India’s Bangalore International Airport (BIAL) and technology group ThoughtWorks have launched the new BLR Airport mobile app, in order to enhance passengers' travel experience.

The app is designed to offer a mixture of digital technologies, travel services and personalised data.

Available on iOS and Android platforms, it will offer airport navigation capabilities powered by Google Maps.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more

"The ‘BLR Airport’ app is an example of how we are leveraging technology to make travel through the airport simple and easy."

The app will also use beacon technology to provide context-specific operational and commercial notifications.

Bangalore International Airport managing director Sanjay Reddy said: “At BIAL our aim is to transform our customers' airport experience.

“Every new digital introduction will combine innovation and emotion, because we strongly believe that digital is more than just technology. The ‘BLR Airport’ app is an example of how we are leveraging technology to make travel through the airport simple and easy.

“As we move forward our concerted efforts will be in introducing innovative and interactive digital solutions that will create value for our customers.”

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

The app will provide airport Wi-Fi access, real-time flight status updates, and airport retail and F&B offers to passengers, as well as allow them to give feedback.

In June, BIAL launched the Twitter hashtag #Flightstatus, which is an automated notification feature that enables passengers to view their flight's status online.

 

Airport Technology Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Airport Technology Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact.

Excellence in Action
OPS1 by TADERA has won the 2025 Product Launch Award in the Safety and Efficiency category for transforming how airports manage operations and safety. Learn how this integrated, GIS driven platform simplifies inspections, maintenance, and SMS compliance while turning operational data into real time, actionable intelligence.

Discover the Impact