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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Flight operations from city airport's new terminal likely from first week of June
Patna: Modern terminal building of the Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport is expected to commence operations two-three days after its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 29. Flight services from the new three-level structure, comprising basement, ground and first floor, will begin in the first week of June. While the ground floor will be dedicated to the arrival zones, first floor to the departures. According to sources, this arrangement has been made to ensure a smooth transition of Airports Authority of India (AAI) offices and airline counters from the existing terminal to the new facility. Patna airport director, Krishna Mohan Nehra, said on Tuesday after the inauguration they require two-three days to organise the new premises before initiating flight operations and the movement of flyers. He said, "We have done preliminary checks, but there are still a couple of formalities that need to be tackled. With the commencement of flight operations from the new terminal, some more aircraft will be added to the existing routes. Presently, the airport is operating 90 flights a day, including 45 arrivals and 45 departures." He said no additional airlines have expressed interest to fly from the airport, and also there are no proposals for international flight operations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The new building, which is spread over 65,155 square metres, can handle 75 arrivals and 75 departures per day and the passenger handling capacity will also increase from 25 lakh per annum to 1 crore annually. The airport officials said with the commencement of operations at the new terminal building, the number of CISF personnel will be increased by 100. "Presently, we have 468 CISF for security. It will be increased to 568," he said. Equipped with modern facilities, the new terminal has 64 check-in counters; 13 boarding gates—eight on the ground floor and five on the first floor; five conveyor belts; eight inline XBIS machines; seven hand baggage scanning machines in the security hold area with automatic tray return system (ATRS) and eight exit gates (four e-gates- digiyatra), food counters, restaurants, shops and lounge. The terminal building at the airport will be a 4-star Griha rating and energy-efficient building. According to officials, of the five aerobridges, only one will be operational initially because the base has not been prepared yet to reach the parking bay. "The base for the other four aerobridges will be constructed once the existing terminal building is demolished. Four more parking bays will come up at the site where the old building exists. Presently, the airport has seven parking bays," he said. With the operation of the new terminal building, the multi-level car parking will also commence operation. The top floor of the G+5 facility is connected to the terminal building's first floor. It will have the capacity to accommodate 7,450 vehicles.
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Kerala's Cochin airport to get threat detection system under Rs2,000 million project
Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL) is making a bold stride into the future with the launch of CIAL 2.0, a landmark initiative designed to completely digitise airport operations and enhance passenger experiences through artificial intelligence, automation, and robust cybersecurity. The Rs2,000 million transformation was launched by Shri. Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala and Chairman of CIAL on May 19. "Cochin International Airport is embracing the future with CIAL 2.0 — a visionary leap into digital transformation that puts intelligence at the heart of every operation. These projects, envisaged as per the directions of the Chairman and board of directors, are part of a comprehensive upgrade of CIAL's digital backbone, including the safeguarding of digital infrastructure, enhancement of security and operational efficiency, introduction of next-generation security systems, and improved passenger convenience through AI-driven solutions," read the statement by S. Suhas IAS, Managing Director, CIAL. Detecting threats At the core of CIAL 2.0 is the establishment of the Cyber Defence Operations Centre (CDOC) — a cutting-edge facility focused on proactively safeguarding digital infrastructure. It is the first full-fledged on-premises server facility at an Indian airport, supported by CDAC, featuring real-time threat intelligence, 24x7 proactive monitoring, and rapid incident response capabilities. With increasing cyber threats in the aviation sector, the CDOC employs advanced security tools to detect, neutralise, and pre-empt external threats, including hacking attempts, malware intrusions, and ransomware attacks. This real-time digital shield ensures that CIAL's vast network and IT backbone remain resilient, uninterrupted, and secure — making it a national benchmark in airport cybersecurity. Full-body scanners for contactless screening Full-body scanners provide fast, contactless, non-intrusive passenger screening that meets international standards. These enhancements ensure seamless yet thorough security checks without compromising passenger comfort. Automated tray retrieval system Deploying the Automated Tray Retrieval System (ATRS) at security checkpoints will improve passenger convenience and processing speed. The system automates the movement of security trays, reducing manual handling and significantly speeding up the cabin baggage screening process. AI-based surveillance system A powerful, AI-driven surveillance network is now active at CIAL, with over 4,000 intelligent cameras monitoring terminal interiors, airside zones, and other sensitive areas. These AI-powered systems use deep learning for behaviour analysis, real-time threat detection, and fast response. The result is a quantum leap in security precision and situational awareness, ensuring that both passengers and personnel operate in a safe environment at all times. Next-gen security infrastructure Security at CIAL is fortified with a suite of advanced tools: Bomb Detection and Disposal System (BDDS) includes new liquid explosive detectors, portable X-ray devices, and Threat Containment Vessels (TCV) for handling high-risk materials. CIAL's digital backbone will be upgraded with the following features: A revamped Airport Operational Database (AODB), Flight Information Display System (FIDS), and Automatic Flight Announcement System Introduction of Common Use Passenger Processing Systems (CUPPS) to allow flexible, shared-use counters for airlines. A next-gen data centre based on Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI), offering scalable, secure back-end support. Upgraded network infrastructure to ensure high-speed and fail-safe connectivity across airport operations. Innovation suite India
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cial to unveil Rs 200-cr tech upgrade
Kochi: Cochin International Airport Ltd (Cial) is set to launch Cial 2.0 , a Rs 200-crore project aimed at fully digitising airport operations and enhancing passenger services using artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced cybersecurity. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the initiative on May the heart of the project is the cyber defence operations centre (CDOC), the first full-fledged on-premises server facility at any Indian airport. Supported by CDAC, the CDOC offers real-time threat intelligence, 24/7 proactive monitoring, and rapid response to incidents. "With increasing cyber threats in the aviation sector, the CDOC employs advanced security tools to detect, neutralise, and pre-empt external threats, including hacking attempts, malware intrusions, and ransomware attacks. This real-time digital shield ensures that Cial's vast network and IT backbone remain resilient, uninterrupted, and secure—making it a national benchmark in airport cybersecurity ," said S Suhas, MD, addition to cybersecurity upgrades, Cial 2.0 includes major enhancements in passenger handling and terminal safety. Full-body scanners compliant with international standards will enable contactless and non-intrusive security checks, ensuring both safety and comfort. Security checkpoints will be equipped with the Automated Tray Retrieval System (ATRS), which speeds up cabin baggage screening by automating the tray movement process and reducing manual AI-driven surveillance system comprising over 4,000 intelligent cameras is now operational across terminal interiors, airside zones, and other high-security areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 月 *만원대 "실비보험" 최적가 비교가입! "가성비 굿 맞춤설계+할인혜택"... 굿리치 보험대리점 (등록번호:제2006038313호) 가입하기 Undo These systems use deep learning to monitor behaviour, detect threats in real time, and enable swift responses to further bolster security, Cial has also added advanced tools like a bomb detection and disposal system, liquid explosive detectors, portable X-ray scanners, and threat containment vessels for managing hazardous materials.
