9 months ago
International Air Cargo Services Resume at Visakhapatnam Airport
Imagine Visakhapatnam Airport used to send special packages to other countries, but stopped when the big sickness called COVID-19 happened.
Now, after a long time, the airport is sending packages internationally again!
This is great news for people and companies in the area who make things like medicine and clothes.
Before, they had to send their packages through other cities, which took longer.
Now, they can send them straight from Visakhapatnam.
Two planes that carry people to Singapore and Abu Dhabi are already flying a lot, and soon, more planes will be dedicated just for cargo.
This will make it easier for businesses to send their products around the world and help Visakhapatnam connect better globally.
International air cargo operations have resumed at Visakhapatnam Airport since November 15, following a halt since the Covid-19 pandemic.
The resumption was announced by Civil Aviation Minister K. Ramohan Naidu at the 30th CII Partnership Summit.
Currently, two international passenger flights connect Vizag to Singapore and Abu Dhabi with high occupancy.
Dedicated cargo services are expected to commence shortly by IndiGo and Singapore Airlines.
The restoration is anticipated to significantly ease logistics for local industries, including pharmaceutical units, textile manufacturers, and those in the Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone.
- Who
- Civil aviation minister K. Ramohan Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Air Travellers Association (APATA), Vizag MP Sribharat, IndiGo, Singapore Airlines
- What
- Resumption of international air cargo operations
- Where
- Visakhapatnam Airport
- When
- November 15
- Why
- To provide much-needed relief to exporters and industries, ease logistics, and improve global connectivity and Ease of Doing Business for the region.
Andhra Pradesh Air Travellers Association (APATA)
Government/Ministry Officials
Role in Resuming Services
Andhra Pradesh Air Travellers Association (APATA)
Expressed gratitude to Vizag MP Sribharat for persistent efforts with the Civil Aviation Ministry and acknowledged Minister Ramohan's role in facilitating the milestone.
Government/Ministry Officials
Announced the development, marking the end of a suspension and facilitating the milestone.
Key facts
- Airport Name
- Visakhapatnam Airport
- Resumption Date
- November 15
- Services Restored
- International Air Cargo Operations
- Current International Passenger Flights
- Vizag to Singapore and Abu Dhabi
- Occupancy of Passenger Flights
- More than 90% on most days
- Airlines Expected for Cargo
- IndiGo and Singapore Airlines
Quotes
Andhra Pradesh Air Travellers Association (APATA)
A regional association advocating for air travellers and promoting air cargo services.
“This is an opportunity to strengthen Visakhapatnam’s global connectivity and improve Ease of Doing Business for industries in the region”
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