Hyderabad’s position as a key logistics and infrastructure hub in southern India, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd (GHIAL), a subsidiary of GMR Airports Ltd, has finalised the acquisition of ESR GMR Logistics Park Pvt Ltd (EGLPPL), making it a wholly owned entity.
The acquisition, valued at Rs 41.05 crore, was formalised through a share purchase agreement with the remaining shareholders of EGLPPL.Until now, GHIAL indirectly held a 30% stake in EGLPPL through its wholly owned subsidiary, GMR Hyderabad Aerotropolis Ltd (GHAL). With this transaction, GHIAL will acquire the outstanding 70%, gaining complete operational and strategic control of the logistics venture. EGLPPL, which has been focused on developing warehousing and logistics infrastructure in proximity to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), is now expected to play a pivotal role in GHIAL’s long-term plans to build a sustainable and integrated airport city.
The acquisition underscores GHIAL’s strategy to optimise the use of airport-adjacent land for high-impact, climate-resilient infrastructure. With warehousing and logistics forming the backbone of modern supply chains, GHIAL aims to transform its Aerotropolis model into a template for low-carbon urban development by integrating industrial, commercial, and hospitality projects within a well-connected green ecosystem.
As Indian cities increasingly grapple with the need for decentralised logistics, efficient urban freight movement, and clean industrial growth, the Hyderabad Aerotropolis stands out as a future-ready solution. By gaining full ownership of EGLPPL, GHIAL is positioned to speed up infrastructure delivery, streamline planning approvals, and attract logistics players that value proximity to the airport, multimodal transport access, and sustainable operating environments.
Industry experts believe this acquisition also supports the national goal of transitioning towards greener, digitally enabled logistics corridors. GHIAL’s push into warehousing and logistics is expected to encourage adoption of environmentally friendly technologies, such as solar-powered warehouses, EV-based last-mile delivery systems, and green building standards—all aligned with India’s broader commitments to climate action and economic decarbonisation.
With the warehousing sector in India witnessing rapid growth, especially in high-demand urban nodes such as Hyderabad, this acquisition could serve as a blueprint for other airports looking to monetise their land banks without compromising on sustainability goals. GHIAL’s strategic bet on infrastructure diversification also reflects growing investor confidence in airport-linked ecosystems that serve beyond aviation, including logistics, manufacturing, and services.As of May 22, 2025, shares of GMR Airports Ltd were trading modestly higher at ₹88.10 on the Bombay Stock Exchange, signalling market approval of the move.
By consolidating control over EGLPPL, GHIAL is not just expanding its logistics footprint but also setting the stage for Hyderabad’s emergence as a leader in green logistics and equitable urban expansion—an approach that may well define the future of sustainable infrastructure development in India.
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