CIAL launches aviation consultancy services under CIAL ACES

Cochin International Airport LTD is expanding its expertise in airport development and operations to new markets with the launch of aviation consultancy services, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has said. Addressing shareholders at CIAL’s 32nd Annual General Meeting, Satheesan said the company’s experience and technical capabilities would be leveraged to provide specialised services to airports and aviation stakeholders across the country. The initiative is expected to create new opportunities for CIAL to utilise its expertise beyond its own operations. The AGM also approved the Board of Directors’ recommendation to distribute a 55 per cent dividend to shareholders. The consultancy services will cover airport planning and development, runway development, cargo operations, ground handling and commercial activities. The services will be offered through CIAL ACES (Aviation Consultancy and Expert Services), a newly established division of the company.