Adani Airport Holdings has decided to part ways with Turkish company Çelebi for the Mumbai and Ahmedabad airports, following a national security directive from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). This directive led to the revocation of Çelebi’s security clearance, prompting Adani Airport Holdings to take action. As a result, Çelebi has been instructed to hand over all ground handling facilities to ensure the smooth functioning of operations at the airports.
The termination of the partnership between Adani Airport Holdings and Çelebi has significant implications for the airports in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The decision was made in response to the government of India’s decision to revoke Çelebi’s security clearance, which ultimately led to the termination of the ground handling concession agreements. This move aims to uphold national security interests and ensure the safety of passengers, airlines, and cargo stakeholders.
The transition to new ground handling agencies will involve the transfer of all existing employees of Çelebi at the Mumbai and Ahmedabad airports to the new service providers. Adani Airport Holdings has assured stakeholders that efforts are underway to maintain high standards of service and operational efficiency during this period of change. The company is committed to providing seamless services to airlines without disruptions, despite the abrupt exit of Çelebi from the airports.