‘Airline operators to expand fleet to boost cargo capacity’

“Leading airline operators are readying for fleet expansions to enhance both pax connectivity and cargo capacity,” says Pradeep Panicker, CEO, GMR Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL). “A significant step for advancing these goals is the upgrade of logistics infrastructure, distribution centers, and freight corridors, coupled with investments in research and development for pioneering solutions. It is crucial to adopt state-of-the-art technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Automation, and the Internet of Things to maximize operational efficiency in India’s dynamic cargo industry,” he adds.