African cargo airline Astral Aviation Limited (Astral Aviation) has announced two GSA appointments to enhance its global presence.

Astral Aviation said HIT Cargo Asia had been appointed as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for mainland China, and Network Aviation Group will represent Astral Aviation in Europe and the United States.

The cargo carrier noted that its partnership with HIT Cargo Asia would enhance the airline’s ability to serve one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly growing cargo markets, citing that its market knowledge and operational expertise will ensure efficient and reliable service delivery to customers in China.

"Mainland China is a vital market for our global operations, and we are excited to work with HIT Cargo Asia. Their reputation for reliability and excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to provide world-class cargo solutions to our clients," said Sanjeev Gadhia,  CEO of Astral Aviation.

Meanwhile, Network Aviation Group will play a pivotal role in strengthening Astral Aviation's cargo operations and customer engagement in Europe and the U.S.

"We are delighted to partner with Network Aviation Group as our GSA for Europe and the USA. Their deep understanding of the air cargo industry and their commitment to excellence make them the ideal partner to represent our interests and serve our customers in these key markets," Gandhia said.