IndiGo has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bangalore International Airport (BIAL) to build an MRO facility at the BIAL-owned Kempegowda International Airport.
Under the agreement, BIAL will allocate around 31 acres of land to IndiGo for development of the facility. The MRO facility will be equipped to handle both narrowbody and widebody aircraft, further strengthening IndiGo's maintenance capabilities and operational presence at the Bengaluru Airport.
“Developing broad IndiGo MRO capabilities marks a significant and very strategic step for IndiGo,” said IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers. “Partnering with BIAL underlines our shared commitment to drive long-term growth of the aviation ecosystem in Bengaluru and cement its status as, amongst the best and world-class international hubs in India.”
BIAL CEO and managing director Hari Marar said: “We had a very successful, long-term relationship with IndiGo and this collaboration further strengthens our association with the airline. This is a strong validation of the growth potential of BLR Airport and the City of Bengaluru as a premier aviation hub.”
The agreement also outlines broader collaboration in areas including network expansion, infrastructure development, and joint marketing initiatives.