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11-03-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
SolitAir appoints GAC India as Cargo Sales Agent for India - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai, UAE, March , 2025: SolitAir , a Dubai-based air cargo carrier addressing middle-mile logistics demands, has appointed GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited as its cargo sales agent (CSA) in India. GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited is part of the GAC Group, a global provider of shipping, logistics and marine services with more than 300 offices in over 50 countries worldwide. As SolitAir's cargo sales agent, GAC will draw on its deep local market knowledge and extensive network of 28 full-fledged offices nationwide to provide comprehensive sales and marketing services to promote SolitAir's cargo services in the Indian market. This strategic appointment reflects SolitAir's commitment to expanding its presence and providing comprehensive air cargo solutions in key international markets within the Global South. Hamdi Osman, SolitAir's founder and CEO , said: 'Our partnership with GAC India marks a significant milestone in SolitAir's growth strategy. India's dynamic and rapidly expanding cargo market presents immense opportunities and GAC's extensive experience, strong presence and commitment to excellence will be instrumental in strengthening our operations in this crucial market. We are confident that this collaboration will enable us to better serve our customers and capitalize on the growing trade between India and the UAE, particularly after the recent Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).' Ravi Ramachandran, Managing Director – GAC India, added: 'We are excited to welcome SolitAir to India with a big Namaste ! 'We look forward to representing the airline and promoting its services as their cargo sales agent. To do so, we shall work with the SolitAir team to develop and implement a bespoke marketing and sales strategy to penetrate key markets and win customers. Backed by a dedicated team of over 400 professionals, we are committed to offering the same high level of service that GAC is renowned for worldwide. We're confident this partnership will drive growth for both SolitAir and our customers in India.' SolitAir currently operates two narrow-body Boeing 737-800 freighters, each with a 23-tonne capacity. A third freighter will join the fleet next month, supporting the company's expansion plans into India, Bangladesh, key markets in Africa, the Stan countries, and other Middle Eastern hubs. The airline aims to connect over 50 cities within the Global South, within a six-hour flying radius from its Dubai World Central (DWC) headquarters. By the end of 2025, SolitAir plans to add four more aircraft to its fleet and aims for a total of 20 aircraft by 2027. This expansion is well-aligned with the projected increase in trade between India and the UAE, which is expected to exceed $100 billion by 2030. SolitAir's strategic location and cutting-edge infrastructure ensure timely delivery of goods within 12 to 24 hours, meeting the speed-to-market needs of freight forwarders, integrator airlines and SMEs, while handling time-sensitive and complex freight requirements. Operating from a state-of-the-art 22,000 square metre facility at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South, SolitAir is equipped to handle a wide range of cargo, including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, dangerous goods, vulnerable goods, oversized cargo, and high-value shipments. About SolitAir: Dubai World Central (DWC)-headquartered SolitAir is the UAE's only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, catering to the bespoke transportation needs of freight forwarders, integrator airlines, SMEs, and e-commerce businesses. Thanks to its agile, customer-centric, and technologically advanced B2B, middle mile business model, SolitAir ensures the swift, efficient, and reliable airport-to-airport movement of goods and products. As a complementary partner to the global supply chain ecosystem, SolitAir bridges critical connections and delivers tailored speed-to-market solutions. SolitAir operates a growing fleet of modern narrow-bodied Boeing 737-800 aircraft connecting Dubai World Central (Al Maktoum International Airport) to high yield Global South markets across the Middle East, Africa, the Sub-Continent and Central Asia while adhering to stringent global, regional and local regulations. With a commitment to reliability, speed, flexibility and efficiency, SolitAir ensures seamless deliveries of Dangerous Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables (including Meat, chicken and fish, and Frozen Goods Valuable Goods, Vulnerable Goods, Oversized Freight and e-commerce. SolitAir was founded by Hamdi Osman in 2024 who currently serves as CEO. Hamdi is the former Senior Vice President of FedEX Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa. About 'GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited' GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited is part of the GAC Group, a global provider of integrated shipping, logistics and marine services.
