GMR Aero Cargo and Logistics Launches India's First Airside Reefer Truck, Revolutionizing Cold-Chain Cargo Handling

GMR Aero Cargo & Logistics announced the launch of India's first-of-its-kind airside reefer truck at Hyderabad Airport, marking a transformative milestone in temperature-controlled cargo operations.

Landmark Launch
- Event: India’s first airside reefer truck unveiled at Hyderabad Airport.
- Date: January 13, 2026.
- Purpose: To revolutionize cold-chain cargo handling by maintaining unbroken temperature control during airside transfers between cargo terminal and aircraft.

Technical Highlights
- Temperature Range: +2°C to +25°C, covering pharmaceuticals, perishables, seafood, dairy, meat, flowers, and biologicals.
- Capacity: 10-tonne payload, built on a Tata chassis.

Design:
- Internal box size: 22 ft × 9 ft × 6.6 ft with advanced PUF insulation.
- Accommodates two lower-deck ULDs, reducing trips and improving efficiency.

Safety Features:
- Anti-slip flooring, cargo securing mechanisms, safety bollards.
- Thermal strip curtains to minimize temperature loss.
- Real-time digital monitoring of temperature & humidity.
- Backup power supply, fire safety equipment, LED lighting, and beacon signals.

Strategic Impact
- For Pharma & Perishables: Ensures farm-fresh quality and integrity of life-science shipments.
- Operational Excellence: Improves aircraft turnaround time and reduces product risk.
- Global Benchmark: Positions Hyderabad alongside leading international cargo hubs with advanced refrigerated infrastructure.
- Industry Advantage: Strengthens India’s role as a global pharma manufacturing and agricultural export hub.

Leadership Voices
- Pradeep Panicker (CEO, GHIAL): Highlighted commitment to operational excellence and global standards.
- Sanjiv Edward (CEO, GMR Aero Cargo & Logistics): Emphasized customized solutions and customer-centric innovation.

This innovation is a game-changer for India’s cold-chain logistics, ensuring reliability for high-value, temperature-sensitive cargo.