Japan Airlines and Aircalin start codeshare agreement

Japan Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with New Caledonia airline Aircalin.   The agreement will allow Japan Airlines to offer five weekly flights between Noumea (NOU) and Tokyo Narita (NRT), as well as two weekly flights between NOU and Osaka Kansai (KIX).   Aircalin will place its code on flights to major cities in Japan, such as Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya and Sapporo, which the airline says will provide greater options for customers. William Le Grand, chief commercial officer at Aircalin, said: “This codeshare agreement with Japan Airlines is a historic achievement for Aircalin. We are confident it will contribute