managing Director and Senior Vice President, Passenger Marketing for Japan Airlines. “We are delighted to be cooperating with such a reputable carrier which complements our own network so well.”

JAL Mileage Bank is one of the biggest frequent-flyer programmes in Asia and has more than eight million members worldwide. It is the second frequent-flyer programme with which Dragonair has partnered; members of Asia Miles are already able to earn and redeem points with the airline.

Dragonair is a Hong Kong-based airline, operating a fleet of five A330-300s, three A321s and six A320s in addition to a Boeing 747-200 freighter. It has announced plans to almost double its fleet by the end of 2005. The airline’s passenger network covers 27 destinations across the Asia-Pacific region, while its cargo network connects the markets of Europe, the Middle East and China.