SpiceJet Cargo takes off
31-Jul-2008 |
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Domestic Cargo Operations of SpiceJet is now successfully running in nine cities. This includes the major metros like New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore and Hyderabad. Among the secondary cities are Ahmedabad, Pune and Coimbatore.
SpiceJet is aggressively looking at the cargo business and has already put in place the necessary infrastructure requirements manned by trained personnel who ensure a high level of service.
Commenting on the market enthusiasm, Samyukth Sridharan, Chief Commercial Officer, SpiceJet said, "The response from the market has been very positive and encouraging. In the month of June alone we have uplifted in excess of 1320 tonnes that has generated revenue of over INR3.5 crores. We see a huge demand for our specialized services across industries with special emphasis on auto and garment. There is a huge demand for perishables like food and flowers."
"The domestic cargo industry is estimated to grow in excess of 15% annually. We see a tremendous potential in this business and for us we are confident of touching a magic figure of 100 crores annually within the first three year of cargo operations. "he further added.
SpiceJet will soon start its cargo operations from Guwahati and Bagdogra.
With the new generation Boeing 737 – 800/ 900ER fleet, SpiceJet can carry between 2 tons to 3.5 tons of cargo on each of its flight. SpiceJet operates 94 flights every day to 16 destinations and can offer a capacity of over 300 tons per day.
(c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 31-Jul-08
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