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REL: 1309 HRS Auckland International Airport Limited

GENERAL: AIA: AIAL Auckland Airport Increases China seat capacity

Auckland Airport increases China seat capacity with new Dreamliner flights

Auckland Airport has welcomed the announcement that China Southern Airlines
current daily services to Auckland will be serviced by the new Boeing 787
Dreamliner aircraft from late October.
Announced today at a press conference held by China Southern Airlines, the
change in schedule will see the daily Dreamliner service commence on the
Guangzhou - Auckland route from October 28, well ahead of the previously
announced Auckland debut of December 4.
This will be followed by a second China Southern Airlines' Dreamliner
servicing Auckland for the peak summer period of December 4 to March 1, when
the number of flights on the Guangzhou to Auckland route will increase from
seven to ten weekly flights.
Glenn Wedlock, Auckland Airport's general manager aeronautical commercial, is
delighted with the announcement as it not only provides immediate growth in
capacity but also offers customers a number of significant benefits that come
hand-in-hand with the Dreamliner service.
"The announcement of the change to the 787 Dreamliner aircraft immediately
provides us with almost five per cent growth in seat capacity per year.
This, coupled with the additional three services per week in the summer peak
season, again signals strong growth for the industry from Chinese arrivals,"
says Mr Wedlock. "Equally, the Dreamliners are much more fuel efficient which
makes the services more profitable and more beneficial in terms of
environmental impact."
"The new flights also offer a 20 per cent advantage in cargo revenue capacity
over today's similarly sized airplanes.  This means more capacity to our
biggest trading partner for high value air freight exports such as fresh
produce," says Mr Wedlock.
 "As for benefits to the passengers, the Dreamliner's include a range of
interior improvements which provide more comfort and convenience," continues
Mr Wedlock.  "One of the big advantages is that the cabins offer higher
humidity which means customers will disembark their flight feeling fresher
and less dried out, ready to enjoy their holiday or launch into their
business activities."
China Southern's Boeing 787 Dreamliner has 228 seats, four first-class seats,
24 in business class and 200 seats in the economy cabin, and is the first
Dreamliner ever to have a first class cabin.
Also announced at the press conference held by China Southern Airlines is the
visa entry changes which now see New Zealanders allowed to transit in
Guangzhou for 72 hours without a visa, an increase from the previously
allowed stay of 24 hours.
Mike Ma, China Southern Airlines' General Manager New Zealand, says the new
visa waiver is a fantastic outcome and will have positive flow-on effects for
the travel industry.  "The new transit period of 72 hours allows visitors
more time to explore Guangzhou, meaning more value for money as travellers
can fully experience the city on their way to another destination," said Mr
Ma.
Mr Wedlock agrees and adds that the change is welcomed by Auckland Airport.
"The new visa waiver will make it easier for New Zealanders transiting in
Guangzhou to beyond countries," says Mr Wedlock.  "They will be able to enjoy
the sights of Guangzhou for a transit period of up to 72 hours without having
to worry about getting a visa. It is another important step between our two
nations in opening-up markets, extending visa access and building on free
trade agreements."
For more information about the Dreamliner services please visit
www.csair.com.

Ends
For further information, please contact:
Katie Moore
+64 9 255 9061
+64 27 473 1989

China Southern Release

New 72 Hour Travel Without Visa Policy To Begin August 1;
Foreign Nationals From 45 Countries May Enter Guangzhou Without Visa

July 23, 2013 - Guangzhou, China - The People's Government of Guangdong
Province, the Guangzhou General Station of Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection
China Southern Airlines and the Guangdong Airport Authority are pleased to
announce that starting Thursday, August 1, foreign nationals from 45
countries and regions holding a third-country visa and onward airline
ticketing may stay in Guangdong up to 72 hours without an entry visa to
China.

With today's substantial announcement, Guangzhou joins Beijing and Shanghai
as 72-hour border visa-free cities.

Foreign nationals from 45 countries and regions holding valid passports as
well as connecting passenger tickets with set travel dates, are now qualified
to depart Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou without needing a Chinese
visa and will have free and unfettered access throughout Guangzhou Province
during the 72-hour transit period.

Eligible foreign passengers may apply with their carrier airline, which then
will declare to its border control authorities at the airport of departure
and may temporarily enter Guangdong upon meeting the TWOV conditions by the
frontier inspection authorities.

Implementation of this policy is expected to substantially promote the
growing tourism industry throughout Guangdong, accelerating the urban
internationalization and expanding economic and cultural exchanges at home
and abroad.

