Air India SATS Airport Services Ltd (AISATS) made an announcement on Wednesday regarding the initiation of domestic cargo handling services at Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi. This move comes as AISATS assumes the role of the official Operator and Management (O&M) service provider for the airport. AISATS pledges to deliver top-tier domestic cargo handling services aimed at propelling Ranchi Airport’s cargo throughput to new heights of service excellence. The company emphasizes its commitment to ensuring efficient and seamless solutions for airlines’ cargo handling, processing, and warehousing needs.
Joint Venture and Expertise
AISATS, a 50:50 joint venture between Tata group entity Air India Limited and SATS Limited, positions itself as a leading gateway services and food solutions provider in Asia. Leveraging its expertise in air cargo handling and logistics, AISATS aims to enhance Ranchi Airport’s infrastructure to facilitate faster freight movements and improve air cargo connectivity for Jharkhand state.
Commitment to Quality and Innovation
Sanjay Gupta, CEO of AISATS, expresses the company’s dedication to making Ranchi a focal point for the region’s air cargo requirements. He highlights AISATS’s partnership with AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company (AAICLAS) and underscores the significant role Ranchi Airport will play in India’s cargo transportation landscape.
Growth Prospects and Future Endeavors
Gupta points out the rapid growth of India’s express delivery sector and forecasts a significant expansion in the Indian air freight market. AISATS is expanding its operations to key regional locations to meet the rising demand in the express delivery sector. Additionally, the company is on track to establish India’s first Multi-Modal Cargo Hub (MMCH) at the upcoming Noida International Airport and is developing a Cargo Logistics Park at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru.
Vision and Initiatives
AISATS was established with a vision to provide world-class airport services in ground and cargo handling, surpassing customers’ expectations. The company’s commitment to introducing innovative and tech-driven cargo solutions aligns with the Indian Government’s initiative to upgrade airports and attract more airlines to India.
In summary, AISATS’s expansion of domestic cargo handling services at Ranchi Airport signifies its dedication to enhancing air cargo infrastructure and contributing to India’s growing express delivery sector.
(With PTI Inputs)