CSMIA revolutionises airport logistics with va-Q-tec container; handles its first frozen ready-to-serve food consignment

The seamless execution of this operation underscores the airport’s efficiency in handling delicate, perishable cargo hence strengthening its position in industry

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has achieved a momentous milestone by flawlessly managing its inaugural shipment of frozen ready-to-serve food products. This achievement underscores CSMIA’s commitment to diversifying its service portfolio and catering to a wide range of product segments.

On November 9, 2023, CSMIA orchestrated the seamless transportation of highly perishable South Indian delicacies, such as Idli and Vada, from Mumbai to Amsterdam via KLM Flight 878. This accomplishment exemplifies the capabilities and dedication demonstrated by CSMIA, showcasing its efficiency in handling delicate, perishable cargo and reinforcing its position in the industry.

• To support highly temperature-sensitive perishables, CSMIA has invested significantly in state-of-the-art cold chain infrastructure

• This ensures that frozen and highly perishable cargo is meticulously maintained at optimal temperatures within the airport’s premises, showcasing CSMIA’s unwavering commitment to meeting the dynamic needs of its customers and expanding its service offerings

Transporting perishable food items, especially those requiring sub-zero temperatures, poses significant challenges. To address this directly, CSMIA employed specialized va-Q-tec containers. Engineered to maintain a specific temperature range consistently throughout the transportation process, these units provide precise temperature control (2 to 8°C), ensuring an uninterrupted cold chain across the supply chain.

The consignment, comprising 264 packages weighing 3540 kilograms, was equipped with coolants and meticulously loaded into two pre-cooled refrigerated va-Q-tec containers. Upon reaching the Cargo Service Centre terminal, the consignment was promptly transferred to the pre-cooled va-Q-tec units, seamlessly processed, and handed over to the carrier within 3.30 hours. BRRING 2.0 Perishable Distribution Solutions Private Limited provided comprehensive cityside cold chain logistics support for this shipment.

CSMIA foresees this venture into frozen delicacy transportation as a promising segment in the air cargo industry in the months to come. Additionally, this initiative has the potential to swiftly expand the market access of local farmers and producers to distant markets. To support highly temperature-sensitive perishables, CSMIA has invested significantly in state-of-the-art cold chain infrastructure. This ensures that frozen and highly perishable cargo is meticulously maintained at optimal temperatures within the airport’s premises, showcasing CSMIA’s unwavering commitment to meeting the dynamic needs of its customers and expanding its service offerings.

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