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Bengaluru Airport Blooms: Record Rose Exports for Valentine's Day
17 Feb
Summary
- Bengaluru Airport exported 60 million rose stems for Valentine's Day.
- Exports increased by 38% in stem volume and 64% in tonnage.
- The airport strengthened its position as India's top perishable export hub.
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru saw an unprecedented volume of fresh rose exports during the recent Valentine's season, shipping around 60 million stems. These exports, totaling over 2,700 tonnes, were destined for 26 international locations and 47 domestic cities.
This year's export figures marked a substantial 38% increase in stem volume and a 64% rise in tonnage year-on-year. These impressive numbers reinforce Bengaluru Airport's position as India's premier hub for perishable exports for five consecutive years. Domestically, 2,402 MT of roses were transported, with Delhi and Kolkata remaining key demand centers, and Kolkata, Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Lucknow showing over 150% growth.
Internationally, Singapore led the destinations, followed by Kuala Lumpur and Abu Dhabi, with new routes including Los Angeles and London Gatwick. The airport's state-of-the-art cold chain facilities, featuring real-time tracking and advanced technology, were crucial in maintaining the freshness and quality of these sensitive shipments during storage and transport.
