CIAL – 55% Dividend Approved; Launches Aviation Consultancy Services

Expert Analysis:

55% dividend approved: CIAL shareholders approved the Board’s recommendation of a 55% dividend for FY26, supported by record ₹502 Cr profit on ₹1,220 Cr revenue.

New consultancy business: CIAL launched CIAL ACES (Aviation Consultancy & Expert Services) to monetise its expertise in airport planning, runway development, cargo, ground handling and commercial operations.

First project secured: CIAL ACES’ first assignment is a passenger verification system at Durgapur Airport, providing an initial opportunity to build an external aviation-services revenue stream.

Diversification underway: CIAL is also pursuing a multimodal logistics hub and Global Convention Centre, while expanding revenue opportunities and passenger-focused technology initiatives.