Following the extensive overhaul of its Pipavav shipyard since the January 2024 acquisition and renaming, Rear Admiral (Retd) Vipin Kumar Saxena, CEO, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries (SDHI), told INFRASTRUCTURE TODAYâs Manish Pant that the facility is now ready to receive shipbuilding orders, including MRO projects. A Navy veteran, Saxena previously headed Garden Reach Shipbuilders...
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Air India Completes First Phase of Narrowbody Retrofit Programme Across A320 Fleet
Launched in September 2024 as part of a broader $400 million fleet modernisation initiative, the retrofit programme was completed within a record one-year timeframe. Air India has completed the first phase of its legacy fleet retrofit programme, with all 27 A320neo aircraft returning to service featuring brand-new cabin interiors and the airlineâs updated livery. Combined...
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China Eastern Expands Shanghai-Delhi Flights as India-China Air Connectivity Resumes
The state-owned Chinese carrier also plans to expand its India network with upcoming routes, including Kunming-Kolkata and Shanghai Pudong-Mumbai, providing Indian travellers with more options to reach Chinaâs key commercial centres. China Eastern Airlines will increase the frequency of its direct flights between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, from...
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IndiGo Adds Bengaluru-Riyadh Direct Flights to Expand Middle East Connectivity
The new Bengaluru-Riyadh service marks IndiGoâs fourth non-stop connection to Saudi Arabiaâs capital, following Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. IndiGo, Indiaâs largest airline by passenger volumes and fleet, has announced the launch of direct flights between Bengaluru and Riyadh, further strengthening its footprint across the Middle East. Starting November 16, the airline will operate Airbus A320...
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IndiGo Reconnects with China, Crosses Long-Haul Milestone with Non-Stop London Service
IndiGo has reinstated direct air connectivity with Mainland China and marked a long-haul milestone with its non-stop Mumbai-London service. October 26 marked a twin milestone for IndiGo, Indiaâs largest airline by passenger volumes and fleet size, as it reinstated direct air connectivity with Mainland China and launched its non-stop long-haul service between Mumbai and London....
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India to Host Asia-Pacific Aircraft Accident Investigation Meet for the First Time
Indiaâs hosting of the meet signals its growing aviation leadership and push for stronger regional safety standards. In a significant milestone for aviation safety and international collaboration, India will host the Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) meeting and workshop for the first time. The four-day event, organised by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)...
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Delhi Airport Reopens Future-Ready Terminal 2 to Boost Passenger Flow and Airline Efficiency
The upgraded Terminal 2 at Indiaâs busiest airport combines advanced systems with smart infrastructure to streamline passenger movement and rebalance airline operations. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), led by the GMR Group, has announced the reopening of the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), effective from the intervening night of October...
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IndiGo Retains Dominance in Indian Skies as Four New Airports Join Winter Schedule 2025
With a 5.95 per cent rise in weekly departures and over 26,000 flights across 126 airports, the Winter Schedule 2025âeffective from October 26, 2025, to March 28, 2026âsignals continued recovery and expansion in domestic connectivity. IndiGo, Indiaâs largest airline by passenger volumes and fleet size, remains the dominant player with 15,014 weekly departures, followed by...
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IndiGo Expands Saudi Connectivity with Daily Mumbai-Madinah Flights from November 15
With this expansion, IndiGo becomes the only Indian carrier offering direct connectivity between Mumbai and one of Islamâs holiest cities, reinforcing its strategic position in the Indo-Saudi aviation corridor. IndiGo, Indiaâs largest airline by passenger volume and fleet size, is set to enhance connectivity to Saudi Arabia with the launch of daily, direct flights between...
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UDAN Turns Nine: 15.6 Million Flyers, âč90 Billion Invested in Regional Aviation
Since launch, UDAN has operationalised 649 routes, connecting 93 underserved airportsâincluding 15 heliports and two water aerodromesâand flown over 15.6 million passengers across 323,000 flights. Indiaâs flagship Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik-Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN-RCS) has completed nine years, transforming air travel for millions and reshaping connectivity across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. On Tuesday, the...