New Delhi, February 03, 2025: GMR Airports Limited (formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited), the largest airport operator in India, is proud to announce its membership in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative.
By signing up for the UNGC, GMR Airports has pledged to align its strategies and operations with the Ten Principles of the UNGC, which focus on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, as well as to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This significant milestone underscores GMR Airports' unwavering commitment to embedding sustainability across its operations, fostering innovation, and driving positive change for communities and the planet.
Building a Sustainable Aviation Future
As one of the foremost airport operators in India and globally, GMR Airports has consistently led by example in advancing sustainability in aviation, aligning itself with the SDGs and India’s national priorities. All GMR's airports are green building certified by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) or the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), ensuring sustainable practices from the design phase itself.
The Company is actively advancing climate action by pursuing carbon neutrality and net-zero emissions through energy-efficient systems, renewable energy adoption, and low-carbon technologies. Its operations prioritize sustainable infrastructure with initiatives like rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling, and circular waste management.
Through the GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, the GMR Group has positively impacted over a million lives in the past decade by promoting education, skill development, and healthcare, and fostering social equity and economic empowerment. Guided by robust governance frameworks, GMR Airports upholds ethical business practices, integrity, and transparency, positioning itself as a catalyst in sustainable aviation.
Commitment to Global Sustainability Goals
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Kiran Kumar Grandhi, CEO & MD, GMR Airports Limited, said:"Joining UN Global Compact marks a pivotal step in our journey towards becoming a global leader in sustainable aviation. As an organization deeply rooted in sustainability, this commitment reinforces our responsibility to create resilient airports that not only connect communities but also protect our planet. By aligning with the UNGC's principles and the SDGs, we aim to inspire transformative change across our industry."
This partnership with the UNGC is a reflection of GMR Airports’ commitment to embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its DNA, ensuring that the growth of aviation is not just sustainable but also inclusive and equitable.
For more information about GMR Airports’ sustainability initiatives, visit https://investor.gmraero.com.
About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)
GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name “GMR AERO”, it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL.
As a platform business, GAL also provides a range of aero services including Duty Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC services. Through its innovative Aerotropolis concept, it develops cutting-edge airport cities giving shape to best-in-class real estate developments in South Asia. GAL operates India's largest third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility through its subsidiary, GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Limited ensuring operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region.
GMR Innovex, a GMR Group entity, is developing and introducing a range of digital solutions to enhance the passenger journey and airport experience. Through GMR Aero Academy and GMR School of Aviation, the company is creating the talent pool necessary to drive the growth of the aviation sector in India (the third largest in the world).
As the largest private airport operator in Asia and the second-largest globally, GAL served over 121 million passengers in FY24 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in airport management as reflected in its consistent rankings for services by ACI and Skytrax. With a robust presence in India and Southeast Asia, the company operates key gateways such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa and Medan airports, while extending its technical services to Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. GAL is also developing transformative projects like the greenfield airports in Bhogapuram (Visakhapatnam), India, and Crete, Greece.
GMR Group, the promoter of GAL has a significant presence in Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. Through its CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, GMR supports local communities, reflecting its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.
Groupe ADP develops and manages airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget. In 2023, the group handled through its brand Paris Aéroport 99.7 million passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, and nearly 336.4 million passengers in airports in France and abroad. Boasting an exceptional geographic location and a major catchment area, the Group is pursuing its strategy of adapting and modernizing its terminal facilities and upgrading the quality of services; the group also intends to develop its retail and real estate businesses. In 2023, group revenue stood at €5,495 million and net income at €631 million.
For further information about GMR Group, visit http://www.gmrgroup.in
Subhendu Ray
COE Head-Media Relations, GMR Group
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Sarvottamjee Jaipuriar
Manager, Media Relations, GMR Group
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