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IndiGo premium push: 45 aircraft with biz class by 2026 | Company Business News

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Livemint · 8m ago

IndiGo premium push: 45 aircraft with biz class by 2026 | Company Business News

Indian airline IndiGo plans to expand its business-class product, IndiGoStretch, to 45 aircraft by 2026, up from the current two. The airline aims to introduce 45 IndiGoStretch aircraft over the next 14 months, with service on 12 routes and over 260 daily flights. The expansion is expected to offer premium capacity in around 10% of IndiGo's total fleet. The move comes as the airline seeks to provide a premium alternative to Air India, which currently dominates the premium class market in India.

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Why IndiGo cannot sit back and relax with IndiGoStretch | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

Why IndiGo cannot sit back and relax with IndiGoStretch | Mint

Indian airline IndiGo has announced the launch of its business class offering, called 'IndiGoStretch'. The airline will introduce this service on select routes in India by the end of the year. The business class seats will be available on A321neo aircraft, alongside the existing 208 economy-class seats. IndiGo has also restructured its delivery of A320neo and A321neo aircraft to accommodate the new service. Booking for the business class seats is now open for six flights a day, with plans to increase to 12 sectors connecting major cities in India.

Come November, fly business class aboard IndiGo | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

Come November, fly business class aboard IndiGo | Mint

IndiGo, India's largest airline, will introduce business class seats on its busiest metro routes starting in November. The airline plans to debut the business class product on the Delhi-Mumbai route and expand to 12 domestic metro routes by 2025. The business class seats, branded as "IndiGo Stretch," will offer premium features and complimentary benefits. IndiGo aims to increase its fleet and plans to launch a loyalty program called BluChip in September. The airline's entrance into the business class segment is seen as a strategic move to tap into a market with lower capacity following the exit of Jet Airways.

IndiGo’s new business class ’Indigo Stretch’ to take off in November; Delhi-Mumbai fares start at ₹18,018 | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

IndiGo’s new business class ’Indigo Stretch’ to take off in November; Delhi-Mumbai fares start at ₹18,018 | Mint

IndiGo has announced the introduction of its business class product, #IndiGoStretch, on the Delhi-Mumbai route. Bookings will be available starting from August 6 for travel beginning on November 14. This move marks a significant shift for the low-cost carrier, as it ventures into the premium services segment. The CEO of IndiGo, Pieter Elbers, also revealed plans to launch a customer loyalty program called 'IndiGo BluChip'. IndiGo will be offering business class seats on 12 domestic routes, targeting busy and business-oriented routes. Other airlines in India currently offering business-class seats include Air India, Air India Express, and Vistara.

Class war: IndiGo shows Air India it means business

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Livemint · 1y ago

Class war: IndiGo shows Air India it means business

Indian low-cost carrier, IndiGo, has introduced a business class cabin on select domestic routes as part of its strategy to focus on improving yields and expand globally. IndiGo currently has a 6% market share in the premium segment and aims to tap into this market as it prepares for future expansion. The airline also plans to induct the Airbus 321XLR and Airbus 350 into its fleet, enabling it to offer a premium class on domestic connections for international passengers. IndiGo's business class offering has received positive responses, with executives expressing confidence in the timing of the launch.

AI Express, Akasa rip premium seats even as no-frills IndiGo adds business class

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Livemint · 11m ago

AI Express, Akasa rip premium seats even as no-frills IndiGo adds business class

Akasa Air and Air India Express are removing premium business class seats inherited from Chinese airlines on their domestic flights in order to enhance operational efficiency. Akasa Air has already replaced most of its premium seats with regular economy seats, while Air India Express has begun the retrofitting process. Both airlines are aiming to streamline their operations and reduce complexities by offering only economy class. This decision diverges from IndiGo, which recently announced plans to introduce business class seats on its flights.

Air India to offer 3-class cabin configuration on domestic routes. Details here

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Livemint · 1y ago

Air India to offer 3-class cabin configuration on domestic routes. Details here

Air India has introduced a new three-class configuration on its A320neo aircraft for domestic and short-haul international routes. The configuration includes a Business class, Premium Economy, and Economy class. This upgrade is part of Air India's efforts to enhance the flying experience and transform it into a world-class airline. The airline has already refitted two A320neo aircraft with the new configuration. In addition, Air India has announced its flight schedule for these three-class flights, offering greater choice to its passengers.

BOC Aviation and IndiGo Partner for Four Airbus A320NEO Aircraft

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Livemint · 1y ago

BOC Aviation and IndiGo Partner for Four Airbus A320NEO Aircraft

Singapore-based aircraft leasing company BOC Aviation has partnered with Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo for four Airbus A320NEO aircraft. The agreement supports IndiGo's expansion plans and strengthens their existing collaboration. The aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2024, will be powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines. This partnership aims to provide affordable and hassle-free travel for IndiGo passengers across domestic and international markets.

Air India to soon introduce Wi-Fi on board flights, first route will be Delhi to London | Mint

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Livemint · 12m ago

Air India to soon introduce Wi-Fi on board flights, first route will be Delhi to London | Mint

Air India has announced the launch of Wi-Fi services on its flights, starting with the A350 aircraft on the Delhi to London Heathrow route. This flight, operated twice daily, is part of Air India's "ambitious transformation journey." The A350 aircraft features private suites, full-flat beds in business, premium economy, and economy seats. The induction of the A350 aircraft will replace the Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on 14 of Air India's 17 weekly flights, providing additional seating capacity. Earlier, a passenger video of Air India's new business class cabin received positive reviews on social media.

IndiGo Parent To Launch Electric Air Taxis In India By 2026

Inc42 · 1y ago

IndiGo Parent To Launch Electric Air Taxis In India By 2026

IndiGo Airlines' parent company, InterGlobe Enterprises, is set to launch an electric air taxi service in India by 2026, in partnership with Archer Aviation. The joint venture aims to deploy 200 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The initial route is expected to connect Connaught Place in Delhi to Gurugram in under seven minutes. The cost of the deal is estimated at $1 billion. Archer Aviation is currently in discussions with the US Federal Aviation Administration for certification of its eVTOL planes.

IndiGo Ascends as World's Most Valuable Airline

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YourStory · 4m ago

IndiGo Ascends as World's Most Valuable Airline

In a notable achievement, IndiGo became the world’s most valuable airline, briefly reaching a market capitalization of $23.24 billion, surpassing giants like Delta and Ryanair. With over 60% domestic market share, IndiGo plans to expand by adding 50 new aircraft by FY26 and increasing international contributions. Despite robust revenue growth, net profit faced a slight decline. Challenges include grounded aircraft and competition, but analysts are optimistic about its international expansion and profitability potential.

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