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Hyderabad, 03 December 2024: GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC) has been honoured with the prestigious Gold Award in the ‘Time Critical Logistics Solution Provider of the Year’ category at the 5th Edition of the Southeast Air Cargo Conclave and Awards 2024 (SEAC 2024) held recently in Chennai. This recognition underscores GHAC’s unparalleled excellence in handling time-sensitive shipments, showcasing its operational efficiency and commitment to delivering world-class logistics solutions.

The Southeast Air Cargo Conclave and Awards, a premier event in the air cargo industry, brings together the best minds from across the sector, including air freight leaders, regulators, and policymakers. The awards are a symbol of excellence in the South Indian air cargo space.

Speaking about this achievement, Mr. Pradeep Panicker, CEO – GHIAL said “This award is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of our team at GHAC. Time-sensitive logistics requires precision, agility, and a relentless commitment to excellence, and this win highlights our ability to meet the standards consistently. Our success is not just a reflection of our world-class infrastructure but also of our ability to work closely with our stakeholders to deliver seamless and timely solutions. We are deeply honoured to receive this prestigious award, and we will continue innovating and raising the bar in air cargo logistics.”

The recognition at SEAC 2024 follows GHAC’s continuous efforts to strengthen its time-critical logistics capabilities, which are essential for industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and e-commerce to high-tech and automotive. GHAC’s strategic location at the heart of South India, coupled with its robust infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies, has made it a preferred choice for handling time-sensitive shipments that demand quick turnaround times.

GHAC’s win in the ‘Time Critical Logistics Solution Provider of the Year’ category underscores its leadership in advancing South India as a global air cargo hub. As major Indian airports evolve, GHAC continues to drive innovation, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of air cargo services. This recognition further solidifies GHAC’s reputation as a leader in delivering timely, efficient logistics solutions.

GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC) continues to lead in operational excellence with significant infrastructure advancements and certifications. Recently, GHAC enhanced its temperature-sensitive cargo handling with dedicated zones for perishable, frozen, and temperature-controlled shipments, including a Superstore for vaccines and Cooltainer storage.

The introduction of the Air Cargo Community System (ACS) has streamlined operations, driving digitalization and process efficiency. GHAC is ranked 1st in imports and 2nd in exports for customs release times, demonstrating its efficiency in cargo clearance. As a WHO-GDP, IATA-ISAGO, and TAPA FSR-certified facility and CTPAT, GHAC is expanding with plans to increase its foot print with new enhanced infrastructure, positioning Hyderabad as a key transhipment hub in India’s growing air cargo sector.