Kochi: Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) is all set to begin a new journey of infrastructure development by unveiling seven mega projects in a single day. Chief Minister, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate CIAL’s Import Cargo Terminal, DigiYatra software developed by CIAL and the modernization of the Airport Emergency Service on October 02, 2023. He will also lay the foundation stone for the first phase of the international terminal expansion plan, Golf tourism project and Aero Lounges.
A new apron at the northern flank of the existing pier of terminal-3 sprawling over 15 lakh sq ft along with 2-A terminal expansion spanning 5 lakh sq ft will herald a substantial increase in aircraft parking bays to 44, incorporating 8 additional aerobridges.
The new import cargo terminal will catapult CIAL’s annual cargo capacity to 2 lakh tonnes. With the commissioning of this terminal, the current international cargo space could be repurposed only for export activities which will give a fillip to the government’s intervention in promoting the state’s farm produce. The terminal will be inaugurated and commencement of operation will begin immediately after obtaining clearances from regulatory agencies.
Commencing the construction of the country’s biggest airport lounge facility named ‘0484 Luxury Aero Lounge’, covering 50,000 sq ft with accommodation facility will offer 42 sumptuous guest rooms, bridging International, Domestic, and Business Jet Terminals with meeting spaces and workspaces allowing seamless business operations within the airport confines.
CIAL’s implementation of the DigiYatra system, aiming to equip the passengers for seamless and paperless airport entry, is unique. The software used in this cutting-edge face recognition technology is developed by CIAL’s IT & Communication department. The core software platform integrates with airline and airport systems, and the central DigiYatra platform. Deployed at 22 gates in the domestic terminal, with Belgium-imported e-gates, it promises swift passage eliminating manual checks.
S Suhas IAS, MD of CIAL said that these strategic endeavors signify a new era of development for Cochin International Airport Limited. “Cochin International Airport is on the cusp of a transformative journey, launching seven mega-projects that redefine our developmental trajectory. These signify a new era for CIAL and propel us towards becoming one of the finest airports in India”.
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