February 25, 2008	Monday	Safar 17, 1429

SIALKOT, Feb 24: After completing a unique mega project of Sialkot International Airport Limited (SIAL) on a self-help basis, the business community has announced establishment of its own airline for providing cheaper and advanced travelling facilities on domestic and international routes.

This was said by SIAL chairman Babar Iqbal while talking to newsmen here on Sunday.

SIAL chief executive Azeem Zafar, outgoing CE Khawar Anwar Khwaja and general-manager Nawaz Ahmad Chaudhry were also present on the occasion.

Mr Iqbal said the airport management had also developed contacts with international aviation companies and aircraft manufacturers.

The SIAL chairman said initial paper work had been completed for the airline while total expenditure was also being estimated.

He said the airline would be set up under the joint supervision of SIAL and the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI).