An upgrade of the Kenyan airport Moi increases fruit and vegetable export

Published 2022년 5월 23일

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A Sh7.5 billion (61.4 million euros) infrastructure upgrade at Moi International Airport has boosted the export of fruit and vegetable products. The project included improvements to the cargo terminal, a new airport cold store, ground lighting systems, and approaching light towers. According to the Fresh Produce Consortium of Kenya, the modernization of the airport has significantly enhanced Kenya's export of fresh produce to the international market. Notable exports include chili peppers, green beans, flowers, avocados, and pineapples.

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An upgrade of the infrastructure of Moi International Airport worth Sh7.5 billion (61.4 million euros) has led to an increase in the export of fruit and vegetable products. The upgrade at Kenya's second largest airport included the cargo terminal, the replacement of the airport cold store, ground lighting systems and approaching light towers. According to Okisegere Ojepat of the Fresh Produce Consortium of Kenya (FPCK), the modernization of the airport is an important driver for Kenya's export of fresh produce to the international market. Thomas Kosiom, regional manager of the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) Coast, ...

Source: AGF