Air New Zealand has joined the panel of carriers providing air services in the government's cross-agency contract designed to get the best deal for the taxpayer. "We're delighted to be reappointed to the panel of carriers to support the government's flight requirements," Air New Zealand chief revenue officer Cam Wallace said in a statement. "As New Zealand's national carrier we have a long-standing relationship with the government and a track record of delivering value to public agencies." The contract is currently shared by national carrier Air NZ, Emirates, Lufthansa, Qantas and Singapore Airline. Air New Zealand was granted a waiver from NZX from having to seek shareholder approval, given the deal is a material contract its majority government shareholder.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 22, 2017 03:45 UTC