Continental Airlines and United Airlines have signed an agreement to cooperate extensively and link their worldwide networks. Continental Airlines will also be joining the Star Alliance

“Continental’s plan to partner with United and join the Star Alliance will provide substantial new opportunities for all of our customers,” said Larry Kellner, chairman and CEO of Continental. “In a network business, there is significant value gained from linking with larger networks to provide truly national coverage and expanded global reach, and exploring new ways to reduce costs and improve efficiencies. As we experience some of the most challenging conditions airlines have ever faced, we look forward to the benefits of a new relationship with United and the other Star Alliance members.”

The two companies are exploring how this agreement could help the two effectively achieve joint frequent flier programs, lounges, facility utilization, information technology and procurement. Additionally the two companies plan to work on creating effective competition strategies in the increasingly global travel market. 

In another planned trans-Atlantic joint venture Continental, United, Lufthansa and Air Canada will pool revenue, and cooperate to create a more efficient and comprehensive trans-Atlantic network for the carriers’ customers. Joint ventures are also being planned for Latin America and the Asian Pacific regions with members of the Star Alliance. 

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