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American Swan is PWI’s official lifestyle clothing partner
MUMBAI: Indian online fashion and lifestyle brand American Swan announced its association with the IPL team -Pune Warriors India (PWI). The brand is the official lifestyle clothing partner for the team this season and the Warriors will be seen wearing co-branded American Swan apparel. This association will be promoted by both partners through their digital properties; their official site and social media channels.
As a part of its social & digital marketing campaign, American Swan will leverage the Pune Warriors association to create a social buzz. American Swan’s customers, Facebook fans and twitter followers will get an opportunity to participate in contests, promos and campaigns on their social media channels and e-commerce website; these will include a chance to meet the IPL franchise’s star players, win passes to their matches and also win signed merchandise.
American Swan director, CEO Anurag Rajpal said, “We are very happy to announce our partnership as the official lifestyle clothing partner of PWI. The brand: its products, brand communication as well as our marketing approach are aimed to connect with the youth and young achievers.”
PWI spokesperson Abhijit Sarkar said, “We had a fair expectation of American Swan brand and products considering their approach to fashion and lifestyle. However, the products, which have been customised for our team by the brand, have truly exceeded our expectations. The brand’s style philosophy goes very well with our team’s spirit.”
American Swan adds that the sales that the brand has witnessed from its own portal as well as through aggregators like Jabong, Myntra, Yebhi, Flipkart, Snapdeal and Homeshop18 is encouraging. Online retail it notes has seen a heavy overlap with social networking and search due to aggressive marketing and strong inclination towards social commerce. This insight has been the driving force behind American Swan opting for Digital Marketing as the primary channel to build the brand as well as drive trials and purchase.
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BLR Airport Launches ‘Connections’ Service to Ease Transit Travel
New initiative targets smoother transfers as Bengaluru hub traffic rises 30 per cent.
MUMBAI: Missed connections may be a traveller’s nightmare but Bengaluru is trying to make them a thing of the past. Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has rolled out ‘Connections by BLR’, a new transfer programme designed to take the friction out of connecting journeys. Built around three pillars ease, efficiency and experience,the initiative aims to simplify what is often the most stressful leg of air travel.
The move comes as transfer traffic at BLR Airport climbs sharply, up more than 30 per cent year-on-year. Transfers currently account for around 15 per cent of total passenger traffic and are projected to touch 20 per cent by 2026, signalling a clear shift in how the airport is positioning itself within airline networks.
At its core, the programme focuses on making navigation intuitive and downtime more comfortable. Dedicated transfer desks have been set up across terminals, supported by colour-coded wayfinding blue and yellow signage designed for quick recognition. Inter-terminal movement is being streamlined through complimentary shuttle services with predictable wait times, while designated transfer zones aim to reduce passenger confusion.
Beyond logistics, the airport is leaning into experience. Travellers in transit now have access to a wider choice of lounges, curated retail and food and beverage options, as well as sleeping pods for short stays. For longer layovers, transit hotels in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer boutique in-terminal accommodation, an increasingly sought-after feature as global travel patterns evolve.
The timing is strategic. BLR Airport now connects to 114 passenger destinations 80 domestic and 34 international with key routes spanning Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Pune domestically, and Singapore, London Heathrow, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur internationally. Recent additions such as Hindon, Bidar and Silchar within India, alongside Dammam, Hanoi and Riyadh overseas, are further expanding its reach.
Infrastructure is also catching up with ambition. Developments including the West Cross Taxiway, Terminal 1 refurbishment and Terminal 2 expansion are laying the groundwork for higher capacity and smoother operations critical for any airport aiming to become a serious transfer hub.
Bangalore International Airport Limited chief operating officer Girish Nair framed the initiative as both a response to demand and a forward-looking play. He pointed to the growing depth of the airport’s network and the opportunity to build a more reliable transfer ecosystem that benefits both passengers and airline partners.
In an era where travel is as much about transitions as destinations, BLR Airport is betting that a seamless connection might just be the journey’s most important upgrade.
