BIAL to expand domestic & int’l cargo ops, cool port facilities

Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) also has plans to invest in domestic cargo facilities, expand international cargo operations and enhance cool port facilities. Satyaki Raghunath, COO, BIAL shared exclusively with Cargo Talk, “Our focus for the future includes investing in a new domestic cargo facility, expanding our international terminals, enhancing our cool port facilities, establishing a large automated truck parking facility, and implementing a fully paperless system. Transitioning from a concession model to a joint venture (JV) model with a 26% stake in each cargo entity reflects our commitment to making cargo a focal point of our business. We are optimistic about the prospects ahead and aim to reach 1.2 to 1.5 million metric tons by the mid-2030s, representing a significant growth from our current volume. These initiatives underscore our dedication to advancing and solidifying our presence in the air cargo industry.” He added, “Our upcoming plans revolve around strategic partnerships and significant investments to drive the growth of our cargo business.”