China Southern Airlines has been one of the active promoters for the 72-hour
TWOV at Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou. As a Guangzhou-headquartered
company, China Southern Airlines has ramped-up its international strategy by
actively promoting the Guangzhou brand as it works to built Guangzhou into an
international aviation hub.

Currently, China Southern Airlines operates 44 international routes from its
Guangzhou hub, with service to 37 countries and regions and more than 90
domestic flights. China Southern Airlines' Guangzhou hub has raised the
number of transit passengers of all international routes, accounting for 50%
of all passengers.

During the process of internalization, a flexible TWOV policy is one of the
key driving factors in the competitiveness China Southern's Guangzhou hub.

In 2012, China Southern Airlines carried 340,000 international arrivals in
Guangzhou and in the first half of 2013, the sixth traffic rights passengers
transported by China Southern Airlines at it's Guangzhou hub has reached
210,000 arrivals, an increase of 41.5% year-on-year.

With the implementation of the 72-hour TWOV policy, the airline can expect
transit passengers by China Southern flights will exceed 500,000 arrivals in
Guangzhou.

In conformity with this new 72-hour TWOV policy, China Southern Airlines has
specifically  designed a series of customized services and products,
providing transit passengers with one-stop professional quality services.

In addition to its substantial daily route services, China Southern Airlines
will put its latest  aircraft available for its Guangzhou departures.  The
airline is currently stationing its new Airbus A380 and Boeing 787
Dreamliners for international flights departing from Guangzhou, providing
exceptional First and Business Class cabin facilities.

China Southern Airlines has also specially designed passenger services and
site protection processes for "the 72-hour TWOV", established an integrated
counter advisory post for the 72-hour TWOV at Baiyun International Airport
Guangzhou and selected five-star employees with the best English proficiency
to provide the finest in professional customer services.

All of China Southern's 60 international offices have intensified publicity
and promotion of the TMOV in their local media, tourist agency, agents and
partners. The formal website of China Southern Airlines (www.csair.com)
opened a feature column for 72-hour TWOV and China Southern Airlines has
dedicated a special publicity video to passengers of international routes so
as to introduce China customs and border control authorities' policies on
travelers and baggage as well as Guangzhou's culture, local cuisine and
special scenic spots.

# # #

About China Southern Airlines
For more than 30 years, China Southern - www.csair.com - has been the largest
airline in The People's Republic of China and is headquartered at the
ultra-modern Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou. China Southern operates
a fleet of more than 500 modern aircraft and serves 193 cities in 30
countries and regions, forming an extensive network with Guangzhou and
Beijing as its hubs. China Southern is a member of SkyTeam and together the
other 18 member airlines offer its passengers a worldwide system of more than
19,000 daily flights covering more than 1,000 destinations in 187 countries.

China Southern's Services and Products

Boarding Pass Privileges:
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Show your 72-hour Transit Visa Exemption Permit and Boarding Pass of China
Southern Airlines to enjoy discounts offered by our cooperative merchants in
the sectors of accommodation, dining, scenic spots, recreation, shopping and
ground transport.

Travel Routes

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  Guangzhou's Historical & Cultural Half-day Tour: Chen Clan Academy, Museum
of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, Shamian.
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2.Cantonese Culture One-day Tour ???????
 Chen Clan Academy - Lizhi Creek - Xiguan Folk Custom Museum - Guangzhou
Banxi Restaurant (Local Flavor Lunch) - Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue
King - Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall - Shangxiajiu Road Pedestrian Street-
Guangzhou Restaurant (Local Flavor Dinner)
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3.Guangzhou Two-day Tour?????:
 Route 1
Day 1: The Sculpture of the Five Rams - Zhenhai Tower - The Western Han
Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King

Day 2: Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall - Chen Clan Academy- Temple of the Six
Banyan Trees - Panyu Baomo Garden

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Route 2

Day 1: Chen Clan Academy - The Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue
King - Shamian - Canton Tower - Ersha Island - Haixinsha Sports Park -
Huacheng Square- Pearl River Night Cruise

Day 2: Leave Guangzhou for Qingyuan, Guxiangli - Beijiang River (Enjoy
Beijiang river food) - Feixia Scenic Area - Hot Spring (Xinyinzhan or Meilin
Lake)
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Product Buying Methods

China Southern Airlines works with China's famous travel service companies to
design the perfect trip in Guangzhou for travelers with the 72-hour transit
visa exemption and invite them to savor Lingnan culture and experience
fantastic Guangzhou. For the travel routes, you can visit the website of
China Southern Airlines http://www.csair.com/en/ad/20110923/20110602_0.html
or call 95539 for order.

