- While the current capacity of the terminals is only 8 million Pax Per Annum (MPPA), the likely passenger movement for FY 22-23 is 12 MPPA
- New Integrated Terminal Building and Refurbishment of existing terminals have been planned
NE BUSINESS BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, JAN 25
Adani Group-run Sardar Vallabhbhai International Airport (SVPI) at Ahmedabad has planned a slew of development and expansion projects to cater to future passenger traffic demand, the private airport said on Tuesday.
The facility, owned by Adani Group, currently has the terminal capacity of 8-million passengers annually, while it is expected to handle 20-million passengers per annum by 2025-26 thereby necessitating the expansion work, which include a new integrated terminal building and refurbishment of existing terminals, it said.
According to the company, while the majority of the capex projects are related to development of airside and terminal capacity matching with projected exponential passenger growth, it is also pertinent to understand that the existing terminal infrastructure is not fully sufficient to handle the current and extraordinary growing demand.
In the current financial year, the passenger movement at the SVPI is expected to be around 12-million, the company said.
In addition to the planned works that are in keeping with the enhancement of terminal infrastructure, some of the initiatives that have already been executed, the airport operator said.
“Adani’s endeavour for the proposed infrastructural development at Ahmedabad International Airport is to establish a viable and sustainable business ecosystem, enhancing the airport’s catchment area, creation of airport infrastructure in accordance with projected traffic, ensuring safe & efficient airport operations along with a brand promise of being a pleasant experience for our passengers at Ahmedabad International Airport,” the statement said..
While majority of the capex projects are related to development of airside & terminal capacity matching with projected exponential passenger growth at Ahmedabad International Airport, it is also pertinent to understand that the existing Terminal infrastructure is not fully sufficient to handle the current and extraordinary growing demand.
The proposed developments are mandatory under requirements of the Concession Agreements signed with Airport Authority of India and are required to adhere to best-in class standards and safety & security of passengers. It is also to be noted that the proposed increase in UDF is being compared with existing UDF rates of Ahmedabad International Airport while there is huge gap between the proposed and existing infrastructure. The proposed UDF rates at Ahmedabad International Airport are in line with other major airports with similar infrastructure.
