Mr. Nipun Aggarwal is Air India’s Chief Commercial
Officer & Transformation Officer. He joined the
company in January 2022, following his pivotal
role in leading the acquisition of Air India for Tata
Sons.
Aggarwal helps shape and guide the business
strategy across the airline and has been
instrumental in driving commercial successes of
the enterprise since Tata Sons took over
Air India. In this capacity, he oversees several
functions, including aircraft acquisition and
financing, strategic procurement, product
development, network planning, alliances &
partnerships, revenue management, Flying Returns loyalty programme, sales, and
marketing, among others.
He spearheaded the team that secured record-setting aircraft and engine purchase deals
with OEMs, significantly bolstering Air India's future fleet. His strategic vision extends to cost
leadership, with several key contracts negotiated and entered under his direction, putting the
airline on a path to financial efficiency.
This focus on commercial success and operational excellence is built upon Aggarwal's
extensive experience. He brings over 30 years across diverse industries, with a proven track
record in corporate finance, M&A, strategy, and business development.
Prior to Air India, Aggarwal served as Senior Vice President at Tata Sons, where he played a
key role in transforming multiple Tata companies. He has also previously worked at Bank of
America Merrill Lynch, Standard Chartered Bank, and BP PLC.
His leadership extends beyond Air India, as he currently chairs Air India SATS Airport
Services and holds board positions at Air India Express, AIX Connect, and Talace Private
Limited.
He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from IIM Calcutta and a Bachelor’s degree
in Electrical Engineering from the Delhi College of Engineering.
