This strategic appointment reflects SolitAir’s commitment to expanding its presence
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.
Milestone
“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 experience, strong presence and commitment to excellence will be instrumental in strengthening our operations in this crucial market,” commented Hamdi Osman, SolitAir’s founder and CEO.
“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 are confident this partnership will drive growth for both SolitAir and our customers in India,” stated Ravi Ramachandran, Managing Director-GAC 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, CIS, and other Middle Eastern hubs.
Fleet expansion
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 US$ 100bn by 2030.
SolitAir’s strategic location and 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 managing time-sensitive and complex freight requirements.
Operating from a state-of-the-art 22,000sqm facility at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South, SolitAir is equipped to oversee a wide range of cargo, including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, dangerous goods, vulnerable goods, oversized cargo, and high-value shipments, a press communique concluded.
