Global industrial real estate leader Panattoni and Kerala-based Edayar Zinc Ltd. have entered a strategic partnership to develop a cutting-edge, Grade A+ multi-client logistics and industrial park in the Edayar Industrial Area, Kochi. The project, with an investment of ₹800 crore, marks Panattoni’s entry into Kerala and will serve as the anchor development within the Kerala Logistics & Industrial City (KLIC)—a flagship initiative by Edayar Zinc Ltd. that aims to position Kochi as a gateway for global industrial and logistics investment.

The agreement was formally executed on 5 November 2025 by Norbert Sumisławski, Managing Director – International Project Management, Panattoni, and Mohamed Bismith, Managing Director, Edayar Zinc Ltd., in the presence of Shri P. Rajeeve, Hon’ble Minister for Law, Industries & Coir, and Shri A. P. M. Mohammed Hanish, IAS, Principal Secretary (Industries), Government of Kerala.

The park will be developed in two phases, beginning with a 20-acre Phase I that will offer 5.2 lakh sq. ft. of world-class infrastructure tailored for e-commerce, FMCG, 3PL, and pharmaceutical clients. Specifications include 12-meter clear height, FM2-grade flooring, 5-tonne/sq. m. loading capacity, K160 sprinklers, and IGBC-certified sustainable design. Construction is set to begin in February 2026, with Phase I operations targeted for February 2027.

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to building sustainable, world-class logistics infrastructure,” said Norbert Sumisławski. “The Kochi project demonstrates how global expertise combined with local entrepreneurship can unlock industrial potential and strengthen regional economies.”

Rajiv Sinha, CFO, Panattoni India, added: “India remains one of Panattoni’s most promising markets. Kochi’s strategic location, connectivity, and industrial base make it ideal for future-ready logistics infrastructure aligned with India’s manufacturing and modernization goals.”

Mohamed Bismith, Managing Director, Edayar Zinc Ltd., noted: “KLIC is designed as a self-sustaining ecosystem that will host more than 50 industrial units, generate over 5,000 jobs, and drive investments exceeding ₹1,500 crore. It represents Kerala’s next phase of economic transformation.”

Future developments at KLIC include the Global Machinery, Equipment & Technology (GMET) Corridor—a platform connecting global OEMs and industrial leaders—and the Industrial Gala, featuring built-to-lease spaces for manufacturing and assembly. The ecosystem will also include a Business Centre, Convention Centre, Medical Centre, Sports and Entertainment Zones, green spaces, and dedicated barge berthing and container storage facilities.

Supported by the Kerala Government’s forward-looking industrial and logistics policies, the project is set to enhance regional connectivity, improve supply chain efficiency, and accelerate sustainable economic growth across southern India.