Bengaluru Airport Unveils India’s Largest Greenfield Domestic Cargo Terminal
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Bengaluru Airport Unveils India’s Largest Greenfield Domestic Cargo Terminal

Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Menzies Aviation have inaugurated India’s largest greenfield domestic cargo terminal (DCT) at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAB/BLR Airport). Spanning 245,000 sq ft across seven acres, the state-of-the-art facility has a peak handling capacity of 360,000 metric tonnes, expandable to 400,000 metric tonnes. Equipped with 42 truck docks, over 400 cargo bins, X-ray-integrated conveyors, and 30 ULD stations, the terminal also features real-time data capture through 40 handheld terminals and self-service kiosks designed to enhance agent efficiency.

Bengaluru Airport’s cargo capacity, which previously stood at 750,000 metric tonnes, is now set to exceed 1 million metric tonnes with the addition of this new terminal. By 2030, the airport is expected to handle 1 million metric tonnes of cargo and accommodate 80–90 million passengers annually, with a long-term vision of surpassing 100 million passengers and 1.5 million metric tonnes of cargo. Bengaluru Airport currently connects to more than 100 destinations, including 75 domestic and 31 international locations, and is served by 38 passenger airlines and 12 dedicated cargo carriers. It remains the third busiest airport in India for both passenger and cargo traffic and is the only airport in South India with two independent parallel runways.

Domestic cargo growth at the airport is being driven by express shipments and perishable goods. E-commerce giants such as Amazon and Flipkart depend on air cargo for rapid deliveries, while the transportation of fresh produce, seafood, and pharmaceuticals requires an efficient and reliable logistics ecosystem. The newly launched terminal is set to further enhance Bengaluru Airport’s position as a crucial hub for domestic cargo operations.

Designed to meet Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) standards, the terminal integrates sustainability into its core infrastructure. It features skylights for natural lighting, advanced ventilation systems, water conservation measures, and energy-efficient design elements, ensuring that operations align with environmental best practices.

Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) is a joint venture between Fairfax India, which holds a 64 percent stake, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) with 13 percent, and the Karnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC), which also holds 13 percent. The launch of the new domestic cargo terminal marks a significant milestone in the development of India’s air cargo infrastructure, reinforcing Bengaluru Airport’s commitment to technological advancement, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Menzies Aviation have inaugurated India’s largest greenfield domestic cargo terminal (DCT) at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAB/BLR Airport). Spanning 245,000 sq ft across seven acres, the state-of-the-art facility has a peak handling capacity of 360,000 metric tonnes, expandable to 400,000 metric tonnes. Equipped with 42 truck docks, over 400 cargo bins, X-ray-integrated conveyors, and 30 ULD stations, the terminal also features real-time data capture through 40 handheld terminals and self-service kiosks designed to enhance agent efficiency. Bengaluru Airport’s cargo capacity, which previously stood at 750,000 metric tonnes, is now set to exceed 1 million metric tonnes with the addition of this new terminal. By 2030, the airport is expected to handle 1 million metric tonnes of cargo and accommodate 80–90 million passengers annually, with a long-term vision of surpassing 100 million passengers and 1.5 million metric tonnes of cargo. Bengaluru Airport currently connects to more than 100 destinations, including 75 domestic and 31 international locations, and is served by 38 passenger airlines and 12 dedicated cargo carriers. It remains the third busiest airport in India for both passenger and cargo traffic and is the only airport in South India with two independent parallel runways. Domestic cargo growth at the airport is being driven by express shipments and perishable goods. E-commerce giants such as Amazon and Flipkart depend on air cargo for rapid deliveries, while the transportation of fresh produce, seafood, and pharmaceuticals requires an efficient and reliable logistics ecosystem. The newly launched terminal is set to further enhance Bengaluru Airport’s position as a crucial hub for domestic cargo operations. Designed to meet Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) standards, the terminal integrates sustainability into its core infrastructure. It features skylights for natural lighting, advanced ventilation systems, water conservation measures, and energy-efficient design elements, ensuring that operations align with environmental best practices. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) is a joint venture between Fairfax India, which holds a 64 percent stake, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) with 13 percent, and the Karnataka State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (KSIIDC), which also holds 13 percent. The launch of the new domestic cargo terminal marks a significant milestone in the development of India’s air cargo infrastructure, reinforcing Bengaluru Airport’s commitment to technological advancement, sustainability, and operational excellence.

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