Proposed freighter shutdown at Mumbai airport may push exporters to Delhi, Bengaluru

“With international flight operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) set to commence before the scheduled airside works at CSMIA, we are confident about facilitating the transition for the cargo freighters. To maintain cargo operations within the city and ensure uninterrupted passenger aircraft movements at Mumbai Airport during the airside infrastructure upgrades, we have ensured the timely readiness of an advanced cargo facility at NMIA,” the spokesperson said, adding that considering the strategic location of NMIA near the port area, coupled with its state-of-the-art cargo facilities, it is expected to provide significant operational efficiencies and long-term cost benefits for freighter operators.