We’ve read a lot about how a Public Private Partnership succumbed in their operation, in many places. On the contrary, Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) is fluid in its operations and also an example where a Public Private Partnership worked wonders. Since its development, the company has grown exponentially. Cochin Airport, our first venture, was an instant hit- not only in terms of finance, but also the way it facilitated the local people in their transportation and also by providing jobs to qualified persons, which all-together made the Airport, a phenomenal success. We believe there should be a moment where the success is to be savoured and after that, work should restart. Hence, elaborate plans were made to develop the adjoining land, near the Cochin Airport. A master plan which included the establishment of everything from Aircraft maintenance to Convention centre, was prepared. The CIAL Golf Club (CGC), the only ‘18 Hole’ golf course in Kerala, has been developed on 130 acres of rolling greens. Open 365 days a year, CGC is designed to play to a length of over 7430 yards. CGC, is in its due-course to become the Number One Golfing Circuit, especially in South India. The Greens, Tees and fairways were constructed as per expert opinions from various talented personnel. As an eco-friendly all-weather golf course, we believe CGC is comparable to the best with Bermuda TifDwarf on the greens and Bermuda 419 on the tees and fairways. We know how much challenging and exciting is the 18th Hole, and we made sure CGC is the first course in the country to offer an Island Green on the 18th Hole.
