New Delhi, July 09, 2024 - GMR Group proudly declares its new role as the principal sponsor of the Seattle Orcas for the upcoming Major League Cricket (MLC) season. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for GMR Group, showcasing its ongoing commitment to sports as a catalyst for community engagement and growth.

The Seattle Orcas, a prominent American professional Twenty20 cricket team slated to be based in Seattle, Washington, has garnered attention since its announcement as one of the inaugural franchises of Major League Cricket in 2023.

GMR Group, a leading infrastructure major in India, has consistently utilised sports as a platform to foster community connections. With a successful track record that began with the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and expanded to include the Pro Kabaddi League's UP Yoddhas, GMR Sports, a subsidiary of GMR Group, continues to play a pivotal role in developing sporting talent and infrastructure.

As part of this sponsorship agreement, the iconic GMR logo will prominently adorn the arm of the Seattle Orcas' jerseys throughout the season. Additionally, GMR Group will leverage various rights associated with the sponsorship, including LED board displays, awards presentations, toss mats, and ticket allocations. Furthermore, with JIO TV serving asthe broadcaster in India, GMR Group will have access to advertising spots, enhancing visibility and engagement across international markets.

"We are excited to extend our presence into the vibrant sports community of Seattle through our partnership with the Seattle Orcas," said Grandhi Kiran Kumar, Corporate Chairman of GMR Group. "This collaboration not only resonates with our ethos of community engagement but also underscores our dedication to promoting sports as a unifying force globally."

"Our association with the Seattle Orcas marks a significant milestone in our journey," he added. "We eagerly anticipate contributing to the team's success and engaging with the passionate fan base of the Seattle Orcas."

About GMR Group

GMR Group is a leading global infrastructure conglomerate with unparalleled expertise in designing, building, and operating airports. It also has a significant presence in sectors like Energy, Transportation, and Urban Infrastructure.

GMR Airports is the largest private airport operator in Asia and 2nd largest in the world with a passenger handling capacity of over 189 million annually. GMR Airports Limited, a subsidiary of GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited [formerly known as GMR Infrastructure Limited] (GIL) has Groupe ADP as its strategic partner, which is holding a 49 per cent stake. GMR Airports operates the iconic Delhi Airport, which is the largest and fastest-growing airport in India. It also runs Hyderabad Airport, a pioneering greenfield airport known for several technological innovations. The company also operates New Goa Airport which is India’s first destination Airport. The airport offers everything a tourist looks for i.e. liveliness in the serene lap of nature, making it a perfect destination for leisure and holistic tourism.

Expanding its overseas footprint, the company is developing and operating Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, Indonesia, in collaboration with Angkasa Pura II (AP II). GMR Airports is also providing technical services to the architecturally renowned and the second busiest airport in the Philippines, Mactan Cebu International Airport in Cebu.

The Group is currently developing two major greenfield airport projects in India and Greece. Bhogapuram airport in India is poised to transform the economy and landscape of the surrounding areas when ready. Crete airport in Greece will similarly play a significant role in the local economy of the region.

GMR Aero Technic (GAT) is India’s largest integrated world-class third-party MRO; a part of GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL). GAT provides complete technical support to aircraft operators, with utmost quality and reliability to ensure that its customers meet their operational requirements. GAT has been constantly upgrading its capabilities and expanding its service offerings to meet the growing maintenance needs of airline operators within and outside India, with a vision to be a lead MRO in the Asia Pacific region.

As a pioneer in implementing the path-breaking Aerotropolis concept in India, GMR Airports is developing unique airport cities on commercial lands available around its airports in Delhi, Hyderabad, and Goa. GMR Delhi Aerocity is a landmark business, leisure, and experiential district. Similarly, GMR Hyderabad Aerocity is coming up as a new-age smart business hub.

GMR’s energy businesses have an installed capacity of over 3,000 MW capacity. With a significant focus on green energy, the company is working towards creating a more sustainable environment by harnessing the power of wind, water, and sun for energy generation. It has a balanced mix in its energy generation portfolio. Around 1,000 MW of clean energy projects of GMR are under various stages of development in India and Nepal.

The Transportation and Urban Infrastructure division focuses on surface transport projects including Roads, Railways, and Airstrips/ Runways in both DBFOT (under GMR Highways) and EPC (under GIL – EPC) segments. The Group has four operating highway assets spanning over 1,824 lane kilometres.

Group’s EPC business is working on the design and construction of the prestigious Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project of DFCCI (Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India). GMR Group is also developing multi-focus Special Investment Regions in India.

GMR Group’s underlying philosophy is to work closely with and support the local communities wherever it is present. Towards this, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation (GMRVF), the CSR arm of the Group, focuses on improving the quality of life of people by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.

For further information about GMR Group, visit https://www.gmrgroup.in