Jacobs to develop 25-year master plan for Cochin International Airport in India
Business Wire•11/11/2026•06:45 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Jacobs appointed to develop Cochin International Airport’s 25-year master plan
- ➤Plan targets future passenger and cargo demand, capacity and operational performance
- ➤Cochin International Airport is described as the world’s first fully solar-powered airport
- ➤Jacobs will create an environmental and social impact assessment framework
- ➤Jacobs currently delivers solutions at more than 150 airports globally
Expert Statements
Sinead Giblin, Executive Vice President of Jacobs
“Strategic aviation infrastructure is essential to supporting regional connectivity, economic growth and sustainable development. 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 global aviation capabilities and multidisciplinary advisory services, we will establish a resilient framework that delivers lasting value for travelers, businesses and communities across the region.”
Manu G, Airport Director of Cochin International Airport Limited
“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.”
Jacobs to develop 25-year master plan for Cochin International Airport in India
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, Kerala, India. 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.
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