Marking another significant milestone in regional aviation, the inaugural Centrum Air flight from Karachi to Tashkent on 3rd September at Jinnah International Airport represents a new chapter in strengthening connectivity between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.
The inauguration ceremony, hosted by Gerry’s Dnata, brought together distinguished guests and valued representatives from Gerry’s Group, Centrum Air, and the Embassy of Uzbekistan, whose presence made this milestone even more special. The ceremony was graced by H.E. Mr. Alisher Tukhtaev, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan; Mr. Arshad Wali Muhammad, Group Director, Gerry’s Group; Mr. Adilmirza Khalmirzaev, Head of Agents Relations Department, Centrum Air; and Mr. Ken Marshal, Chief Operating Officer, Gerry’s International – Pvt. Ltd.
The occasion was marked by a traditional water cannon salute, followed by ceremonial celebrations with distinguished dignitaries, the cockpit crew, and operational teams, symbolizing the successful commencement of this new international connection.
With direct non-stop flights operating twice a week between Karachi and Tashkent, this new route further strengthens air connectivity between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, creating new opportunities for business, tourism, trade, cultural exchange, and travel between the two countries.
Here’s to stronger connections, new opportunities, and a future of greater regional connectivity between Pakistan and Central Asia.
