AISATS launched MMLP at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) with an investment of `200 crore. It is a step towards enhancing cargo handling capabilities, improving operational efficiencies and catering to rising demand for faster, seamless and more sustainable cargo supply chain.
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Strategically located within the airport premises, the MMLP will play a key role in supporting exporters, importers, freight forwarders and logistics providers, ensuring efficient cargo movement and consolidation services. Spread across eight acres within Bengaluru’s fast-growing airport, the MMLP is set to become an important enabler of regional trade.
The logistics park is a cluster of three distinct buildings to serve the cargo community. A modern two-level main warehouse offering more than 240,000 sq. ft., of Grade A warehousing space, designed to serve the freight forwarders, express courier operators and logistics players. This main warehouse includes a common-user general warehouse space to cater for small and medium enterprises and cold storage warehouse space for pay-per-use access, strengthening inclusivity and competitiveness in the logistics ecosystem. To complement this, there is a 11,000 sq. ft., public bonded warehouse to allow importers and OEMs to securely store and manage their cargo shipments under customs bond. The logistics park also offers an office block with 24,000 sq. ft., of space for customs house agents, logistics companies and support services.
Air India SATS Airport Services (AISATS) will provide trucking services to ensure faster, economical and seamless movement of cargo between the logistics park and cargo terminals at BLR Airport. Sustainability being the key focus, it incorporates several eco-friendly initiatives including rainwater harvesting systems, tapping of natural lights and energy efficient LED lighting system across the facility and waste management based on the reduce, reuse and recycle principle.
Nipun Aggarwal, Chairman, AISATS said, “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park represents an achievement in India’s vision for infrastructure-led economic growth. This world-class facility will enhance regional economic prosperity and position Bengaluru and Karnataka as the key hubs for logistics innovation and trade excellence. It aligns perfectly with Air India’s vision and commitment towards providing seamless cargo connectivity across India and levelling up the country’s burgeoning cargo and
logistics sector.”
Bob Chi, CEO, APAC Gateway Servies of SATS added, “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park is set to play a crucial role in strengthening Bengaluru’s air cargo capabilities, boosting trade, and reinforcing India’s position as a leader in industrial and economic development. It will serve as a vital node in accelerating AISATS’ hub handling capabilities across our global network. By streamlining cargo flows and enhancing efficiency at this key gateway, AISATS is not only strengthening its presence in the Indian market but also bolstering international supply chains through the seamless movement of cargo worldwide.”
Ramanathan Rajamani, CEO of AISATS, said, “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park reflects AISATS’ unwavering commitment to advancing India’s logistics ecosystem. By offering world-class infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies, we are dedicated to facilitating efficient cargo movement, driving growth for local businesses, and reinforcing Bengaluru’s position as a major logistics and trade hub.”
Hari Marar, MD & CEO, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) said, “We are pleased to partner with AISATS on this initiative. The AISATS BLR Logistics Park is an addition to our growing cargo ecosystem at BLR Airport, which is the leading exporter of perishables in India and houses the country’s largest DCT by design capacity. This collaboration aligns with our shared vision of building a future-ready, efficient, and connected logistics gateway that supports both domestic growth and global trade.”
