Singapore Airlines weighs further Air India funding despite heavy losses
Singapore Airlines may inject more capital into Tata-backed Air India, where it holds a 25.1% stake, betting on India’s fast-growing domestic and international travel market as Air India funds fleet renewal, retrofits and operational upgrades.
Singapore Airlines may inject additional capital into loss-making Air India, in which it owns 25.1%, citing strategic access to India’s domestic and international traffic. Tata-backed Air India is pursuing fleet renewal, retrofits and operational improvements despite major FY26 losses.
Why this matters
The funding review follows Singapore Airlines' recent assessment of Air India funding against cash flow and fleet needs, alongside Air India's plan to add 50-60 aircraft in 18 months and restore most flights from September.
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