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Terminal 1’s new look features a dramatic swooping and curving roof |
INDIA. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) today unveiled its spectacular Terminal 1 expansion plan for Bengaluru International Airport.
In front of a large media audience, BIAL revealed designs and details of the T1 extension, which offers enhanced capacity to cater to the rapidly growing passenger traffic in Bangalore between now and 2015.
BIAL estimates that traffic will increase from the current 10.6 million passengers annually to approximately 17 million. The expansion is scheduled to be completed in 18 months from the commencement of its construction at an estimated cost of IR1000 crores.
The enhanced T1 will be spread over an area of approximately 134,000sq m. Designed by HOK, along with several leading international architects, planners, urban designers, landscape architects & engineering consultants the expanded T1 sports an enhanced and modern design elevation.
The architectural concept is based on the idea of a dramatic swooping and curving roof, under which the building sits. The roof is the unifying element for new and existing facilities, bringing both together as one composition.
It also forms a dramatic canopy to the main entrance, offering passengers and public a giant covered area, protected from the weather. The undulating wave form provides the Terminal with greater physical presence.
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(From left): Sanjay Narayan, GVK Director; Marcel Hungerbuehler, BIAL President; Sanjay Reddy, Managing Director BIAL; and Dr. G. V. Krishna Reddy, Vice Chairman, BIAL watch on with pride as the terminal expansion plans are revealed |
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“The gateway to South India” – GVK Chairman G V Krishna Reddy |
Speaking at the event, GVK Chairman GV Krishna Reddy said: “GVK is proud to be a part of this prestigious project as it serves an important driver for the overall growth of Bangalore, Karnataka and the southern region of India.
“We are committed to the success and growth of Bengaluru International Airport and share the vision of making it the gateway to South India. GVK’s business expertise combined with the operational excellence established by the airport is a perfect combination to achieve both infrastructure and operational growth for the airport.”
Unveiling the T1 expansion design, BIAL Managing Director Sanjay Reddy added: “The expansion of the existing terminal marks a significant milestone for Bengaluru International Airport and is a step towards giving the city of Bangalore an airport that caters to its global aspirations.
“The radiant interiors and breathtaking exteriors will be designed to mirror the rich culture of Karnataka and the vibrant colours of the Garden City. Our thought is to seriously consider the views of the local citizens while realizing the T1 expansion. The shared sneak preview into our communication is designed to generate ideas from the passengers and the city is testimony to our inclusive approach.”
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The dramatic canopy to the main entrance offers passengers and public a giant covered area |
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ABOUT BANGALORE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LIMITED (BIAL)
BIAL is a Public Limited Company under the Companies Act formed to build, own and operate Bangalore”˜s Greenfield private sector-owned and operated airport – the Bengaluru International Airport. Private promoters hold a 74% stake in BIAL while the government holds the remaining 26%.
ABOUT GVK
GVK is among India’s largest infrastructure developers with experience and expertise spanning areas including power, airports, roads, oil and gas and urban infrastructure.
GVK has invested over IR5,000 crore in its various businesses and has on hand- projects in the pipeline worth over IR25,000 Crores. Airports managed by GVK (Mumbai and Bangalore) handle more than 35 million passengers per annum.
ABOUT ZÜRICH AIRPORT
Zürich Airport is a global leader in airport operations with currently ten airports under contract. Zürich Airport’s home base airport in Switzerland has consistently been ranked best or among the top three airports in Europe.
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