BLR Airport handles 483,460 kg mango exports from March to June
July 16, 2021: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (KIAB/ BLR Airport/) has processed 483,460 kilogram of mangoes in four months from March to June, 2021.
This year, Doha emerged as the leading destination for mangoes from Bengaluru, with 140,000 kg, followed by London (68,000 kg) and Singapore (55,000 kg).
July 16, 2021: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (KIAB/ BLR Airport/) has processed 483,460 kilograms of mangoes in four months from March to June 2021.
The month of June witnessed the highest movement of mangoes with 169,882 kg. A total of 158,936 kgs were processed in May, 110,886 kg in April and 43,776 in March.
This year, Doha emerged as the leading destination for mangoes from Bengaluru, with 140,000 kg, followed by London (68,000 kg) and Singapore (55,000 kg).
“Backed by two reputed cargo terminal operators – Air India SATS and Menzies Aviation Bobba Bangalore- BLR Airport has the infrastructure required to ensure the fruits reach their destinations maintaining their quality as well as freshness,” reads the release.
To ensure quality and freshness, mangoes are stored and moved to the aircraft within the required temperature range, reducing waiting time at terminals.
