| Journal: TWUK | Section: |
| Title: | Issue Date: 03/07/00 |
| Author: | Page Number: 28 |
| Copyright: Other |
in brief
n ANZ completes acquisition of ansett australiaAir New Zealand has completed its £230m acquisition of Ansett Australia as a first step towards the creation of a new global Australasian airline group. ANZ bought a half-share in the Australian airline three years ago. The carriers will continue to operate under their own brands.
n olympic launches manchester-athens service
Olympic Airways has launched a service between Manchester and Athens. Flights will operate on Thursdays and Saturdays using a 150-seat Boeing 737-400 aircraft. Introductory fares start at £149 return.
n GB airways extends value fares deal until july 19
British Airways franchisee GBAirways has extended itsvalue fares offer until July 19. The £123 return fare is valid to five destinations – Alicante, Lisbon, Majorca, Porto andValencia.