Riyadh Air Cargo has expanded its commercial operations across Egypt, India, and the United Arab Emirates through the appointment of new General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) partners, strengthening its regional cargo network and market presence. The move is aimed at boosting cargo sales, customer reach, and operational support in key trade corridors linking the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa.
The newly appointed GSSA partners will support Riyadh Cargo’s commercial activities, including cargo bookings, customer service, freight sales, and market development across the three strategic markets. Industry experts said the expansion reflects growing demand for air cargo connectivity driven by e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and industrial shipments.
India has emerged as a major focus market for Gulf-based cargo operators due to rising export volumes of pharmaceuticals, electronics, textiles, engineering goods, and perishables. Enhanced commercial representation in India is expected to improve access for freight forwarders and exporters seeking stronger connectivity to Middle Eastern and global destinations.
The UAE and Egypt also play critical roles in regional cargo flows, acting as major logistics and transshipment hubs connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe. Riyadh Cargo’s expanded presence in these markets is expected to strengthen cargo consolidation capabilities and support faster cargo movement across regional trade routes.
Industry observers noted that airlines and cargo operators are increasingly using GSSA partnerships to expand market penetration while optimising operational costs. The strategy allows carriers to strengthen local customer relationships and improve service coverage without directly establishing large in-country commercial teams.
The expansion aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader aviation and logistics development strategy, which aims to position the Kingdom as a major global cargo and supply chain hub under its Vision 2030 programme. Air cargo demand across the Gulf region continues to grow as trade diversification, manufacturing investments, and regional e-commerce activity accelerate.
