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Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM praises Cial for socializing profit, launches digitization project
Kochi: Lauding Cochin International Airport Ltd (Cial) for being a model for socializing profit, chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday launched the Rs 200-crore Cial 2.0 project , which aims to fully digitize airport operations. Vijayan emphasized the strategic importance of ensuring safety of air passengers and protection of airport assets. With around 50,000 passengers travelling through Kochi airport daily and close to 1,00,000 people visiting the premises for travel-related needs, security of digital assets becomes even more significant. The airport also hosts over 400 govt and non-govt agencies, 30 airlines, around 200 commercial establishments, including hotels, and more than 12,000 employees, making it a vast and complex travel hub. Cial 2.0 project incorporates various initiatives focused on artificial intelligence, automation and foolproof cybersecurity to tackle emerging challenges in cyberspace and enhance travel experience. As part of the project, full-body scanners have been introduced, eliminating need for physical pat-downs during security checks. An automated tray retrieval system has been implemented to speed up cabin baggage screening. Additionally, 4,000 AI-enabled surveillance cameras have been installed to strengthen airport and perimeter security. Airport's existing bomb detection and disposal system is also being upgraded. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo "Apart from these initiatives, several large-scale projects launched last year are progressing rapidly. Apron construction, part of the Rs 700-crore international terminal development, is in its final stages. Commercial zone being constructed in front of Terminal 3 is also advancing steadily. These developments have created around 29,000 job opportunities," said a Cial official. Cial authorities said the firm is committed to offering maximum benefits to investors, local communities and workers. "In 2023-24 fiscal year, it distributed a 45% dividend to investors," said an official. The company also undertook multiple bridge construction projects and recently launched a society for cargo loading and unloading contract workers, which is functioning effectively. Cial plays a key role in Wayanad Model Township project initiated by state govt. It is independently installing solar panels on all 400 houses in the township. Industries minister P Rajeeve presided over the inaugural event. MLAs Anwar Sadath and Roji M John; MPs Benny Behanan, Hibi Eden and Haris Beeran, and Cial managing director S Suhas also attended the programme. As part of the event, aero digital summit featuring an AI experience centre, a robotics display and a panel discussion involving leading national AI experts were held.
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.
