The Board conducted a comprehensive search to identify the next leader for Air India, overseen by a dedicated Board committee. The committee rigorously evaluated internal as well as highly accomplished external candidates from across the world.

The objective of the Board was to identify a leader with a proven record of managing mega-scale airline turnarounds, delivering operational excellence, fostering a strong culture of safety and service, and driving profitable expansion. Following an intensive evaluation process, the Board unanimously concluded that Mr. Gebremariam possesses the ideal combination of leadership, deep operational expertise, and strategic execution capability required for Air India’s next phase of growth.

Tewolde Gebremariam is widely recognized as one of the most successful aviation chief executives. During his decade-plus tenure as CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, he spearheaded a multi-billion-dollar expansion, transforming a regional carrier into Africa’s largest, most profitable, and decorated airline group—growing revenue by more than fourfold and fleet size nearly threefold.

His unique strength lies in managing complex operational landscapes, driving cultural transformation, building competitive global hubs, and developing world-class MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) and aviation training infrastructure.

As Air India shifts from its foundational turnaround phase into a high growth & profitable execution phase, Mr. Gebremariam brings crucial capabilities required for Air India’s next leg of journey. He has strong experience in expanding international long-haul networks and building world-class hub operations, an unrelenting commitment to safety standards, engineering quality, and operational reliability. He also has a track record of driving sustained profitability.  while navigating complex economic cycles and dynamic global markets together with a deep experience in workforce upskilling, talent development, and embedding a high-performance, customer-first service culture.

N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons and Air India, said: “On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Tewolde to Air India. Having completed the initial phase of stabilization, integration, and fleet commitments under Campbell’s guidance, Air India is now entering a critical execution and expansion era. Tewolde’s track record in building one of the world’s most efficient and profitable airline groups makes him uniquely suited to lead Air India. His operational expertise, commitment to safety, and vision for hub development will be instrumental as we establish Air India as a premier global carrier and a source of national pride.”

Tewolde Gebremariam, Incoming CEO & Managing Director, said: “It is a profound honour to be entrusted with leading Air India at such a historic moment in its journey. Air India carries an incredible legacy, and the opportunity to build a world-class global airline that reflects India’s extraordinary economic potential is uniquely exciting. I look forward to working closely with Chairman Chandrasekaran, the Board, our employees, and all government and industry partners to deliver exceptional operational reliability, warm Indian hospitality, and sustained long-term growth.”

This leadership transition reinforces Air India’s alignment with national priorities and stakeholder expectations. Air India remains steadfastly committed to supporting India’s civil aviation ambitions and national economic vision. Under Mr. Gebremariam’s leadership, Air India will work closely with civil aviation authorities and regulators to strengthen India’s position as a premier global aviation hub, enhance international connectivity, and maintain the highest benchmarks of aviation safety and compliance.

People are the backbone of this transformation. Mr. Gebremariam’s leadership philosophy places people at the centre of organizational success. Employees across all divisions—flight crew, ground operations, engineering, and corporate—can look forward to a continued emphasis on training, exciting career pathways, and an empowering work environment built on merit, accountability, and pride in our national carrier.

Air India belongs to India and represents India to the world and is committed to building a reliable, warm, and world-class airline that every Indian can be immensely proud of. Passengers will see an accelerated push toward on-time performance, modern aircraft cabins, elevated hospitality, and seamless global connectivity.

The Board also thanked Campbell Wilson for his leadership over the past phase of Air India’s revitalization. He successfully oversaw complex merger and integration processes, initiated massive fleet modernization programs, established new corporate governance standards, and laid the foundations that were necessary for the future.

With a solid foundation now in place, Air India enters its next era with clear strategic clarity, robust capital backing, and world-class leadership at the helm. The Board is fully confident that under Tewolde Gebremariam, Air India will realize its full potential as a premier global aviation power.

Further details regarding the exact onboarding timeline and transition schedule will be shared in due course.

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 ITA Airways is launching the “Large Dog On Board” service, designed to allow dogs weighing up to 30 kg to travel in the cabin without a carrier on select “Large Dog” domestic scheduled flights.

The service, available for purchase starting today and operational as of August 3, can be booked through ITA Airways’ Customer Information Assistance Office (CIAO) at least four days prior to the flight date. The launch of the service follows the first demonstration flight conducted last September from Milan Linate to Rome Fiumicino, during which two large dogs traveled in the cabin without a carrier.

In this first phase, the Large Dog On Board service will initially be available on selected domestic flights operated by ITA Airways, in compliance with the maximum number of Large Dogs allowed on board under the authorization granted by ENAC.

