Virgin Atlantic is delighted to announce that it is the first airline to launch desktop alerts � a unique method of receiving the latest information from the airline direct to the customer�s desktop.

The brand new Virgin Atlantic Alerts service allows people to quickly and simply download and deliver the latest Virgin Atlantic news and special offers straight to the customer�s desktop on a complimentary basis. Anyone wishing to take advantage of this service can sign up anonymously without having to complete forms or provide any personal details.

Kathryn Viney, Direct Marketing and Promotions Manager for Virgin Atlantic, commented:

�We are delighted to offer this service to anyone who would like to be kept updated with the latest news and offers from Virgin Atlantic. The service is quick and easy to download and allows users to be amongst the first to receive special fare offers and product and service updates, direct to their desktop.�

To download Virgin Atlantic Alerts, please visit www.virginatlantic.com

For further information please contact the Virgin Atlantic Press Office on 01293 747373 or log onto www.virginatlantic.com

Notes to Editors: The service can be uninstalled at any time with the click of a button. Virgin Atlantic Alerts do not carry viruses, adware or spyware and they will not affect the performance of the users PC.