Air New Zealand (NZ, Auckland International) has signed a licensing agreement with China Airlines (CI, Taipei Taoyuan) for its Economy Skycouch seat. Under the terms of the agreement, the Taiwanese carrier will introduce the Skycouch to its fleet of new B777-300(ER)s from September this year. Designed in New Zealand, the Skycouch is a row of three economy seats that together create a flat flexible space to stretch out and relax in. It was developed as part of a three year innovation process to re-invent the long haul flying experience. Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Christopher Luxon says the Skycouch has been revolutionary for the airline. The deal was originally announced in November but confidentiality terms in the agreement prevented Air New Zealand from naming the carrier until now.