With the launch of the “Large Dog On Board” service, a maximum of two large dogs – one weighing up to 30 kg in Business Class and another weighing up to 15 kg in Economy Class – will be transported in the cabin in spaces reserved for them. During the first two months after the service’s launch, a maximum of two standard-sized dogs (weighing up to 10 kg) will be allowed on board (only in Economy Class and at least eight rows away from the large dogs). Subsequently, the number of standard-sized dogs will increase to four. ITA Airways plans to expand the service on domestic flights and to extend it to international flights, subject to the progressive review of limits and procedures by the competent regulatory authorities.

With the introduction of this service on its flights, ITA Airways is playing a leading role in another historic milestone for Italian commercial aviation by implementing the new regulations on the transport of dogs in the cabin adopted by ENAC, the Italian Civil Aviation Authority. 

“With the launch of the Large Dog On Board service, ITA Airways is taking a concrete step toward a way of traveling that is increasingly attentive to the needs of its passengers”, says Joerg Eberhart, CEO and General Manager of ITA Airways. “We have listened to our customers’ requests and worked together with ENAC – whom I would like to thank – to allow them to travel with their four-legged friends, avoiding separation and making the flight experience more comfortable for the whole family. This achievement confirms our commitment to promoting innovative, responsible air travel that combines customer care, the well-being of dogs, and full compliance with safety requirements”.

The launch of the first domestic scheduled flights open to large dogs marks a significant evolution in the travel experience offered by ITA Airways. The new service underscores the airline’s focus on customer needs and its commitment to offering innovative solutions, while fully complying with safety requirements and ensuring the well-being of all passengers.

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Whether families are looking for a short cultural break, an adventure-filled holiday, or a relaxing beach retreat, Royal Jordanian presents an array of destinations perfectly suited for monsoon
travel.

Discover the Wonders of Jordan

Jordan offers Indian families a unique blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty. From exploring the ancient city of Petra and floating in the Dead Sea to experiencing the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum, travellers can enjoy a destination that caters to all age groups. Jordan’s welcoming hospitality, family-friendly attractions, and rich cultural heritage make it an
ideal monsoon escape.

Beyond Jordan: Explore Europe and North America

Through its hub in Amman, Royal Jordanian connects travellers to a diverse portfolio of destinations across Europe and North America, including cities such as Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Toronto, and New York. Families can enjoy cooler weather, world-class attractions, and memorable experiences while benefiting from convenient connections and a seamless travel experience. Royal Jordanian serves an extensive international network through Amman, offering onward connectivity to dozens of destinations across multiple continents.

Exclusive Monsoon Travel Offers

To inspire Indian travellers to make the most of the season, Royal Jordanian is introducing limited-period monsoon fares and exclusive travel offers across select destinations. In addition to attractive promotional fares, the airline is also extending special Student Fare discounts for students travelling overseas for higher education and Marine Fare discounts tailored for seafarers, making international travel more affordable for these segments. Travellers can also benefit from convenient schedules, generous baggage allowances, and the renowned Jordanian hospitality that has made Royal Jordanian a preferred choice for international travellers.

Families, students, and marine professionals planning their monsoon travel are encouraged to book early to take advantage of these limited-time offers and secure their preferred travel dates.

Enhanced Connectivity for Indian Travellers

Royal Jordanian has strengthened its presence in the Indian market with direct connectivity between India and Amman, providing travellers with greater convenience and access to the airline’s global network. The service reinforces Royal Jordanian’s commitment to supporting the growing demand for outbound leisure travel from India while offering seamless connections to key destinations worldwide.

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The partnership marks an important milestone in Aero Nomad Airlines’ international growth strategy and reinforces the airline’s commitment to expanding air connectivity between Kyrgyzstan and India.

Under the agreement, DEX Group will oversee the airline’s commercial activities across India, including sales, marketing, travel trade development, reservations support and distribution. With extensive experience representing international airlines and long-established relationships with travel agencies, online travel agencies (OTAs), consolidators, tour operators and corporate travel partners, DEX Group will play a key role in strengthening Aero Nomad Airlines’ presence throughout India’s rapidly expanding outbound travel market. 

“India is one of the key international markets for Aero Nomad Airlines and an integral part of our long-term growth strategy. We are delighted to partner with DEX Group, whose expertise and strong industry network make them the ideal representative for our airline in India. Together, we aim to increase brand awareness, expand our commercial footprint and create new travel opportunities between India and Kyrgyzstan. This partnership will support the continued growth of tourism, education, business travel and transit traffic through Bishkek.” said, Nuradin Kasymov, CEO, Aero Nomad Airlines LLC 

“We are honoured to represent Aero Nomad Airlines in India. Kyrgyzstan is rapidly emerging as an attractive destination for Indian travellers across leisure tourism, student mobility, MICE and corporate travel. Our immediate priority is to establish a strong nationwide sales network, engage leading travel partners and build long-term recognition of Aero Nomad Airlines within the Indian travel industry.” said, Ramesh Marwah, Director, DEX Group

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As Condor’s offline GSA in India, AVIAREPS India will provide comprehensive sales, reservations, ticketing, and market development support across the country. Leveraging its extensive travel trade network and local market expertise, AVIAREPS India will work closely with travel agencies, tour operators, corporate partners, and industry stakeholders to drive demand.

