Interglobe Air Transport Limited (IGAT) has been appointed as the exclusive general sales agent for Oman Air across India, strengthening Oman Air’s presence in one of its key markets.
This strategic collaboration, announced on 23 December 2024, underscores Oman Air’s commitment to strengthening its operations in India, a region vital to its network. Oman Air currently operates more than 90 weekly flights from its hub in Muscat to 10 cities in India, including major hubs such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
The agreement assigns InterGlobe Air Transport comprehensive responsibilities, including passenger aviation management, sales and marketing, reservations and ticketing, and call center operations.
For his part, Sunil Viya, ISC Regional Vice President, Commercial Sales, Oman Air, emphasized the importance of this partnership, saying: “India is a key market for Oman Air, and we are excited to strengthen our presence and enhance our offering to Indian travelers through this strategic partnership with InterGlobe Air Transport. By leveraging their extensive network and expertise, we will significantly strengthen our presence in India, providing seamless communications, world-class service, and a truly memorable travel experience.
This collaboration comes at a time when demand for international travel is recovering, driven by strong growth in business and leisure travel. Oman Air’s commitment to providing exceptional service, combined with IGAT’s market expertise, is expected to deliver enhanced travel options and a smoother customer experience.
Siddhanta Sharma, President and CEO, InterGlobe Air Transport, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “We are pleased to announce our exclusive partnership with Oman Air as their global air transport agent in India. This collaboration underscores our commitment to deliver a premium travel experience. By providing seamless connectivity With exceptional service, we aim to elevate the travel journey for our customers and contribute significantly to the growth and success of Oman Air in the Indian market.
Implications for industry
At the heart of this partnership is a commitment to improving the overall travel experience. Through enhanced connectivity, simplified booking processes and comprehensive customer support, the collaboration seeks to meet the evolving needs of Indian travellers. Oman Air’s world-class hospitality, combined with IGAT’s local expertise, is expected to redefine air travel between the two countries.
The appointment of Interglobe Air Transport as the exclusive general agent for Oman Air reflects a growing trend of strategic partnerships aimed at leveraging local expertise to navigate complex markets and enhance operational efficiency. As demand for seamless international connectivity continues to grow, these collaborations are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of air travel.
This development not only strengthens Oman Air’s position in India, but also underscores the importance of strategic partnerships in the evolving landscape of the aviation industry. By combining Oman Air’s products and services with IGAT’s market knowledge and operational expertise, this collaboration seeks to deliver a premium travel experience and achieve significant growth in the region.
