BLR Airport Flies To New Glory, Inks MoU With Tata Grp

Plan includes enhanced international connectivity, dedicated lounge in T2 Domestic area for premium customers of Tata Group airlines, and an MRO facility.
BENGALURU, Apr 8 (The CONNECT) – Tata Group of airlines and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) have entered into an agreement intended to develop Bengaluru as a premier aviation hub for southern India.
Air India (along with other Tata Group airlines – AIX and Vistara) and BIAL will collaborate to enhance international connectivity, operational efficiency, and passenger experience over the next five years.
This includes strengthening the group’s presence at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (KIAB or BLR airport) through an enhanced network and establishing a dedicated domestic lounge for premium and frequent travellers of Tata Group airlines Air India and Vistara.
As part of this initiative, Air India has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Karnataka to establish comprehensive Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities at BLR airport. This partnership is projected to generate over 1,200 new job opportunities for highly skilled individuals in the state.
Campbell Wilson, Managing Director and CEO of Air India, said, Airline-airport synergy is key to elevated customer experience and efficient operations, while Bengaluru is highly attractive as an origin and destination market as well as a connecting hub.
Hari Marar, Managing Director and CEO, Bangalore International Airport Limited, said, the collaboration aligns perfectly with the Ministry of Civil Aviation’s vision of developing Indian airports as hubs, reflecting our commitment to enhancing the passenger experience.
“Given that over half of the international outbound travellers from Bengaluru and our catchment head to Europe, North America, Australia, and the Far East, our alliance with Air India represents a substantial leap towards this goal,” he said.