Ajinkya Gurav
Birmingham
Summary
Accomplished aviation journalist and analyst with over a decade of experience specializing in passenger and cargo operations. Holds a Master’s degree in Air Transport Management from De Montfort University. Currently serving as the Regional Representative (APAC) for Air Cargo Week, delivering in-depth coverage and analysis of the air cargo industry. Additionally, contributes to Green Mobility magazine, focusing on sustainable and clean aviation initiatives. Recognized as a notable speaker at various industry conferences, where key ideas and partnerships were discussed to realize the full potential of the air freight industry. Combines a passion for aviation with a commitment to advancing sustainable practices within the industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation & Aerospace Journalist
Green Mobility Magzine
Paris
07.2024 - Current
- Authored insightful articles and analyses on aviation sustainability, policy developments, and industry trends.
- Moderated roundtable discussions on sustainable tourism to engage key stakeholders in environmental dialogues.
- Conducted comprehensive research on sustainable aviation initiatives and regulatory changes for timely reporting.
- Collaborated with editorial team to align content with magazine's mission for mobility professionals.
- Established relationships with industry experts and policymakers to gather exclusive insights for publication.
- Enhanced digital presence through contributions to online platforms, increasing reader engagement with multimedia content.
Regional Correspondent (Asia-Pacific)
Air Cargo Week
Surrey
02.2024 - Current
- Produced high-quality, engaging articles on Asia-Pacific air cargo industry, including news, features, and interviews.
- Conducted in-depth research on market trends, challenges, and opportunities in Asia-Pacific air cargo sector.
- Established relationships with airlines, airports, freight forwarders, and logistics providers for reporting insights.
- Attended industry events and conferences to provide timely coverage and analysis for Air Cargo Week.
- Contributed content for digital platforms to enhance Air Cargo Week's online presence in Asia-Pacific region.
Aviation Journalist & Route Development Analyst
Aviation Source News
London
11.2021 - Current
- Delivered high-quality written content that was insightful and informative.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
- Performed in-depth research into topics to write clear and accurate copy.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering a range of topics.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics, including aviation, Geo-politics, traffic trends and aircfat analysis subjects.
- Performed extensive research to back up stories.
- Oversaw creation of strategic models for diverse accounts with strong focus on ensuring compliance with requirements, preferences and missions.
- Utilised data modelling knowledge and statistical analysis to note trends and draw conclusions.
Co-Founder
MBS Getaways
Birmingham
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided organisational leadership and established business vision to achieve sales, profit and revenue goals.
- Monitored industry trends and attended trade shows, selecting and purchasing products for resale.
- Enforced policies and regulations to maintain organisational compliance.
- Managed financial functions such as operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Elicited stakeholder feedback and collaboration at regular meetings.
- Conducted root cause analysis to formulate countermeasures to business mistakes and improve operations.
- Developed, optimised, and implemented organisational change management strategies.
Operations Lead
Itinerary Inc.
Mumbai
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Designed and implemented targeted solutions to precise client needs using various database structures.
- Used exceptional organisation and planning skills to effectively manage timely distribution processes.
- Managed full lifecycle acquisitions, including processing responsibilities and comprehensive interpretations.
- Closely monitored quality standards, ensuring end results consistently met product requirements.
- Gathered and analysed data and information to determine ongoing and create new policies.
Travel Lifestyle Manager Business and Private Jet
Ten Intelligent Group.
London / Mumbai
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Ensured thorough fact checking across written articles for consistent accuracy, reliability and compliance.
- Researched and advised on key business issues to best implement targeted policy adaptations.
- Managed expansive client caseloads effectively and efficiently through faultless organisation and time management.
- Used excellent communication and teamwork abilities to aid collaborative achievement against daily productivity targets.
Operations Travel Consultant (Corporate) Part Time
Access Bookings Ltd.
Birmingham, United Kingdom
09.2012 - 12.2012
- The esteemed organization provides complete corporate travel solutions to top MNC and Government organizations.
- Job consists of handling and executing complex itineraries with respect to travel requirements of client. Round the clock operations from office based at London. Major client include BBC, NGC and various other top organizations.
- Financial planning with respect to client’s pre decided job category wise travel budgeting.
- Arranging Charter Jet and Helicopters for company staff at executive levels with proper negotiations from suppliers.
- Execution and analysis of monthly travel volume with the help of our corporate solution database systems.
