CIAL work on 25-year master plan
Jacobs (NYSE: J) has been appointed by Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) to develop a comprehensive 25-year master plan for Cochin International Airport in Kochi in southern Indian state of Kerala.
The plan will guide the long-term development of the world’s first fully solar-powered airport, enhancing capacity, operational performance and sustainability, while reinforcing its role as a key gateway for tourism and economic activity across the region.
“Strategic aviation infrastructure is essential to supporting regional connectivity, economic growth and sustainable development,” Jacobs Executive Vice President Sinead Giblin said in a release from Dallas headquarters on 11 Nov.
“This master plan will prepare Cochin International Airport for future passenger and cargo demand while building on its leadership in sustainable airport operations. By combining globaasterl aviation capabilities and multidisciplinary advisory services, we will establish a resilient framework that delivers lasting value for travelers, businesses and communities across the region.”
Beyond infrastructure planning, Jacobs will develop an environmental and social impact assessment framework to guide future airport development, enabling CIAL to balance day-to-day airport operations with sustainability and community priorities as the airport evolves.
Jacobs will lead the master planning from its India operations, supported by specialists across the United Kingdom, bringing together local knowledge and global aviation planning experience to advance CIAL’s long-term development goals.
Cochin International Airport Limited Airport Director Manu G added, “The development of a 25-year master plan is a significant milestone in shaping CIAL’s long-term vision and future growth. We look forward to working with Jacobs, leveraging its global expertise to achieve CIAL’s aspiration in becoming the key to Kerala embracing sustainable and resilient development over the coming decades.”
Ranked as No. 1 in Aviation by Engineering News-Record for the second consecutive year, Jacobs is shaping the future of aviation infrastructure worldwide, supporting delivery of Noida International Airport (NIA), India’s first net-zero emissions airport; providing services at Denver International Airport since its inception; advancing the world’s largest consolidated rent-a-car facility at Los Angeles International Airport; and developing intelligent aviation infrastructure initiatives at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport alongside PA Consulting. Jacobs is currently delivering solutions at more than 150 airports globally.
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