en.Wedoany.com Reported - Air India and Thai Airways International (THAI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to finalize a codeshare agreement by 2026, aiming to enhance connectivity between Thailand, India, and beyond. The MoU was signed during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Subject to necessary regulatory approvals, the agreement seeks to expand travel options for passengers between the two countries and enhance customer value across their respective route networks.
The two airlines, both members of the Star Alliance, plan to place their respective codes (Air India code "AI" and Thai Airways code "TG") on flights between India and Thailand, as well as on select international routes originating from both countries, offering passengers convenient connecting services to multiple destinations across Asia, North America, and Europe. Specific terms of the proposed codeshare agreement will be announced in due course.
Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India, stated that India and Thailand share long-standing cultural ties, growing economic exchanges, and strong travel demand from both tourism and business sectors. As Asia solidifies its position as a global growth hub, deeper collaboration among leading airlines will drive this growth, making travel smoother and more convenient. The MoU with Thai Airways brings together two airlines with complementary strengths and a commitment to service excellence, while supporting Air India's broader vision of enhancing India's connectivity with the world, offering customers more choices and greater value.
Chai Eamsiri, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Airways, stated that the MoU with Air India marks a significant milestone in the strategy to strengthen regional connectivity and better serve passengers traveling to and from Thailand, India, and beyond. It reflects the commitment of both airlines to support economic growth and foster people-to-people exchanges, while contributing to broader cooperation between the two countries.
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