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Improving Cargo Handling: Focus on expanding facilities to meet demand growth
India currently handles around 3 million tonnes (mt) of air cargo per year and the sector has witnessed a steady recovery post the pandemic. As per data from the Airports Authority of India, airports in […]
Raising the Bar: Initiatives for the modernisation of Lucknow, Bengaluru and Hyderabad airports
Indian cities are expanding rapidly in terms of their population and consequently, their geographical extent. As a result, connectivity between different tiers of cities is becoming more crucial. Airports have become instrumental in serving this […]
Building Capacity: Rapid progress by key greenfield airports
The Indian aviation sector has been witnessing fast-paced growth over the past few years. Owing to the projected rise in air traffic demand and the need for capacity enhancement at airports, airport operators have taken […]
Taking Off: Key developments shaping the aviation sector
India’s airport industry has witnessed significant growth over the past few years. The total number of airports has increased from 74 in 2014 to 149 in 2023, with plans to further increase this to upwards […]
Frontrunner in Sustainability: Views of Videh Kumar Jaipuriar on DIAL’s initiatives towards net-zero
The Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi airport) is the largest airport in the country. It is expected to handle more than 72 million passengers by the end of 2024, making it the ninth biggest airport […]
Safety Check: Indian Railways deploying advanced signalling and telecommunications solutions
In recent years, Indian Railways has made significant advancements in signalling and telecommunications (S&T), which has made the railway network robust, secure and modern. Automatic block signalling (ABS) is being utilised for optimal platform utilisation, […]
Green Route: IR’s initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint
Indian Railways (IR) is emerging as one of the world’s leading railway networks, driven by its initiatives and commitment to a greener future. It has taken several steps towards sustainability, such as optimising energy usage […]
Speeding Up: Railway sector on a fast-track growth path
Indian Railways (IR) connects the length and breadth of the nation through a track network spanning more than 120,000 km, servicing over 7,000 stations. In recent years, IR has achieved significant progress in terms of […]
Corridors of Growth: Progress on IR’s mega programmes
Indian Railways has embarked on a journey of transformation. While the dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) aim to revolutionise the movement of goods, the high speed rail (HSR) networks will speed up passenger travel. A look […]
Railway Modernisation: Trends and advancements in the rolling stock segment
Indian Railways has been continuously working towards the modernisation and upgradation of rolling stock. Production has increased in line with the vision of Make in India, and the segment has seen the introduction of new […]
Strategic Makeover: Progress in railway station redevelopment
In recent years, Indian Railways has made significant progress in achieving its vision of modernising stations and transforming them into transportation hubs with state-of-the-art infrastructure, offering world-class amenities. So far, five railway stations have been […]
Expansion Mode: Construction activities to augment network capacity
In the past decade, Indian Railways has undertaken large-scale track construction activities with the aim of increasing its network capacity. In addition to setting up new track lines, significant progress has been made on gauge […]
Smart Infrastructure: Digitalisation gains momentum across sectors
Digitalisation has completely transformed the way infrastructure projects are executed across the world. Its ability to promote collaboration, streamline building processes, assure safety and optimise long-term asset management makes it a vital tool in the […]
Building Resilience: Growing uptake of sustainable construction practices
As the challenges of climate change continue to loom globally, India is prioritising a balance between ecology and economic development. This emphasis on climate resilience and energy efficiency was also highlighted by the Indian government […]
Encouraging Growth: Construction equipment industry witnesses a revival in demand
The construction equipment industry plays a crucial role in stimulating economic development and contributes significantly to the GDP by enabling infrastructure development. Government support in the form of various initiatives such as the National Infrastructure […]
Roadmap to Sustainability: Initiatives driving advancements in the construction sector
The Indian construction sector, the country’s economic engine, has progressed significantly over the past few years. The sector is currently the third largest in the world. With the launch of the ambitious National Infrastructure Pipeline, […]