Lulu Group has increased its food exports from India to Gulf countries to ensure a steady supply of essential food products amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The company has introduced special chartered flights and cargo shipments to transport fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, fish and other agricultural products to GCC countries.
Through its export division, Lulu Fair Exports, the company operates four chartered flights every month from Kochi International Airport. These services transport more than 320 tonnes of fruits and vegetables to Gulf countries each month.
The company uses special chartered aircraft operated by National Airways to carry these food products.
Over 5,200 Tonnes of Agricultural Products Exported
Since February, Lulu Group has exported more than 5,200 metric tonnes of agricultural products from Kerala through air and sea routes.
The company has also continued food exports from other parts of India to meet demand in Gulf markets.
According to the available figures, Lulu Fair Exports has transported 3,094 metric tonnes of fruits, vegetables and agricultural products through Kochi International Airport and cargo shipments.
Of this, 2,951 metric tonnes were transported by air, while 143 metric tonnes were sent through sea cargo.
A total of 36 chartered flight operations carried 851 metric tonnes of fruits and vegetables to GCC countries.
These special services have helped Lulu Group maintain regular food supplies despite the challenges caused by the West Asia conflict.
Thiruvananthapuram Airport Handles Major Exports
Lulu Group has also exported 2,106 tonnes of fruits and vegetables through commercial flights operating from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.
The monthly export figures show regular shipments throughout the year.
Exports stood at 241 tonnes in March, 336 tonnes in April and 341 tonnes in May.
The company transported 260 tonnes in June, 211 tonnes in July and 252 tonnes in August.
Shipments continued with 183 tonnes in September and 223 tonnes in October. Another 57 tonnes had been exported in November at the time of reporting.
Apart from Kerala, Lulu Group has used flights and special cargo services from Delhi, Bengaluru and other Indian cities to export fish, meat and additional food products.
Special Export Plan Under M A Yusuff Ali
The large-scale export programme was planned by Lulu Fair Exports following instructions from Lulu Group Chairman M A Yusuff Ali.
The main objective is to ensure that people living in Gulf countries continue to receive essential food products without major disruptions.
The company has also made special arrangements during important festival seasons, including Vishu and Onam, to maintain the supply of fruits, vegetables and other agricultural products.
Kochi Airport Records Strong Cargo Movement
At a time when cargo exports from some other airports in Kerala have declined, Kochi International Airport has continued to record strong export activity.
Lulu Group’s chartered flights and shipments through regular passenger aircraft have contributed to this movement.
The company continues to use both air and sea transport to maintain food availability across Gulf markets.
With regular chartered flights, cargo services and exports from different Indian cities, Lulu Group is working to strengthen food supplies to GCC countries during the ongoing West Asia conflict.