The appointment comes as Condor continues to expand worldwide connectivity through its Frankfurt hub, offering travellers’ seamless access to more than 70 destinations across Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia. With a modern fleet and growing network, the airline is well positioned to cater to the increasing demand for international travel all over the world.

Marcelo Kaiser, Chief Operating Officer, Aviation at AVIAREPS, said:

“Our partnership with Condor continues to grow and we are proud to further expand our collaboration into India, one of the world’s most dynamic and promising aviation markets. This development reflects our shared vision to unlock new opportunities and build strong, long-term relationships with local trade partners. With India’s rapidly increasing demand for international travel, we see tremendous potential to position Condor’s network even more prominently. Our teams on the ground are fully committed to driving brand awareness, strengthening market presence, and supporting Condor’s continued growth in this exciting region.”

Florian Stahl, Manager New Markets Condor added:

“India represents a market of significant long-term potential. AVIAREPS India brings deep market knowledge, strong travel trade relationships, and proven expertise in airline representation, making them an ideal partner in the region.”

Founded in 1956, Condor flies approximately 10 million passengers annually to more than 70 destinations worldwide. The airline operates one of Europe’s youngest and most modern fleets, including its state-of-the-art Airbus A330neo aircraft, while continuing to invest in customer experience, efficiency, and network expansion.

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ITA Airways will continue to operate under its own brand, enhancing its Italian identity and upholding its role as the reference carrier for the country 

Rome, 12 May 2026 – ITA Airways welcomes Deutsche Lufthansa AG’s decision to acquire an additional 49% stake in the Company, for a value of €325 million, thereby increasing its shareholding to 90% of ITA Airways.

The Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance will retain the remaining 10% of the share capital.

Completion of the transaction is expected in the first quarter of 2027, subject to approval by the relevant authorities, including the European Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice.

This further step represents a significant milestone in ITA Airways’ development path and confirms the value of the industrial project built over recent years. The Company is now preparing to enter a new phase of growth within the Lufthansa Group, improving its exposure in the European and international air transport market.

ITA Airways will continue to operate under its own brand, which will be maintained and enhanced within the Group’s structure. Today, the ITA Airways brand represents a young, distinctive and recognizable identity, strongly connected to Italy and to the values of quality, innovation, reliability and customer focus that characterize the Company.

The increasingly close integration into the Lufthansa Group will enable ITA Airways to develop further industrial and commercial synergies with the Group’s airlines, while preserving its Italian identity. For the Company, this represents an opportunity to consolidate its role as Italy’s reference carrier, contributing to the growth of the country’s connectivity and to the promotion of Made in Italy around the world.

Italy represents a strategic market in the European and international landscape: it is the third-largest economy in the European Union and the Lufthansa Group’s largest catchment area outside the United States and its home markets. In this context, ITA Airways confirms its central role in connecting the country with the rest of the world, supporting tourism, businesses, trade flows and international mobility.

ITA Airways’ integration path as the Lufthansa Group’s fifth network airline will also continue, building on the successful progress already made and on major customer milestones already achieved. The initiatives implemented so far have enabled the travel experience to be progressively improved, strengthening connection opportunities, service integration and the quality of the offering.

Looking ahead, ITA Airways will continue to work with the aim of offering its customers an increasingly integrated, efficient and competitive experience, leveraging the opportunities arising from belonging to a major international group while keeping its Italian vocation, service quality and the value of its people at the core.

The transaction confirms the strength of the path undertaken by ITA Airways and opens a new phase of development for the Company, based on sustainable growth, network expansion, customer centricity and the full enhancement of its role within the Italian system.

“This new phase represents a step of major industrial and strategic significance for ITA Airways. Over the past few years, we have built a solid, recognizable Company focused on quality, thanks to the contribution of our people and the trust of our customers, and Deutsche Lufthansa’s decision is a clear demonstration of the good work carried out so far.” said Joerg Eberhart, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of ITA Airways. “We look to the future with ambition and responsibility: full integration into the Lufthansa Group will allow us to compete more strongly in international markets, while continuing to bring to the world the value of Italy, its connectivity and its capacity for innovation.”

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The Premium Application Centres are designed for customers who value convenience, privacy and time efficiency, including business travellers, families, senior citizens and professionals with demanding schedules. Located across key cities, these centres provide a premium environment while fully adhering to the processes and guidelines set by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

To book an appointment for these Premium Application Centres, customers need to select their centre of choice while applying for their UK visa online.

Why choose a Premium Application Centre?

