GURUGRAM :
Air India, India’s leading global airline, today announced the appointment of
The Aviation Management Limited (a TAM Group Company) as its General Sales
Agent (GSA) for passenger sales in Mainland China.
Effective
1 December 2025, The Aviation Management Limited will facilitate reservations
& ticketing, marketing initiatives, and provide comprehensive passenger
sales services across mainland China on behalf of Air India. The appointment
strengthens Air India’s presence across the China market and enables seamless
access for travel agents and customers to the airline’s global network.
“We are
happy to extend our partnership with the TAM Group into mainland China, which
will help us to tap into opportunities in one of the world’s most important
travel markets. Their strong market knowledge and established distribution
capabilities will support our growth plans, deepen customer outreach, and help
us serve our customers and trade partners with greater convenience and
confidence,” said
Manish Puri, Head of Global Sales, Air India.
Air India
recently announced the resumption of non-stop flights between Delhi and
Shanghai (PVG) from 1 February 2026, after nearly six years. The airline also
intends to begin non-stop flights from Mumbai to Shanghai in 2026 (subject to
approvals). The restored air link would boost exchanges in pharmaceuticals,
technology, education and several other sectors of cooperation between the two
countries.
Air India’s growing fleet and transforming onboard experience, combined with TAM Group’s strong market expertise, will provide a seamless and elevated travel experience for passengers. Air India operates non-stop flights between India and several destinations in Asia, offering convenient one-stop connections to major points across Europe, the United States, and Canada via its hubs in Delhi and Mumbai