CIAL – Records Highest-Ever ₹502 Cr Net Profit in FY26

Expert Analysis:

• Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) reported its highest-ever net profit of ₹502 crore in FY26, crossing the ₹500-crore mark for the first time. Revenue grew 6.6% YoY to ₹1,220 crore.

• CIAL handled 1.14 crore passengers and 73,134 aircraft movements during FY26, marking the fourth consecutive year with passenger traffic above one crore.

• The company has recommended a 55% dividend for FY26, subject to shareholder approval, strengthening its shareholder-return profile.

• CIAL is also planning to enter the airport consultancy business, offering expertise in areas such as airport master planning, runway development, cargo infrastructure, ground handling and commercial development. The move targets India's expanding airport infrastructure opportunity, with over ₹50,000 crore of expected investment over the next decade.