ULWE- Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) initiates strategic discussions with DHL Aviation and FedEx to establish a major cargo hub, leveraging its proximity to Jawaharlal Nehru Port.

The airport, scheduled to launch passenger operations in May 2025, positions its available slots and location as key advantages for cargo operations

Navi Mumbai Airport Cargo Hub

The airport’s master plan dedicates 29 hectares to cargo facilities, including ten freighter stands and an automated terminal, projecting an annual cargo handling capacity of 2.6 million metric tonnes.

Airport officials confirm ongoing negotiations with global logistics giants and have designated space for a dedicated cargo terminal specifically designed for a hub airline.

FedEx reveals active plans to establish an international cargo hub in India with Businessline, aiming to enhance connectivity between South Asia, Europe, and the United States. The company engages with government authorities to address regulatory requirements for hub establishment, though the final location remains under evaluation.

The proposed cargo hub aims to facilitate both point-to-point transport and goods transshipment for domestic and international markets. While domestic cargo operations will commence alongside passenger flights, international cargo services will follow in subsequent phases.