UK airlines deny Air Asia tie-up

UK airlines Easyjet and Virgin have denied reports that they are to join forces with Malaysia's Air Asia in a global low-cost tie-up.
It followed widespread speculation that the trio planned to launch no-frills flights between the UK and Asia.
The rumours were triggered by Air Asia saying it planned to make a "huge announcement" on Friday.Air Asia chief Tony Fernandes has previously spoken of the huge potential for a budget long-haul airline.
Media reports now suggest that Air Asia could be preparing to announce a tie-up with an airline closer to home - such as Flyasian Xpress - but still for budget flights.
Easyjet spokesman Toby Nicol firmly denied the speculation, saying: "We are not joining any alliance."
Virgin Atlantic spokesman Paul Charles added: "It's nothing to do with us. Air Asia clearly have their own plans and it is up to them to announce them."
03/01/07 BBC News, UK

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