SIA, Virgin Australia launch interline, lounge agreements

[feb01mel]

SIA, Virgin Australia launch interline, lounge agreements

SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Virgin Australia have launched the first phase of their alliance.

They have started an initial interline agreement and offered reciprocal lounge access to eligible customers.

Starting from August 1, SIA customers are able to connect to a range of Australian destinations served by Virgin Australia on one ticket, with terminal transfers, in-flight entertainment and meals included.

The two airlines announced plans for a wide-ranging partnership in June, including codesharing and seamless connections.

The two airlines said subject to regulatory approvals, customers should be able to experience the full benefits of the alliance from late this year.

- CNA/fa

http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stori...144271/1/.html

[feb01mel]

Reciprocal lounge access for eligible Singapore Airlines and Virgin Australia customers is also being offered from today. Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members will have access to Virgin Australia’s six domestic lounges when travelling on Virgin Australia flights. Virgin Australia’s Velocity Gold members will also have access to Singapore Airlines-operated lounges in 14 cities when travelling with Singapore Airlines.

http://www.singaporeair.com/jsp/cms/...s/ne110801.jsp

[MAN Flyer]

Nice to see reciprocal lounge access straight away, just about to book a few Oz domestics.

[Gunners]

Great Virgin Lounge at Brisbsane

Entered the Brisbane Virgin lounge for my flight to Perth with my Krisflyer Gold today. The lounge is very well presented. The barista served excellent coffee from the expresso machine. All and all the lounge was a great experience.