{
  "id": 9529765,
  "title": "Cochin International Airport Limited AGM approves 55% dividend to shareholders, launches aviation consultancy services",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/cochin-international-airport-limited-agm-approves-55-dividend-to",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-24T09:25:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/cochin-international-airport-limited-agm-approves-55-dividend-to-shareholders-launches-aviation-consultancy-services/article71503420.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) approved a 55% dividend distribution to shareholders, with the airport reporting a revenue of ₹1,220 crore and a profit of ₹502 crore for the financial year 2025-26. Handling 73,134 aircraft movements and 1.14 crore passengers, CIAL has set its sights on expanding its expertise through the launch of aviation consultancy services under CIAL ACES (Aviation Consultancy and Expert Services). The new division will provide specialized services to airports and aviation stakeholders across the country, including airport planning, runway development, cargo operations, ground handling, and commercial activities. The first project under CIAL ACES is the passenger verification system at Durgapur Airport in West Bengal. Additionally, the airport aims to become a multimodal logistics hub and enhance passenger experience through advanced technology adoption.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}