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Airlines need fair returns as airport investments and charges drive up costs: Indigo CEO

Airlines need fair returns as airport investments and charges drive up costs: Indigo CEO

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Air India is shifting a larger share of its Europe‑ and America‑bound services to Mumbai because of ongoing airspace restrictions over Pakistan, said CEO and Managing Director Tewolde Gebremariam on Tuesday. The airline aims to rebalance its international operations amid the operational hurdles caused by the Pakistan airspace ban.

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  • center · 1 outlet

    India should have three national carriers to support its growing aviation market and strengthen its position in international air travel, Adani Airports CEO Arun Bansal said, stressing the need to build globally competitive domestic airlines before opening up the sector to greater international…

    — The Tribune

  • right · 2 outlets

    Adani Airports CEO Arun Bansal emphasized the need for three national carriers to cater to India's aviation demands. He stated that strengthening domestic airlines is crucial before embracing more international competition. Passenger traffic is expected to rise, requiring robust airline ecosystems…

    — The Economic Times

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Willie Walsh calls for scrutiny of airport investments and warns of persistent jet fuel cost pressures

Coverage arrived over 14 hours — first from The Economic Times, latest from The Times of India.

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BusinessLine Center-Right The Hindu Group (Kasturi & Sons) Current article

Airlines need fair returns as airport investments and charges drive up costs: Indigo CEO

Willie Walsh calls for scrutiny of airport investments and warns of persistent jet fuel cost pressures

The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co.

Air India CEO targets lower costs, higher passenger yields to steer airline towards profitability

Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said the airline is working to reduce operating costs and improve passenger yields as it pursues a financial turnaround. The plan includes bringing unit costs in line with industry levels, restructuring its Delhi network, expanding international flights from Mumbai…

The New Indian Express Center Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd.

Air India may shift Europe, US operations to Mumbai amid Pakistan airspace closure

NEW DELHI: Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said the airline was considering rebalancing its hubs and restructuring its international operations to mitigate the impact of Pakistan's airspace closure. “We have a unique problem with the closure of Pakistani airspace. It is affecting us, but our…

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