Virgin Atlantic targets 1 million seats in India by 2025, bolstered by its new daily direct flights from London Heathrow to Bengaluru, launched on April 1, 2024. The airline plans to add a second daily direct service to Mumbai from October 2024, reflecting a 350% capacity growth since 2019. CEO Shai Weiss highlights India’s strategic importance and robust post-pandemic demand. The expansion enhances cargo operations, benefiting fashion, pharmaceutical, and tech sectors. With five daily services, Virgin Atlantic Cargo offers over 40 million kg of space to and from India, a 336% increase since 2019. The airline’s 787-9 Dreamliner ensures a premium travel experience with seamless connectivity and codeshare partnerships with IndiGo, offering enhanced connectivity across India. Virgin Atlantic emphasizes quality and personalization to compete in the market, quadrupling Indian-based cabin crew to cater to Indian flyers.