Zawya
11-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
SolitAir appoints GAC India as cargo sales agent for India
Dubai, UAE: SolitAir, a Dubai-based air cargo carrier addressing middle-mile logistics demands, has appointed GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited as its cargo sales agent (CSA) in India. GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited is part of the GAC Group, a global provider of shipping, logistics and marine services with more than 300 offices in over 50 countries worldwide. As SolitAir's cargo sales agent, GAC will draw on its deep local market knowledge and extensive network of 28 full-fledged offices nationwide to provide comprehensive sales and marketing services to promote SolitAir's cargo services in the Indian market. This strategic appointment reflects SolitAir's commitment to expanding its presence and providing comprehensive air cargo solutions in key international markets within the Global South. Hamdi Osman, SolitAir's founder and CEO, said: 'Our partnership with GAC India marks a significant milestone in SolitAir's growth strategy. India's dynamic and rapidly expanding cargo market presents immense opportunities and GAC's extensive experience, strong presence and commitment to excellence will be instrumental in strengthening our operations in this crucial market. We are confident that this collaboration will enable us to better serve our customers and capitalize on the growing trade between India and the UAE, particularly after the recent Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).' Ravi Ramachandran, Managing Director - GAC India, added: 'We are excited to welcome SolitAir to India with a big Namaste! 'We look forward to representing the airline and promoting its services as their cargo sales agent. To do so, we shall work with the SolitAir team to develop and implement a bespoke marketing and sales strategy to penetrate key markets and win customers. Backed by a dedicated team of over 400 professionals, we are committed to offering the same high level of service that GAC is renowned for worldwide. We're confident this partnership will drive growth for both SolitAir and our customers in India.' SolitAir currently operates two narrow-body Boeing 737-800 freighters, each with a 23-tonne capacity. A third freighter will join the fleet next month, supporting the company's expansion plans into India, Bangladesh, key markets in Africa, the Stan countries, and other Middle Eastern hubs. The airline aims to connect over 50 cities within the Global South, within a six-hour flying radius from its Dubai World Central (DWC) headquarters. By the end of 2025, SolitAir plans to add four more aircraft to its fleet and aims for a total of 20 aircraft by 2027. This expansion is well-aligned with the projected increase in trade between India and the UAE, which is expected to exceed $100 billion by 2030. SolitAir's strategic location and cutting-edge infrastructure ensure timely delivery of goods within 12 to 24 hours, meeting the speed-to-market needs of freight forwarders, integrator airlines and SMEs, while handling time-sensitive and complex freight requirements. Operating from a state-of-the-art 22,000 square metre facility at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South, SolitAir is equipped to handle a wide range of cargo, including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, dangerous goods, vulnerable goods, oversized cargo, and high-value shipments. For more information on SolitAir, please visit the website. -Ends- About SolitAir Dubai World Central (DWC)-headquartered SolitAir is the UAE's only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, catering to the bespoke transportation needs of freight forwarders, integrator airlines, SMEs, and e-commerce businesses. Thanks to its agile, customer-centric, and technologically advanced B2B, middle mile business model, SolitAir ensures the swift, efficient, and reliable airport-to-airport movement of goods and products. As a complementary partner to the global supply chain ecosystem, SolitAir bridges critical connections and delivers tailored speed-to-market solutions. SolitAir operates a growing fleet of modern narrow-bodied Boeing 737-800 aircraft connecting Dubai World Central (Al Maktoum International Airport) to high yield Global South markets across the Middle East, Africa, the Sub-Continent and Central Asia while adhering to stringent global, regional and local regulations. With a commitment to reliability, speed, flexibility and efficiency, SolitAir ensures seamless deliveries of Dangerous Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables (including Meat, chicken and fish, and Frozen Goods Valuable Goods, Vulnerable Goods, Oversized Freight and e-commerce. SolitAir was founded by Hamdi Osman in 2024 who currently serves as CEO. Hamdi is the former Senior Vice President of FedEX Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa. About 'GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited' GAC Shipping (India) Private Limited is part of the GAC Group, a global provider of integrated shipping, logistics and marine services. Emphasising world-class performance, a long-term approach, innovation, ethics and a strong human touch, GAC delivers a flexible and value-adding portfolio to help customers achieve their strategic goals. Established since 1956, the privately-owned group employs over 7,500 people in more than 300 offices worldwide. Learn how GAC can help your business around the world at Subscribe to HOT PORT NEWS for daily email updates on ports around the world. Follow GAC Group on social media: Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram For further information, please contact: Lejo Johnny Leidar Email:
Zawya
04-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
SolitAir selects TrustFlight's Centrik 5 to revolutionize air cargo operations in the UAE
RELATED TOPICS AVIATION RELATED COMPANIES Solitair Unisex FedEx TrustFlight Ltd. TrustFlight Ltd. Commitment to sustainability, reducing waste and improving efficiency through cutting-edge technology and a fully digital framework. Strategic adoption of Centrik 5, enabling seamless regulatory compliance, safety management, and data privacy for its expanding network. Dubai, UAE: TrustFlight Ltd. (TrustFlight), a global leader in aviation digitization, is proud to announce that SolitAir, the UAE's only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, has selected TrustFlight's Safety, Quality, and Risk Management platform, Centrik 5 to enhance operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and streamline processes across its growing fleet of Boeing 737-800 Freighters. With its agile, customer-centric, and technologically advanced B2B business model, SolitAir is set to transform air cargo logistics by addressing middle-mile challenges for freight forwarders, integrator airlines, and e-commerce platforms across Middle East, Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, and Central Asia. The cargo carrier connects Dubai with key trade hubs across the Global South through a robust network of express daily scheduled services with the aim to cover 50 cities within a six-hour radius of the UAE, ensuring that businesses of all sizes and types seamlessly access their end customers. By integrating TrustFlight's cutting-edge Centrik 5 solution, SolitAir aims to enhance service reliability, optimize operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth while maintaining its commitment to excellence. 