‘Prioritise air cargo in Free Trade Agreement, improve customs processes & collaboration’

Sharmila H Amin, MD South Asia India, Bertling Logistics says, “India’s air cargo industry has set an ambitious target of handling 10 million tons of air cargo per year by 2030. Currently moving 3.5 million tons, the sector aims to achieve this growth through strong fundamentals, including e-commerce expansion and cross-border trade. To meet the target, improved customs processes and collaboration across the air cargo supply chain are crucial. The government’s support in facilitating efficient logistics infrastructure, prioritizing air cargo in Free Trade Agreements, and allowing flights to any Indian airport will further boost the industry’s growth. Additionally, investments in advanced technologies and increased capacity by Indian airlines contribute to the sector’s optimism.”