AFCOM Holdings Limited has successfully received the Certificate of Registration (CofR) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for its third aircraft, while simultaneously experiencing a significant surge in orders due to ongoing geopolitical developments, according to a regulatory filing made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

DGCA Certificate and Aircraft Induction

The company announced in its formal disclosure to BSE Limited that following receipt of the DGCA registration certificate, the third aircraft has been formally inducted into its fleet. This regulatory approval represents a crucial milestone for AFCOM Holdings' aviation operations and demonstrates compliance with Indian aviation safety and operational standards.

Surge in Orders Due to Geopolitical Crisis

AFCOM Holdings reported experiencing a huge surge in orders for additional flights and charters amid the evolving geopolitical crisis and expanding Middle Eastern conflict. The company attributes this increased demand to a complete glut in capacity due to non-availability of Middle Eastern carriers, who are key cargo players in the region.

Operational Response and Route Expansion

To address the high demand, AFCOM Holdings is rerouting stranded cargo by adding multiple additional flights through its transshipment hubs. The company's expanded operations include additional flights to move cargo from Thailand, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka through Maldives.

Company Commitment During Crisis

The company emphasized its commitment to providing appropriate solutions to clientele during the global crisis, helping move stranded cargo while maintaining the highest level of support to clients. Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Ajith Kumar signed the regulatory disclosure, demonstrating AFCOM Holdings' ability to capitalize on market disruptions while serving customer needs during challenging times.

AFCOM Holdings Limited successfully completed its scheduled analyst and institutional investor call on March 06, 2026, with participation from 79 organizations including major institutional investors, mutual funds, and investment firms. The virtual meeting, conducted via Zoom from 12:15 PM to 01:30 PM, demonstrated strong investor interest in the Chennai-based cargo airline's growth trajectory.

Comprehensive Investor Participation

The investor call witnessed participation from a diverse range of institutional investors and organizations:

Strong Q3 FY26 Financial Performance

The company delivered robust financial results in Q3 FY26, showcasing consistent growth across key metrics:

Credit Rating Enhancement and Recognition

Acuite Ratings & Research Limited assigned a long-term credit rating of ACUITE BBB+ | Stable to AFCOM Holdings Limited on January 8, 2026. The company has also received multiple industry accolades including Top Airline by Air-to-Air Import 2026 and Freighter of the Year 2026 at Velana Awards 2026.

Operational Excellence and Network Expansion

AFCOM's operational metrics demonstrate significant improvement with 242 pure charters in Q3 FY26 and an average of 11 round trips per aircraft weekly. The company maintains direct connections to Bangkok, Hanoi, Myanmar, Colombo, and Maldives, with recent expansion to Dubai World Central (DWC).

Historical Financial Growth Trajectory

The company's financial performance shows consistent growth across multiple years:

The successful completion of the investor call with such extensive participation from institutional investors reflects growing confidence in AFCOM's business model and expansion strategy as India's standalone cargo airline continues its growth trajectory in the air cargo industry.