'To build a resilient and future-ready cargo airline, we recognize the importance of digital transformation from day one,' said Hamdi Osman, founder and chief executive of SolitAir. 'TrustFlight's Centrik 5 offers the robust digital infrastructure we need to centralize our documentation, enhance safety and compliance, and efficiently manage our multi-hub operations while maintaining strict data privacy between them.' By integrating Centrik 5's core modules—including Safety, Compliance (Quality), Risk Management, Workflows, and Regulations—SolitAir is establishing itself as a digital-first leader in efficiency, compliance, and operational oversight in the air cargo industry. From inception, SolitAir has prioritized a fully digital framework to minimize administrative complexity, enhance regulatory alignment, and ensure superior operational performance without reliance on traditional paper-based processes. 'We are excited to partner with SolitAir as they embark on their mission to redefine cargo logistics in the AMEISC region,' said Karl Steeves, CEO, TrustFlight. 'This collaboration highlights TrustFlight's commitment to empowering aviation stakeholders with innovative digital solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.' Starting with its Boeing 737-800 Freighter aircrafts, SolitAir is leveraging advanced technology to set a strong foundation for its operations and remain at the forefront of industry advancements. To learn more about TrustFlight's ecosystem of digital solutions and services, please visit About TrustFlight Ltd. TrustFlight is a digital technology innovator that specialises in the aerospace and aviation domain. The company's best-in-class solutions and services provide an added layer of safety, efficiency, and insight to everyone involved in the operation and maintenance of aircraft. With over 200,000 active users, TrustFlight's industry-leading suite of solutions include an Electronic Logbook (ELB), Safety and Quality Management System (SMS/QMS), Reliability Analytics software, the innovative MEL Manager, and aviation Technical Services for continuing airworthiness. Originally founded by two commercial pilots, TrustFlight has grown to become a global firm supporting a wide variety of airlines, airports, regulators, maintenance providers, and business aviation operators around the world. To learn more, visit and follow @TrustFlight on LinkedIn and X. About SolitAir Dubai World Central (DWC)-headquartered SolitAir is the UAE's only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, catering to the bespoke transportation needs of freight forwarders, integrator airlines, SMEs, and e-commerce businesses. Thanks to its agile, customer-centric, and technologically advanced B2B, middle mile business model, SolitAir ensures the swift, efficient, and reliable airport-to-airport movement of goods and products. As a complementary partner to the global supply chain ecosystem, SolitAir bridges critical connections and delivers tailored speed-to-market solutions. SolitAir operates a growing fleet of modern narrow-bodied Boeing 737-800 aircraft connecting Dubai World Central (Al Maktoum International Airport) to high yield Global South markets across the Middle East, Africa, the Sub-Continent and Central Asia while adhering to stringent global, regional and local regulations. With a commitment to reliability, speed, flexibility and efficiency, SolitAir ensures seamless deliveries of Dangerous Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables (including Meat, chicken and fish, and Frozen Goods), Valuable Goods, Vulnerable Goods, Oversized Freight and e-commerce. SolitAir was founded by Hamdi Osman in 2024 who currently serves as CEO. Hamdi is the former Senior Vice President of FedEX Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa. For further information on SolitAir, please contact: Nabil Moufarrej Chief Marketing Officer, SolitAir E: nmoufarrej@ Lejo Johnny Leidar Email:
Zawya
25-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
SolitAir selects Aero inspection as CAMO service provider
Dubai, UAE: SolitAir, the UAE's only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, has selected Aero Inspection as the Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) service provider. The contract was finalised during MRO Middle East and signed at SolitAir's new state-of-the-art facility at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai. Under the agreement, SolitAir will subcontract CAMO activities to the Aero Inspection Part CAMO team. Hamdi Osman, Founder and Chief Executive of SolitAir, said, 'Having a trusted CAMO partner like Aero Inspection is crucial to our success as we continue to revolutionize air cargo logistics in the Global South. Their expertise in airworthiness management aligns perfectly with SolitAir's commitment to operational excellence and safety. This collaboration will enhance our ability to maintain our fleet to the highest standards, ensuring reliable and efficient cargo services across our expanding network.' Liam Bagnell, Founder of Aero Inspection, added, 'Aero Inspection is delighted to be working with such an innovative airline as SolitAir. Having the teams of SolitAir working together with our Aero Inspection team is a perfect match. I can see this being a very long and productive partnership.' With its agile, customer-centric and technologically advanced B2B business model, SolitAir is set to transform air cargo logistics by addressing middle-mile challenges for freight forwarders, integrator airlines, and e-commerce platforms across Middle East, Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, and Central Asia. The cargo carrier connects Dubai with key trade hubs across the Global South through a robust network of express daily scheduled services with the aim to cover 50 cities within a six-hour radius of the UAE, ensuring that businesses of all sizes and types seamlessly access their end customers. The cargo airline currently operates two Boeing 737-800 freighter aircraft with a third joining the fleet later this month. Aero Inspection is a provider of technical consultancy services to aircraft operators and lessors. The company has in-house EASA Part CAMO, EASA, FAA & UK CAA Part 145, EASA 21J DOA, and EASA Part 21G POA. Aero Inspection was founded in Shannon, Ireland, in 2004 and now has offices in Dubai and Singapore.
