Air India group said that the sales teams of Air India and Air India Express have integrated to ensure greater business efficiency and improved engagement with the travel trade community. With this step, the two airlines will now have a unified sales team representing the Air India Group across domestic and international markets.
The integrated team would be led by Manish Puri who has been elevated as Head of Global Sales. He will oversee the consolidated sales function, strengthening partnerships with trade stakeholders and ensuring seamless representation of both carriers under a single framework with mutual benefits.
“The integration of Air India and Air India Express sales teams marks a significant development in our journey to simplify operations and deliver greater value to our partners. With the unified approach it will be seamless for our trade partners to have a single point of contact for Air India group. Our focus will be on deepening relationships with our partners across all markets and expanding our reach with unmatched efficiency,” said Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India.
This integration underscores Air India group’s commitment to building a stronger, more agile commercial organisation. By aligning resources and consolidating efforts, the Group aims to offer a consistent and unified experience, reinforcing its position as India’s leading airline network.
