Upcoming Vizag international airport to house largest MRO, says GMR Group founder GM Rao

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GMR Group plans to build the largest MRO unit at the upcoming Bhogapuram international airport in Andhra Pradesh, set to open by June 2026. This development aims to boost local job opportunities and attract global aerospace manufacturers.
Upcoming Vizag international airport to house largest MRO, says GMR Group founder GM Rao
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The GMR Group is constructing a Greenfield International Airport at Bhogapuram, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, under a Public Private Partnership model. This airport will feature the world's largest Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) unit, as announced by GMR Group founder G M Rao. The project is expected to be completed by June 2026, six months ahead of schedule. The airport will initially accommodate six million passengers annually and is designed to be scalable. Additionally, an integrated aerospace ecosystem will be developed on 500 acres, aimed at attracting global aerospace and defense manufacturers. This initiative is anticipated to create numerous job opportunities for the local youth and empower the region economically.
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    Largest MRO Unit

    The airport will house the world's largest MRO unit.

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    Job Creation

    The project aims to create job opportunities for local youth.

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    Aerospace Ecosystem

    An integrated aerospace ecosystem will be developed.

Takeaways

The Bhogapuram international airport project represents a significant investment in the region's infrastructure, promising economic growth and job creation through its aerospace initiatives.

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