TAP Air Portugal appoints Aeroprime Group as its exclusive cargo general sales & service agent (GSSA) Pan-India, effective March 2026, marking a significant step in strengthening the airline’s cargo footprint across the Indian market.
The appointment aligns with TAP Air Portugal’s strategic focus on expanding cargo capacity utilisation and deepening engagement with India’s fast-growing trade and logistics ecosystem. Under this mandate, Aeroprime Group will manage TAP’s cargo sales, marketing, customer engagement, and operational coordination across India, leveraging its strong regional presence, technology-driven processes, and established relationships with freight forwarders and logistics partners.
As the national airline of Portugal, TAP Air Portugal connects key destinations across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. India represents a rapidly growing cargo market for pharmaceuticals, perishables, e-commerce, and other sectors. Strategically positioned as a gateway between Europe and the Americas, Portugal continues to gain importance in global air cargo flows. Rising demand from India to Europe and the Americas, including several key destinations exclusively served by TAP Air Portugal, makes this partnership a key enabler of seamless trade movements across the airline’s international network.
Commenting on the appointment, Bruno Aires, Global Cargo Senior Director, TAP Air Portugal, said, “India represents a high-potential market for our cargo business. Partnering with Aeroprime Group as our exclusive cargo GSSA Pan-India strengthens our local presence and enables us to better serve the evolving needs of the Indian cargo community while expanding our reach across key global markets.”
Headquartered in New Delhi, Aeroprime Group is a leading global aviation services provider with expertise across airline representation, cargo management, sales, marketing, and digital solutions. With operations spanning multiple countries and cities, the Group is well positioned to support TAP Air Portugal’s cargo growth ambitions while ensuring seamless service delivery to customers nationwide.
Abhishek Goyal, Executive Director & CEO, Aeroprime Group, said, “We are delighted to be appointed as the exclusive cargo GSSA for TAP Air Portugal in India. This partnership allows us to bring a focused, data-driven approach to cargo market development. With our strong Pan-India cargo sales network and commitment to service excellence, we look forward to strengthening TAP Air Portugal’s cargo presence and unlocking new opportunities for trade between India and its global destinations.”
With a modern fleet and comprehensive international network, TAP Air Portugal continues to enhance its cargo proposition by supporting time-sensitive and high-value shipments, reinforcing trade connectivity between India, Europe, and beyond.
