Riyadh Air has officially entered the Indian market with the launch of its first-ever Mumbai service. But did you know the aircraft wasn't wearing the airline's iconic lavender livery?
In this episode of Business of Cargo, we explore the story behind Riyadh Air's India debut, the significance of the new Mumbai route, and how the airline is rapidly building its global network.
The daily Boeing 787-9 service not only strengthens passenger connectivity but also adds valuable belly cargo capacity between Saudi Arabia and India. In fact, the return flight from Mumbai carried around 20 tonnes of cargo, highlighting the route's commercial potential from day one.
The video also looks at Riyadh Air's expansion plans, new aircraft orders, cargo strategy, partnerships, and its ambitious Vision 2030 roadmap.