IndiGo and BIAL sign MoU to build ‘world class’ MRO facility in Bengaluru

Under the agreement, BIAL will allocate around 31 acres of land to IndiGo for development of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) infrastructure to support the airline’s expanding fleet. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped to handle both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft.

Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo said: “Developing broad IndiGo MRO capabilities marks as significant and very strategic step for IndiGo. Partnering with BIAL underlines our shared commitment to drive long-term growth of the aviation on ecosystem in Bengaluru and cement its status as, amongst the best and world-class international hubs in India. Together with BIAL, we are further shaping the future of Indian aviation on by focusing on innovation, growth and global connectivity that will define India’s leadership in the skies. We see this collaboration as a pivotal step towards building a significant global presence for IndiGo, as well as for India”

Hari Marar, MD & CEO, Bangalore International Airport (BIAL) said: "We are delighted that India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has chosen Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport), to set up its latest MRO facility and enhance its operations. We have had a very successful, long-term relationship with IndiGo and this collaboration further strengthens our association with the airline. This is a strong validation of the growth potential of BLR Airport and the City of Bengaluru as a premier aviation on hub. The partnership reinforces our commitment to developing world-class aviation infrastructure and enhancing BLR Airport’s role as India’s premier aerospace and MRO hub. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Government of Karnataka for their continued support in making this collaboration on possible and enabling us to drive forward the next phase of aviation on-led growth for the region."