Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport wins seven awards at FAB conference in California: Report

Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has secured seven awards at the FAB Conference, including 'Airport Lounge of the Year' for its 080 lounge.

Published on: Aug 10, 2024, 11:31:41 IST

By Yamini C S

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Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) has yet again shined at an award ceremony, bagging several accolades in various categories. The airport, operated by the Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), won as many as seven awards at the renowned Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference and Awards held in Ontario, California, The Times of India reported.

The KIA earned the Humanitarian Award for its partnership with Mitti Cafe. (ANI)

According to the BIAL, the airport is the first in India to achieve such an extensive list of awards at this event. The FAB Awards are the sole global event focused on recognizing excellence in airport food and beverage and hospitality services, setting high industry standards, the report noted.

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A highlight of KIA's achievements was the recently launched 080 Domestic Lounge at the Terminal 2, which received the 'Airport Lounge of the Year' accolade. This lounge, designed to reflect Karnataka’s cultural heritage with a modern twist, provides an exceptional experience for travellers, the publication stated. Additionally, KIA earned the Humanitarian Award for its partnership with Mitti Cafe, which has positively impacted people with disabilities through the launch of the first Airport Mitti Cafes.

The BIAL's Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Kenneth Guldbjerg, spoke to reporters and said, "We are immensely proud to be the first Indian airport lounge to receive such prestigious recognitions at the FAB Awards. The 080 lounge is more than just a space, it's a journey through Karnataka's rich cultural landscape, blending traditional elements with modern comfort."

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The airport, which is India's third busiest, recently issued a passenger advisory saying it is anticipating an increase in passenger footfalls in upcoming weeks, ahead of a long weekend including Independence Day. The airport also introduced its new official anthem, a unique Kannada-English musical composition created by the renowned three-time Grammy Award winner, Ricky Kej.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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