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.