India: Shortage of certifying agents hampering exports at Tiruchi airport
Ever since the international air cargo terminal was commissioned in 2011, perishable commodities continue to occupy the lion’s share in respect of overseas cargo since then. This is because of the presence of plant quarantine unit functioning at the airport providing certificates required for the export of perishables.
Stakeholders say other than this unit there is no other certifying agency or laboratory connected with it in Tiruchi to enable the export of other products such as food stuff and other products.
Due to the absence of such certifying agencies at Tiruchi, exporters are forced to travel to Chennai to obtain the necessary certificates, entailing time and cost. Because of this, the airport is being urged to expand their certifying capabillities to ease exports.
source: thehindu.com
