Carrier calls for end to fuel supply monopoly

China Eastern Airlines, one of the country's top three carriers, has demanded an end to the fuel supply monopoly held by China Aviation Oil Holding Company (CAOHC) in the domestic market, which has depressed its profits, state media said. Airlines spent more than US$409 million on fuel in the first half of the year, up 44% from a year ago. According to previous state media reports, the central government is considering reforms to the fuel-supply system.