Panattoni, Edayar Zinc to build ₹800 crore industrial park in Kochi
Construction will begin in February 2026, with Phase 1 operations expected by February 2027.
Panattoni and Edayar Zinc Ltd. have announced that they will jointly develop an ₹800 crore multi-client industrial and logistics park in Edayar Industrial Area, Kochi.
The project, marking Panattoni’s entry into Kerala, will be built under a strategic partnership and serve as the anchor development of the Kerala Logistics & Industrial City (KLIC) initiative. Construction will begin in February 2026, with Phase 1 operations expected by February 2027.
The agreement was signed by Norbert Sumisławski, Managing Director– International Project Management, Panattoni, and Mohamed Bismith, Managing Director, Edayar Zinc Ltd., in the presence of Kerala’s Industries Minister P. Rajeeve and Principal Secretary (Industries) A. P. M. Mohammed Hanish.
The park will be developed in two phases, beginning with 20 acres and 5.2 lakh sq. ft. of facilities designed for e-commerce, FMCG, 3PL, and pharmaceutical clients. It will feature a 12-metre clear height, FM2-grade floors, 5-tonne per sq. m. loading capacity, K160 sprinklers, and IGBC-certified sustainable design.
Norbert Sumisławski said, “This partnership with Edayar Zinc Ltd. reflects our shared commitment to developing world-class, sustainable, and flexible logistics infrastructure. The Kochi project exemplifies our model of combining global expertise with local entrepreneurship to unlock industrial potential and create employment opportunities that strengthen regional economies.”
Rajiv Sinha, CFO, Panattoni India, said, “India continues to be one of Panattoni’s most promising growth markets. Our partnership with Edayar Zinc Ltd and the Kerala Government underscores our commitment to expanding into high-potential regions and delivering infrastructure that supports India’s logistics modernisation. Kochi’s strategic location, industrial heritage, and connectivity make it an ideal hub for future-ready development aligned with the country’s manufacturing ambitions.”
Mohamed Bismith said, “We plan to have more than 50 industrial units that will create over 5,000 jobs, and we expect to attract over ₹1,500 crore in investments from various industrial and logistics projects. KLIC is meant to be a self-sustaining area that promotes ongoing industrial growth and helps Kerala's economy move forward.”
Future projects at KLIC will include the Global Machinery, Equipment and Technology Corridor and the Industrial Gala, which offer built-to-lease spaces for manufacturing and assembly. The park will also include a business centre, convention centre, medical centre, sports and entertainment zones, green spaces, and barge berthing and container storage facilities.
The project aligns with the Kerala Government’s industrial and logistics policies and aims to improve regional connectivity, supply chain efficiency, and economic growth across southern India.
