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TACV-Cabo Verde Airlines to Become ARC-Participating Carrier

Arlington, VA - September 1, 2005 - TACV-Cabo Verde Airlines (696/VR) will join ARC as a participating carrier, effective with sales starting Monday, September 5, 2005, giving 22,000 ARC-accredited travel agency and corporate travel department locations the ability to settle VR transactions through ARC's trusted settlement system.

TACV-Cabo Verde Airlines is the flag carrier of the Cape Verde Islands. From their hub in Sal, Cape Verde, they offer twice-weekly service to Boston Logan Airport using B757 aircraft. They also operate service to several European destinations.

As TACV-Cabo Verde Airlines has elected the General Concurrence method of agent appointment, all ARC-accredited agencies are automatically appointed as agents of the carrier. At this time, the carrier accepts cash as the only form of payment.

For inquiries, reservations, or sales information, contact the following:

TACV-Cabo Verde Airlines
1250 Hancock Street
Suite 105N
Quincy, MA 02169
Phone: (866) 359-8228
www.tacv.cv

About ARC - ARC is a technology solutions company providing transaction settlement and data information services.

Airlines, travel agencies, corporate travel departments, railroads, and other travel suppliers process up to $80 billion annually through ARC's world-class settlement system, making it the financial backbone of travel distribution. ARC COMPASS®, the leading, trusted source for travel transaction information, powers data and analytical tools that help ARC customers make confident business decisions. For more information, please visit www.arccorp.com.