Bengaluru: It’s raining roses at Bengaluru Airport popularly known as Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) operated by Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL)! This Valentine’s season, BIAL has shipped a staggering 29 million rose stems, weighing in at 1,222,860 kilograms. This represents a remarkable 108% increase in the tonnage processed compared to the same period last year.
BIAL has solidified its reputation as the No.1 for perishables in India, surpassing last year’s bouquet of 15.4 million stems. The airport witnessed exponential growth in both international and domestic rose shipments, with 9 million stems bound for international destinations, marking a 14% increase from last year, and 20 million stems shipped domestically, reflecting a remarkable 148% increase.
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The top international destinations for roses from Bengaluru are Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Kuwait, Manila, and Sharjah, while top domestic cities include Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Guwahati, and Jaipur.
Maintaining quality, temperature control, and ensuring faster turnaround times are critical for perishable items like roses. BIAL has invested in real-time tracking to empower stakeholders to proactively address temperature excursions, ensuring the integrity of sensitive products. Advanced monitoring at dedicated cold chain centres guarantees an unbroken cold chain, translating into faster handling, enhanced security, and sustainable practices.
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Looking ahead, BIAL with its partners WFS Bengaluru Pvt. Ltd. is committed to expanding its cold chain capacity to approximately 80,000 metric tonnes per annum and investing in the export of perishables.
Our partnerships with two new partners, WFS and Menzies Aviation, for operating BIAL’s cargo terminals for 15 years is expected to further enhance cargo handling efficiencies, solidifying the Airport’s position as one of the leading players in the ever-evolving air cargo landscape.
