Supply, Installation and Operation of Baggage Handling System at TIA Arrival Area

Project Name: The Supply, Delivery, Installation, Testing and Operation of Baggage Handling System at Existing Arrival Baggage Claim Area, International Terminal Building, TIA (Re-Invitation)
Contract No.: ICB/12/PROSEC/2015, Package: B
Project Ref.: MSI-PRJ-76-002

The project “Supply, Delivery, Installation, Testing, and Operation of Baggage Handling System at Existing Arrival Baggage Claim Area, International Terminal Building, TIA” involved modernizing the outdated baggage handling system at Tribhuvan International Airport. The new system was designed to improve efficiency, reliability, and security for the airport’s increasing passenger and baggage traffic.

Key Deliverables

✓ Supply, delivery, and installation of Arrival Baggage Feeding Conveyors (lengths 3.8m and 2.5m)

✓ Supply and installation of Arrival Baggage Carousels

✓ Integration of roller decks, fire-rated security roller doors, and draft curtains

✓ Design, supply, and installation of SCADA system for monitoring and fault detection

✓ UPS backup and power/control cable installation for SCADA system

✓ Interfacing and testing with Baggage Screening System and accessories

✓ Final acceptance testing (FAT) and site operation

✓ On-site training for 10 personnel over 6 days

✓ Technical maintenance training for 4 engineers at manufacturer’s facility for 10 days

✓ Supply of spare parts and defect liability maintenance service

Impact

The project significantly enhanced baggage handling operations at Nepal’s only international airport by reducing system downtime, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening security. SCADA integration enabled real-time monitoring and rapid fault diagnosis, ensuring minimal disruption to flight operations. This upgrade also positioned Tribhuvan International Airport to handle higher passenger volumes and future operational demands.

Conclusion

The Baggage Handling System upgrade at TIA successfully delivered a modern, reliable, and secure system for the airport, reinforcing CAAN’s commitment to efficient airport operations and improved passenger experience.