• Dedicated and personalised assistance
• Shorter waiting times in a quieter, exclusive setting
• Comfortable seating and enhanced amenities
• Optional added-value services for additional convenience

What’s included?

• Biometric enrollment
• Document upload
• Food & beverage

*Please note that inclusions may vary basis the centre location

Yummi Talwar, Chief Operating Officer – South Asia, VFS Global, said, “Indian travellers today increasingly seek convenience, comfort and flexibility. Our UK Premium Application Centres across India are designed specifically to meet these expectations, offering customers a more streamlined and personalised experience while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance.”

Customers who submit their documents and enroll their biometrics at these Premium Application Centres can benefit from a range of complementary added-value services offered by VFS Global which provide enhanced support such as UKVI account creation assistance.

Please note that our UK visa Premium Application Centres are optional and come at an extra cost. Opting for our Premium Application Centre does not have any bearing on the outcome of a visa application, which is the sole prerogative of the UK Visas and Immigration. Customers who do not wish to opt for a Premium Application Centre can still book an appointment at our standard UK Visa Application Centres across India without any extra charge, or by paying the UKVI mandatory service fee where applicable.

VFS Global has been the trusted partner to UK Visas and Immigration since 2003 and provides UK visa services in 142 countries worldwide. 

UK Premium Application Centres in India:

1. Amritsar, Punjab
2. Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
3. Bhubaneswar, Odisha
4. Calicut, Kerala
5. Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
6. Guwahati, Assam
7. Indore, Madhya Pradesh
8. Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
9. Ludhina, Punjab
10. Mangalore, Karnataka
11. Noida, Uttar Pradesh
12. Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

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With immediate effect, Nitu Samra has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer on  an interim basis, until the Board of Directors can conclude a formal selection process. 

Nitu has been serving as Chief Financial Officer of Noida International Airport since  October 2021 and has been closely involved in the airport’s development journey,  overseeing financial stewardship, governance, and strategic planning during a key  phase of the project.  

Christoph Schnellmann, who has led Noida International Airport as Chief Executive  Officer since August 2020, will join the airport’s Board of Directors as Executive Vice  Chairman. In this role, he will continue to support the project and its transition to  operations.  

Daniel Bircher, Chairman, Yamuna International Airport Private Limited, said: “Aer  the inauguration of Noida International Airport by the Hon’ble Prime Minister in March  2026, the goal was to enable the start of operations as early as possible. This  management change brings the airport into compliance with Bureau of Civil Aviation  Security requirements while maintaining continuity in the airport’s leadership team. The  newly structured team will support a smooth transition into operations, guided by clear  and transparent governance and a strong corporate culture.” 

Noida International Airport remains focused on delivering a modern aviation gateway  that will serve as a catalyst for regional economic growth

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Air India today announced a new interline partnership with WestJet, Canada’s leading leisure carrier, to boost connectivity between India and North America beyond Toronto and Vancouver.

The partnership enables single-ticket itineraries combining Air India and WestJet flights, offering smoother journeys, coordinated baggage handling, and simplified journeys for travellers.

Through this partnership, Air India guests travelling to Toronto or Vancouver can take onward connections on WestJet to 17 Canadian cities and 14 U.S. cities, namely:

• Canadian cities: Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Winnipeg, Halifax, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Kelowna, St. John’s, Prince George, Victoria, Fort St. John, Terrace, Cranbrook, Comox, Nanaimo
• U.S. cities: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Detroit, Orlando, Phoenix, Tampa, Nashville, Las Vegas, San Diego, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Springs, Santa Ana, Fort Myers.
• Halifax, Calgary and St. John’s are also accessible via Air India’s select European gateways at Amsterdam (Schiphol), Paris (Charles de Gaulle), London (Heathrow), and London (Gatwick).

Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India, said: “Canada continues to be a key market for Air India, driven by strong people‑to‑people ties and increasing trade between our nations. By partnering with WestJet, we are making travel across North America more accessible and effortless for our guests, with coordinated baggage handling, single‑ticket convenience, and a far wider choice of destinations.”

John Weatherill, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, the WestJet Group, said: “By bringing this interline agreement to life, we’re significantly expanding access between India and Canada, making it easier for our shared guests to seamlessly visit high-demand destinations across North America. This partnership aligns Air India’s long-haul strength with WestJet’s North American reach, creating meaningful new travel options and improving the end-to-end journey for travellers.”

Air India currently operates 17x weekly non-stop flights to Canada, including 10x weekly services to Toronto and 7x weekly services to Vancouver.

To its European gateways that provide connections on WestJet flights to Canada, Air India operates a total of 75x weekly services, including 49x weekly to London (Heathrow), 5x weekly to London (Gatwick), 14x weekly to Paris (Charles de Gaulle) and 7x weekly to Amsterdam (Schiphol).

Interline itineraries are available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app and through travel agents worldwide.

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