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SpiceJet has planned to ramp up its cargo business and introduce door-to-door delivery service for its corporate customers from March.
As fares decline, the airline is looking at various means to improve its topline and cargo business. “Cargo and logistics is a growing business for us. Earlier, we used to outsource the business but, now we are handling it ourselves. We have tied up with courier firms and hiring extra staff for door-to-door cargo delivery. Initially, the service will be only for corporate clients but later we might extend it for retail customers as well,” said Managing Director Ajay Singh.
As fares decline, the airline is looking at various means to improve its topline and cargo business. “Cargo and logistics is a growing business for us. Earlier, we used to outsource the business but, now we are handling it ourselves. We have tied up with courier firms and hiring extra staff for door-to-door cargo delivery. Initially, the service will be only for corporate clients but later we might extend it for retail customers as well,” said Managing Director Ajay Singh.
SpiceJet posted fourth consecutive profitable result with Rs 232 crore profit in Q3.
The airline is in discussions with aircraft manufacturers and is looking to add 100-150 narrow body and turboprop aircraft. Singh expects to finalise the order this year.
The airline is in discussions with aircraft manufacturers and is looking to add 100-150 narrow body and turboprop aircraft. Singh expects to finalise the order this year.
The airline currently has 43 aircraft which includes a mix of Boeing 737, Airbus A-320 and Bombardier Q-400 aircraft.
"We plan to add ten aircraft this aircraft this year on dry lease and these will be both replacements for seven wet lease aircraft and new additions," Singh said. He added there are several untapped routes and markets which have potential for growth. "I do not see significant revenue challenges but airlines will need to think beyond Mumbai and Delhi," he said.
