Cochin International Airport Limited AGM approves 55% dividend to shareholders, launches aviation consultancy services
Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) held its 32nd AGM, approving a 55% dividend for shareholders after reporting strong financial results for 2025-26. The company also launched aviation consultancy services under CIAL ACES and introduced free bridge-mounted equipment power services for aircraft.
Why it matters
CIAL's expansion into aviation consultancy and sustainable airport services demonstrates a successful model of state-backed corporate airport management and innovation in India.
The 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) on Thursday (September 24, 2026) approved the Board of Directors’ recommendation to distribute a 55% dividend to shareholders.
CIAL recorded a total revenue of ₹1,220 crore and a profit of ₹502 crore during the financial year 2025-26. The airport handled 73,134 aircraft movements and 1.14 crore passengers during the year.
Addressing shareholders, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan said CIAL is set to take its accumulated expertise in airport development and operations to new markets through the launch of its aviation consultancy services. The airport company’s experience and technical capabilities would be leveraged to provide specialised services to airports and aviation stakeholders across the country. The initiative would open up new avenues for utilising CIAL’s expertise beyond its own operations, Mr. Satheesan said.
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