Chennai, January 24, 2025: In a move that reinforces its growing footprint in India's aviation sector, Çelebi India has been chosen as the ground handling partner for SpiceJet at Chennai International Airport (MAA). This strategic collaboration, effective immediately, is set to enhance the passenger and operational experience for SpiceJet flights at one of India’s busiest airports.

SpiceJet has recently bolstered its network by adding over 60 new flights, offering passengers better connectivity and more travel options. Notably, by the end of 2024, the airline introduced UDAN flights connecting Shivamogga (Karnataka) with Chennai and Hyderabad, and also launched double-daily flights between Chennai and Kochi, further strengthening regional connectivity, making Chennai one of the important sectors for the airline.

Çelebi proudly continues its partnership with SpiceJet at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) and Manohar International Airport, Goa. This extended mandate for a crucial sector like Chennai highlights Celebi's expertise as a premier ground handling service provider and reinforces the strong relationship cultivated with the Spicejet as a trusted partner for the airline at these strategic locations.

Speaking on this partnership, Mr. Tauseef Khan, CEO - Çelebi Ground Handling – India, said “Driven by increasing passenger volumes and substantial investments from both domestic and international carriers, India’s dynamic aviation environment calls for ground handling solutions that combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology and modern practices. At Celebi, we take pride in offering this unique blend, delivering seamless, efficient, and innovative services that make us the trusted partner of choice for airlines navigating this exciting new era of Indian aviation. Being entrusted by SpiceJet for their ground handling needs at Chennai Airport is a testament to Çelebi’s unwavering focus on service excellence, operational reliability, and innovation. This milestone aligns with our vision of enhancing India’s aviation infrastructure and delivering superior experiences for passengers and airlines alike.”

Mr. Gavin Jeffries, Regional Manager South Region, SpiceJet, added “SpiceJet’s collaboration with Çelebi India has been instrumental in ensuring smooth and efficient operations at key airports, including Mumbai and Goa. We are delighted to extend this partnership to Chennai, where Çelebi’s proven track record of reliability and service excellence will play a vital role in optimizing our ground operations. As a domestic carrier connecting millions of travellers across the country, it is essential to work with partners who align with our commitment to delivering a superior travel experience.”

Çelebi India is renowned for its comprehensive ground handling services, which include passenger and baggage handling, aircraft ramp services, and more, provided to some of the world’s leading airlines. Operating at major Indian airports including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Goa, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad , Cochin and Chennai, Çelebi is the preferred partner for both legacy carriers like  British Airways and Qatar Airways and dynamic domestic airlines like SpiceJet.

This latest partnership marks another milestone in Çelebi’s journey to strengthen its presence in India while raising the bar for ground handling standards in the aviation industry.

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