GMR AIRPORTS LIMITED has informed the Exchange Disclosure under Regulation 30 and 51 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("Listing Regulations")
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GMR Airports Limited (GAL) has been granted the concession to operate, maintain, and manage the existing cargo terminal at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi. This came after the Ministry of Civil Aviation revoked the security clearance of Celebi group entities operating in India, citing national security. Following this directive, DIAL (GAL's subsidiary) terminated Celebi's existing concession agreement and handed over the same concession to GAL on identical terms, as GAL already holds security clearance as a Regulated Agent for cargo operations. The transaction is classified as a related party transaction conducted on an arm's-length basis, with promoters having only indirect shareholding through their stakes in both DIAL and GAL.
This is positive for GMR Airports as it gains direct control over a lucrative cargo terminal at India's busiest airport, potentially boosting revenue and earnings. However, investors should note the national security angle and the related party nature of the deal, which may invite closer scrutiny. Overall, this strengthens GAL's position in the airport services value chain.