International air cargo ops resuming at Vizag airport

International air cargo operations are all set to resume at Vizag airport and Andhra Pradesh Trade Promotion Corporation (APTPC) has stepped forward to take charge of managing cargo operations. According to experts, pharmaceutical products, textiles, and seafood such as shrimp, which previously lacked efficient transport options due to the absence of this facility, will now benefit greatly. The lack of international cargo facilities since 2019-20, when Visakhapatnam Airport last handled 470 tonnes of international cargo, has been a pressing concern in business circles. Vizag MP Mr M. Sribharat had earlier brought the matter to the attention of the Union govt. He facilitated discussions with airport authorities and central committees, which ultimately paved the way for the revival of air cargo operations, as per a report.