Bahrain hub promises one-hour turnaround

Facilities cater for wide range of temperature-sensitive cargo WHEN IT comes to the movement of perishables, smooth and speedy transhipment is a non-negotiable. And that’s where Gulf Air Cargo is confident it has the edge. “Speedy turnaround and excellent connections have enabled the airline to secure commodities like pineapples, fresh cut flowers and meat on the northbound route from South Africa to a range of destinations, including Kuwait and Baghdad,” a spokesman for agents Aviation GSA told FTW. A diverse product range - from strawberries to shellfish - dominate its inbound cargo leg. With its main hubs in Bahrain and Muscat, the airline handles more than 230 million kilograms of cargo. The Bahrain facilities, operated by Bahrain Airport Services, are well equipped for temperature-sensitive cargo, providing a range of cooling, chilling and freezing facilities, from +5 to -15 degrees C. “Dedicated staff at both Bahrain and Muscat understand the urgency of round-the-clock coverage for transhipments and are able to forward containerised shipments within an hour of arrival at the hub.” Gulf Air has been in the business of moving cargo for more than 50 years.