Riyadh Air has announced the appointment of Bird Travels as its exclusive distribution and sales representative in India, marking a significant step in its expansion strategy.
Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, is currently heading a delegation to India to engage in high-level discussions aimed at forging strategic alliances in this vital market.
Leveraging its vast network and deep expertise in India’s travel sector, Bird Travels will be instrumental in strengthening Riyadh Air’s presence, boosting brand recognition, and driving demand for the airline’s services across the country.
Gaurav Bhatia, Executive Director of Bird Group, said, “We are honored to be Riyadh
Air’s exclusive distribution and sales partner in India. We are confident that Indian
travelers will embrace Riyadh Air’s innovative services and exceptional onboard
experience.”
Set to commence operations later this year, Riyadh Air is gearing up to transform connectivity between Saudi Arabia and India, fostering substantial growth opportunities. With projections indicating India will emerge as Saudi Arabia’s leading tourism source market by 2030, the airline is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening travel ties between the two nations.
Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, said, “India has long been a crucial part of Riyadh
Air’s network planning ahead of our operations launch. India is a beautiful nation which
will play a big part in the success story of our airline, as travel and business
opportunities multiply with the expanded offerings we are set to provide.
Beyond connecting people, fostering economic growth, and enhancing and diversifying the
Saudi Arabian and Indian tourism sectors, Riyadh Air’s network will help develop even stronger
bonds between the two great countries.
As the world’s first digital native airline, we are dedicated to partnering with entities across a
variety of aviation stakeholders in India to create a sustainable, prosperous and mutually
beneficial relationship that delivers exceptional travel experiences.”
The Saudi Tourism Authority is set to attract 7.5 million Indian visitors annually by the end of the decade. Data reveals that Indian travel to Saudi Arabia surged by 50% in 2023, surpassing 1.5 million, following several targeted initiatives.
The relationship between Saudi Arabia and India is rooted in long-standing economic and cultural ties, dating back centuries. Diplomatic relations between the two nations were formalized in 1947.
Riyadh Air, a pivotal component of Saudi Arabia’s National Transport and Logistics Strategy, is also central to realizing Vision 2030. It plays an instrumental role in the country’s broader economic diversification and job creation objectives. By 2030, Riyadh Air plans to operate flights to over 100 destinations, boosting Saudi Arabia’s non-oil GDP by $20 billion, while creating more than 200,000 jobs both locally and globally.
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