TAP Air Portugal Appoints Aeroprime Group as Exclusive Cargo GSSA Pan-India

TAP Air Portugal has appointed Aeroprime Group as its Exclusive Cargo General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA) Pan-India, marking a significant step in strengthening the airline’s cargo footprint across the Indian market, effective March 2026.

TAP Air Portugal & Aeroprime Group Partnership
- Effective date: March 2026
- Scope: Aeroprime Group appointed as Exclusive Cargo GSSA Pan-India.
- Responsibilities: Cargo sales, marketing, customer engagement, and operational coordination across India.

Strategic aim:
- Expand TAP’s cargo capacity utilization.
- Strengthen engagement with India’s fast-growing trade and logistics ecosystem.
- Enhance connectivity between India, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Market Context
- India’s cargo strengths: Pharmaceuticals, perishables, e-commerce.
- Portugal’s role: Gateway between Europe and the Americas, vital in global air cargo flows.
- Demand trends: Rising cargo demand from India to Europe and the Americas, with TAP serving several exclusive destinations.

Leadership Voices
- Bruno Aires (TAP Global Cargo Senior Director): India is a high-potential market; partnership strengthens TAP’s local presence and global reach.
- Abhishek Goyal (Aeroprime CEO): Partnership brings a data-driven approach to market development, leveraging Aeroprime’s pan-India network.

Company Profiles
TAP Air Portugal:
- National airline of Portugal, Star Alliance member since 2005.
- Hub in Lisbon, strong Europe–Brazil connectivity.
- Modern Airbus NEO fleet, sustainability focus.
- Ranked among the world’s 20 safest airlines in 2026.

Aeroprime Group:
- Headquartered in New Delhi, presence in 20+ cities across 5+ countries.
- Expertise in GSA/GSSA, cargo digitalization, regulatory support, flight handling, and marketing.
- Multi-awarded aviation services provider.

This partnership is a strategic bridge: TAP gains deeper access to India’s booming cargo market, while Aeroprime strengthens its portfolio with a major European carrier.