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Questions & Answers
72-hour Transit Visa Exemption Policy

Q: What are the requirements foreign nationals have to meet to apply for the
72-hour transit visa exemption at Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou?

A: (1) Citizens from the 45 countries and regions under the 72-hour Transit
Visa Exemption Program (the origins and destinations of travelers are not
limited to such 45 countries); (2) Foreign nationals with valid international
traveling documents and air ticket for a connecting flight with confirmed
date of flight and seat for a third country (region) leaving China at
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport within 72 hours; (3) The scope during
the visa exemption is limited to the administrative precincts of Guangdong
Province.

Q: What 45 countries are included?

A: (1) 24 countries in Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovak,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. (2) Seven additional European
countries: Russia, Great Britain, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania and
Ukraine. (3) Six American countries: United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico,
Argentina and Chile. (4) Two Oceanic countries: Australia and New Zealand and
(5) Six Asian countries: Republic of Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United
Arab Emirates and Qatar.

Q: Is the 72-hour limit in the "72-hour Transit Visa Exemption" calculated by
starting with the entry time?

A: No. The 72-hour limit is calculated by starting with zero hour next day of
the traveler's entry. For example, if a traveler enters China at Guangzhou
Baiyun International Airport on August 1, 2013, the visa exemption limit for
entry is calculated by starting with 00:00 on August 2, 2013. The traveler
can leave China before 23:59 on August 4, 2013.

Q: How can a foreign national that meets the requirements for the 72-hour
transit visa exemption apply for it?

A: A foreign national that meets the requirements may submit his/her request
to the airline company that carries him/her to Guangzhou, which shall make
the application to the border control authority of Guangzhou Baiyun
International Airport that shall grant a temporary entry of a passenger
meeting the requirements for transit visa exemption upon verification.
Additionally, a foreign national that does not apply for the 72-hour transit
visa exemption before entry may submit his/her application to the border
control authority before completion of the border control formalities after
arrival at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

Q: Can a traveler apply for the 72-hour transit visa exemption when no exit
air ticket is bought at the time of entry but he or she plans to purchase the
air ticket for a third country leaving within 72 hours after entry?

A: A foreign national applying for the 72-hour transit visa exemption must
hold an airline ticket for a connecting flight with confirmed date of flight
and seat for a third country (region) leaving China at Guangzhou Baiyun
International Airport, i.e., the exit air ticket is already in place before
entry. Therefore, this facilitation measure does not apply to a foreign
national that does not have a confirmed air ticket for a connecting flight
leaving within 72 hours.

Q: Does this measure apply to a foreign national coming to Guangzhou from a
certain country (region) with a confirmed air ticket for flying back to the
same country (region) where he or she comes from within 72 hours with
confirmed date of flight and seat?

A:  The 72-hour transit visa exemption measure is for a foreign national
passing through Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for a third country or
region. Therefore this measure does not apply to a passenger whose
destination country is the country where he or she comes from.

Q: Can a foreign national leave Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou for
another Chinese city after getting the 72-hour transit visa exemption?

A: He or she may leave for any city located within Guangdong Province but may
not  leave Guangdong Province.

Q: Can a passenger enter China at Baiyun International Airport Guangzhou and
then leave from the Guangzhou East Railway Station within the 72 hour period?

A: This measure is currently available at Baiyun International Airport
Guangzhou only, which means that the travelers who enjoy the 72-hour transit
visa exemption policy are only permitted to enter and leave China at Baiyun
International Airport Guangzhou.

Q: What should be done in case a foreign national who has the 72-hour transit
visa exemption cannot leave China within 72 hours due to some special reason
after entry?

A: In case of special need to stay in the administrative precincts of
Guangdong Province longer than 72 hours due to force majeure or of exceeding
the permitted scope of stay, a passenger should apply for the relevant visa
to the exit-entry administration department of the municipal public security
authorities of Guangdong or visit www.gdcrj.com for additional information.

Q: If I have more questions concerning the entry-exit border control
formalities, who may I contact?

A: You may call the 24-hour inquiry hotline of Baiyun Entry-Exit Border
Control Station at +86 20 3606-6950 or the 24-hour inquiry hotline of
Guangzhou General Station of Immigration Inspection at +86 20 3209-0088.
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