TAP Air Portugal has appointed Aeroprime Group as its Exclusive Cargo General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA) Pan-India, marking a significant step
in strengthening the airline’s cargo footprint across the Indian market, effective March 2026.
The appointment reflects TAP Air Portugal’s strategic focus on expanding cargo capacity utilisation and deepening engagement with India’s fast-growing trade and logistics ecosystem. Under this mandate, Aeroprime Group will manage TAP’s cargo sales, marketing, customer engagement, and operational coordination across India, leveraging its strong regional presence, technology-driven processes, and established relationships with
freight forwarders and logistics partners.
TAP Air Portugal, the national airline of Portugal, connects with key destinations across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. India is a rapidly growing cargo market for pharmaceuticals, perishables, e-commerce, etc and hence TAP Air Portugal plays an important role in strengthening global trade corridors. Strategically positioned as a gateway between Europe and the Americas, Portugal continues to gain importance in global air cargo flows. With rising demand from India to Europe and the Americas, including several key destinations exclusively served by TAP Air Portugal, this partnership aims to enhance connectivity and facilitate seamless trade movements across the airline’s extensive international network.
Commenting on the appointment, Bruno Aires, Global Cargo Senior Director, TAP Air Portugal said, “India represents a high-potential market for our cargo business. Partnering with Aeroprime Group as our Exclusive Cargo GSSA Pan-India strengthens our local presence and enables us to better serve the evolving needs of the Indian cargo community while expanding our reach across key global markets.”
Headquartered in New Delhi, Aeroprime Group is a leading global aviation services provider with expertise across airline representation, cargo management, sales, marketing, and digital solutions. With operations spanning multiple countries and cities, the Group is well positioned to support TAP Air Portugal’s cargo growth ambitions while ensuring seamless service delivery to customers nationwide.
“We are delighted to be appointed as the Exclusive Cargo GSSA for TAP Air Portugal in India,” said Abhishek Goyal, Executive Director & CEO, Aeroprime Group. “This partnership allows us to bring a focused, data-driven approach to cargo market development. With our strong pan-India cargo sales network and commitment to service excellence, we look forward to strengthening TAP Air Portugal’s cargo presence and unlocking new opportunities for trade between India and its global destinations.”
TAP Air Portugal operates a modern fleet and serves a comprehensive international network, offering reliable air cargo solutions. The airline continues to enhance its cargo proposition by supporting time-sensitive and high-value shipments, reinforcing trade connectivity between India, Europe, and beyond.