- Adhere the company policies and budget guidelines for travel arrangements and allocate the timely managed execution of bookings. Job Responsibilities / Areas served – MICE Operations / Business Travel Operations and Management / Airline routes management and planning / Airport operations/ Charter Jet Brokerage.
Operations Aviation Coordinator
Supreme Group FZE
Dubai / Kandhar
11.2010 - 08.2012
- Utilised expertise in various audio structures, dynamics and routing to provide well-rounded technical support.
- Maintained comprehensive expertise in national and regional policy agenda, effectively shaping future developments.
- Conducted Weekly site surveys of helicopter pads and runways, ensuring landings stayed safe, in compliance with NATO standards.
- Directed on-ground emergency management activities.
- Recommended flight plan alternatives and coordinated aircraft diversions.
- Researched continually to stay up to date on new FAA rules and policies.
- Reviewed requests for activities impacting National Air Space (NAS) and Special Use Airspace (SUA) management.
- Utilised outstanding communication and negotiation skills to enhance developments in regional policy agenda.
- Optimised regiment morale through compassionate leadership, aiding high-performing operational delivery.
- Liaised with cross-functional teams to produce functional, high-performing database architectures.
Executive (Travel Operations Team)
Transglobe Destinations Management Consultant
Mumbai, India
01.2009 - 05.2010
- Handling all the operations aspects of the corporate travel, since the company deals in major of MICE and corporate business travel solutions
- The job also includes the tour escorting and management to all destinations. Includes dealing with the various suppliers and counterparts in Europe, Asia, Australia and USA/Canada.
- Team Leader of International Marketing.Working close with various Consulate Generals for the recent updates on various visa categories and documentation of visa cases.
- Job Responsibilities / Areas served – Product Development, MICE Operations + Sales + Marketing / Core MICE Operations management for International destinations / Business Travel Operations/ B2B & B2C/ Client relationship management
Travel Executive/ Tour Operations (Part Time)
A-1 Travel Services Ltd
London, United Kingdom
02.2008 - 01.2009
- Handling international flight and allied services bookings to Middle East, Asia, and Pacific, America by using various GDS systems which includes Saber, Galileo, and Amadeus.
- Handled travel arrangements for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
- Ensured relevant paperwork was completed and stored safely for thorough records and compliance.
- Built customer loyalty through exceptional service, consistently growing repeat business to ensure excellent sales figures.
- Job Responsibilities / Areas served – FIT + GIT core sales + operations for UK markets
Education
Master of Science - Air Transport Management
De Montfort University
Leicester. United Kingdom2021
Bachelor of Arts - Aviation and Tourism
University College Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom2018
Higher National Diploma - Tourism and Aviation
IHMES International School
Douglas, Isle of Man, U.K2007
Skills
- Inspiring leadership
- Aviation management
- Air and space policy
- Risk analysis
- Flight operations management
- Air traffic control
- Transport law
- Airfield management
- GDS expertise
- Product development
- Research writing
- Lecture planning
- Literature review
- Academic advising
- Course preparation
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Research skills
- Policy writing
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder relations
- Project management
- Editorial collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Blog writing
Affiliations
- Member Professional of Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
- Member of Institution of American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
Education
other,other,other
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Aviation & Aerospace Journalist
Green Mobility Magzine
07.2024 - Current
Regional Correspondent (Asia-Pacific)
Air Cargo Week
02.2024 - Current
Aviation Journalist & Route Development Analyst
Aviation Source News
11.2021 - Current
Co-Founder
MBS Getaways
06.2018 - 02.2020
Operations Lead
Itinerary Inc.
07.2016 - 07.2017
Travel Lifestyle Manager Business and Private Jet
Ten Intelligent Group.
06.2014 - 11.2014
Operations Travel Consultant (Corporate) Part Time
Access Bookings Ltd.
09.2012 - 12.2012
Operations Aviation Coordinator
Supreme Group FZE
11.2010 - 08.2012
Executive (Travel Operations Team)
Transglobe Destinations Management Consultant
01.2009 - 05.2010
Travel Executive/ Tour Operations (Part Time)
A-1 Travel Services Ltd
02.2008 - 01.2009
Master of Science - Air Transport Management
De Montfort University
Bachelor of Arts - Aviation and Tourism
University College Birmingham
Higher National Diploma - Tourism and Aviation
IHMES International School
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