IndiGo Airlines, India's largest domestic carrier, is aiming for an impressive global expansion. In an interview with The Economic Times, CEO Pieter Elbers has unveiled his ambitious plans to internationalise the airline. By the end of March 2025, IndiGo aims to expand its international network to 40 airports and start introducing wide-body aircraft by 2027. This expansion strategy is part of a comprehensive plan that aims to make IndiGo one of the leading global airlines by 2030. Focus on international expansion and new markets IndiGo, which already flies to 22 international airports in 29 countries, including Kenya, Indonesia and Hong Kong, has now stepped up its ambitions to play a bigger role, especially in underserved emerging markets. Potential new destinations include Mauritius and Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, among others, according to Indian media reports. Elbers stressed that international expansion is crucial to elevate IndiGo to the league of the world's leading airlines. In the context of Indian aviation, IndiGo has steadily increased its influence in recent years. With a market share of over 55% in Indian domestic traffic and an extensive network of connections within Asia, the airline has already achieved a dominant position. But India's growing importance as an economic center, together with the increasing mobility of the Indian population, opens up significant opportunities to expand on the international stage. Introduction of wide-body aircraft to support the cargo business A central part of IndiGo's expansion strategy is the planned introduction of wide-body aircraft. According to Elbers, this should primarily benefit the airline's rapidly growing cargo business. IndiGo currently operates