MICHAEL PREMO JOINS ARC EXECUTIVE TEAM

Arlington, VA June 26, 2006 - Michael Premo has joined ARC’s executive team as Vice President of Sales & Customer Relations. Mr. Premo will manage relationships with all of the ARC customer groups, including travel agents, corporate travel departments, carriers, and third parties using his wealth of industry experience. In addition, Premo takes over responsibility for growing ARC’s sales program in support of the company’s broad range of products and services.

“I am very pleased to see Michael Premo take on this leadership position at ARC” said David R.B. Collins, President and CEO of ARC, adding that “Mike’s extensive industry experience fits well with ARC’s exciting new directions with innovative products and services.”

Mr. Premo brings a wealth of experience to ARC. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice-President, Global Network for TQ3 Travel Solutions as well as holding senior executive positions at Navigant International, TQ3’s parent company. No stranger to Northern Virginia, Premo spent a dozen years with SatoTravel where from 1990-1999 he served as President and CEO. A native of Minnesota, Premo began his industry career with Northwest Airlines followed by Gelco Travel. Consistent throughout Michael Premo's three decades of industry experience is his focus on customer service and relationship management – expertise that he expects to apply to bring ARC customer and product focus to another level.

About ARC
ARC is the premier provider of financial settlement solutions and data and analytical services for the travel industry. Airlines, travel agencies, corporate travel departments, railroads, and other travel suppliers process more than $70 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. ARC is an airline-owned company that builds on values of integrity, teamwork, innovation, cost-effectiveness, and excellence. For more information, please visit http://www.arccorp.com.