Air India and Standard Chartered partner to launch travel and wealth proposition for global Indians
Air India and Standard Chartered have announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration combining travel benefits with cross-border banking and wealth management services.
The offering will initially be available to eligible customers in Singapore and the UAE.
Maharaja Club Status Benefits
Eligible affluent clients of Standard Chartered can receive:
- Maharaja Club Silver or Gold status
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Extra baggage allowance
- Airport lounge access
- Upgrade vouchers
- Bonus Maharaja Points
Additional Benefits for Gold Members
- Access to Star Alliance Gold status.
- Benefits across 25 Star Alliance member airlines.
- Entry to 1,000+ airport lounges worldwide.
- Priority airport services and additional baggage privileges.
Cross-Border Wealth Management Support
Eligible customers will also receive:
- Dedicated relationship management support.
- Investment insights from Standard Chartered's Chief Investment Office.
- Access to exclusive thought leadership events.
- Tailored cross-border wealth and banking solutions.
Leadership Insights
Rajesh Kannan, Standard Chartered
- Said the partnership combines travel, lifestyle and wealth management benefits for Global Indians with international lifestyles and business interests.
Nipun Aggarwal, Air India
- Highlighted the initiative as part of Air India's strategy to deepen engagement with the global Indian community and expand Maharaja Club internationally.
About Maharaja Club
- Redesigned in 2024 with simplified tiers and enhanced benefits.
- Has added millions of new members since relaunch.
Members can earn and redeem points on:
- Air India
- Air India Express
- 25 Star Alliance airlines
- Network covers 104 destinations worldwide.
Expanded Rewards Ecosystem
Members can earn points through 100+ partner brands across:
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Lifestyle
- Financial services
Key Takeaway
The partnership brings together Air India's premium loyalty programme and Standard Chartered's global banking expertise, offering Global Indians a combined proposition of travel privileges, international recognition, and cross-border wealth management benefits.
