Hong Kong Cathay Pacific Airways and its sister airline Dragonair launched a joint Chinese mainlandreservation hotline 40088 86628 from Friday, a press release said on Saturday.

According to the press release from Hong Kong Cathay Pacific Airways, the hotline provides a more convenient service to passengers of the two airlines.

The hotline operates from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and handles flight reservations and information inquiries from passengers in the Chinese mainland.

"The hotline provides more convenience to our passengers, allowing them to plan their trips more efficiently. Booking tickets for both airlines is now more personalized, with services available via the phone or the Internet," said Patrick Yeung, General Manager China of Cathay Pacific and Dragonair.

(Xinhua News Agency July 6, 2008)