Bangkok, Jan. 30 -- Thai VietJet is hoping to build up cargo volumes to support its recently launched passenger operation between Bangkok and Mumbai.

The airline is hoping the route, which was launched in December, will transport general cargo, spare parts and e-commerce shipments out of Thailand.

Meanwhile, from Mumbai key exports are expected to include pharmaceuticals and garments.

There are also transhipment opportunities through VietJet's Bangkok hub to its wider Asia network.

The daily flights will be operated utilising the airline's Airbus A320/A321 aircraft, which offer a maximum cargo capacity of around 16/20 tonnes.

ECS Group subsidiary AVS GSA will manage the cargo operation with the first flight since the partnership on t...