Spread across 8 acres, this greenfield warehousing facility will redefine the region’s cargo supply- chain efficiency
Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited (AISATS), India’s leading airport services management company, today announced the launch of the AISATS BLR Logistics Park at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport). One of the largest on-airport logistics parks in South India, constructed with an investment of INR 200 crores, the facility was inaugurated, marking a significant milestone in strengthening India’s logistics and cargo infrastructure.
BLR Airport is the third busiest in India, accounting for 40% of South India’s total air cargo volumes achieving its highest-ever annual cargo tonnage of 502,480 MT in FY ’25 and aims to handle 1 million metric tonnes of cargo by 2030. The launch of the AISATS BLR Logistics Park is a step towards enhancing cargo handling capabilities, improving operational efficiencies, and catering to the rising demand for faster, seamless, and more sustainable cargo supply chain. Strategically located within the airport premises, the facility will play a key role in supporting exporters, importers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers, ensuring efficient cargo movement and consolidation services.
Spread across 8 acres within Bengaluru’s fast-growing airport, the AISATS BLR Logistics Park is set to become a key enabler of regional trade. The Logistics Park is a cluster of three distinct buildings to serve the cargo community. A modern two-level main warehouse offering more than 240,000 sq. ft of Grade A warehousing space, designed to serve the freight forwarders, express courier operators and leading logistics players. Importantly, this main warehouse includes a common-user general warehouse space to cater for small and medium enterprises and cold storage warehouse space for pay-per-use access, strengthening inclusivity and competitiveness in the logistics ecosystem. To complement this, there is a 11,000 sq. ft public bonded warehouse to allow importers and OEMs to securely store and manage their cargo shipments under Customs bond. The Logistics Park also offers an office block with 24,000 sq. ft of space for Customs House Agents, logistics companies and support services.
AISATS will also provide trucking services to ensure faster, economical and seamless movement of cargo between the Logistics Park and Cargo Terminals at BLR Airport. Sustainability being the key focus, it incorporates several eco-friendly initiatives including rainwater harvesting systems, tapping of natural lights and energy efficient LED lighting system across the facility and waste management based on the Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle principle
Marking the launch of the AISATS BLR Logistics Park, Mr. Nipun Aggarwal, Chairman of AISATS said, “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park represents a landmark achievement in India’s vision for infrastructure-led economic growth. This world-class facility will not only enhance regional economic prosperity but also position Bengaluru and Karnataka as key hubs for logistics innovation and trade excellence. It aligns perfectly with Air India’s vision and commitment towards providing seamless cargo connectivity across India and levelling up the country’s burgeoning cargo and logistics sector.”
Mr. Bob Chi, CEO, APAC Gateway Services of SATS added: “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park is set to play a crucial role in strengthening Bengaluru’s air cargo capabilities, boosting trade, and reinforcing India’s position as a leader in industrial and economic development. It will serve as a vital node in accelerating SATS’ hub handling capabilities across our global network. By streamlining cargo flows and enhancing efficiency at this key gateway, SATS is not only strengthening its presence in the Indian market but also bolstering global supply chains through the seamless movement of cargo worldwide.”
Mr. Ramanathan Rajamani, CEO of AISATS, said, “The AISATS BLR Logistics Park reflects AISATS’ unwavering commitment to advancing India’s logistics ecosystem. By offering world-class infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies, we are dedicated to facilitating efficient cargo movement, driving growth for local businesses, and reinforcing Bengaluru’s position as a major logistics and trade hub.”
Mr. Hari Marar, MD & CEO, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) said, “We are pleased to partner with AISATS on this strategic initiative. The AISATS BLR Logistics Park is a significant addition to our growing cargo ecosystem at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, which is already the leading exporter of perishables in the country and houses the country’s largest domestic cargo terminal by design capacity. This collaboration aligns with our shared vision of building a future-ready, efficient, and connected logistics gateway that supports both domestic growth and global trade.”
The AISATS BLR Logistics Park also aligns seamlessly with AISATS’ national expansion strategy, complementing the upcoming Multimodal Cargo Hub (MMCH) at Noida International Airport. This underscores AISATS’ commitment to establishing a robust, integrated logistics infrastructure across India.
AISATS continues to focus on setting new industry benchmarks through strategic infrastructure projects, digital innovation, and sustainable logistics solutions, reinforcing India’s position as a global logistics leader.
