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News 12/05/2006   

Shanghai Airlines to join Star
BYLINE
 
Shanghai Airlines has formally accepted an invitation to join the Star Alliance and Beijing-based Air China is expected to follow suit within weeks.

Launched in 1985, Shanghai Airlines operates a fleet of 42 aircraft. Its network is primarily focused on domestic routes, however, it is hoping to expand its international services through membership of Star.

The airline already codeshares with three Star Alliance carriers - All Nippon Airways, Lufthansa and United Airlines - and is now expected to forger similar agreements with other alliance members, including Air New Zealand.

12 May 2006


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