KARACHI Mr. Adil Mirza Khalmirzaev, Head of Sales, Centrum Air, has said that Centrum Air is one of Uzbekistan’s fastest-growing airlines, committed to providing safe, reliable, and customer-focused air travel.
Operating a modern fleet and an expanding international network, the airline connects passengers to key regional and global destinations while promoting tourism, trade, and economic collaboration through its hub in Tashkent.
He was speaking at a grand launching ceremony hosted by Gerry’s Group at a local hotel. It was largely attended by Mr. Luqman Rasheed, Deputy Director General of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), alongside senior executives from Gerry’s Group and Centrum Air. On the occasion Mr. Arshad Wali Muhammad, Group Director, Gerry’s Group, and Mr. Ken Marshall, Chief Operating Officer – Airline Division, Gerry’s Group, in their speech emphasizing
the strategic significance of the partnership and its contribution to regional aviation growth.
Mr. Adil Mirza, Redefining Regional Connectivity Beginning September 3, 2026, Centrum Air will become the only airline offering exclusive non-stop flights between Karachi and Tashkent, providing travelers with a convenient, affordable, and time-efficient travel option.
The new service is expected to significantly strengthen business, tourism, and cultural exchanges between Pakistan and Uzbekistan while offering passengers seamless onward connections to a growing network of international destinations through Centrum Air’s strategically located hub in Tashkent.
Mr. Arshad Wali Muhammad, Group Director, Gerry’s Group in his remarks said that partnership between Centrum Air and Gerry’s Group combines the strengths of two organizations that share the same values—professionalism, reliability, innovation, and customer service. Together, we are committed to making both the Lahore and Karachi routes successful and to supporting the continued growth of travel between our two countries.
Mr. Shahbaz M. Khan, General Manager Marketing – Airline Division, Gerry’s Group, presented Gerry’s Group’s aviation capabilities, nationwide network, and its commitment to delivering world-class representation and operational excellence for Centrum Air in Pakistan.
The evening concluded with networking sessions involving leading travel agencies, corporate partners, and industry professionals, followed by a ceremonial cake cutting, lucky draw, souvenir distribution, and an exclusive hospitality experience.
