Menzies Aviation Opens Pharma Cold Zone Facility At Kempegowda International Airport

Aug. 22, 2014
Bangalore is emerging as an important pharmaceutical hub in South India.

Menzies Aviation Bobba, operating a cargo terminal at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, has opened an exclusive Pharma Cold Zone on Aug.20 for the handling of pharma products.

Bangalore is emerging as an important pharmaceutical hub in South India. To support the demands of the growing local industry, which now has a strong global presence, Pharma Cold Zone will offer accurate and temperature controlled care while handling pharmaceutical products. This temperature controlled cargo handling facility will greatly assist the south Indian pharma industry in enhancing their business and meeting the stringent requirements of global regulatory authorities. 

The state-of-the-art facility provides dedicated truck docks for acceptance, floor-level weighment at acceptance, customs clearance, screening and security clearances, cargo build-up and storage, all under controlled temperature. It is also equipped with data loggers, alarm systems (hooters and SMS) and 24/7 CCTV coverage supported with HD cameras.

Mr V.S Bobba, Managing Director of Menzies Aviation Bobba, said, "With the new and exclusive Pharma Cold Zone facility at our cargo terminal, with temperature controlled and state-of-the-art technology, the company would strengthen its leadership and capability in handling and transportation of pharma cargo between Bengaluru and rest of the world."

Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, Managing Director, BIAL said, "I would like to congratulate Menzies Aviation Bobba (B'lore) Pvt. Ltd on the successful opening of the new Pharma Cold Zone within its existing facility at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. This is well timed and in line with the city's emerging status as the pharmaceutical hub of South India. This airport aims to be the engine of economic growth for the region by connecting Bengaluru to the world and positioning itself as the gateway to south India, not only for passenger traffic but also for cargo. I am delighted  that our partners share this vision."

About Menzies Aviation Bobba (B'lore) Pvt. Ltd.

Menzies Aviation Bobba (B'lore)is a joint venture company between Menzies Aviation and Bobba Group. It is a powerful combination of an international and local aviation expertise in pursuit of making a difference in the cargo handling services at the new green-field airport in Bengaluru. For more information visit www.menziesbobba.com.

Media Contact: Venkata Reddy, [email protected], +91-9538869807, CEO, Menzies Aviation Bobba (B'lore) Pvt.Ltd.

SOURCE Menzies Aviation Bobba (B'lore) Pvt. Ltd.