FedEx has announced a long-term investment of ₹2,500 crore to establish an automated air cargo hub at the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). The facility, spanning 300,000 sq. ft., will serve as a regional consolidation and redistribution hub, developed in partnership with Adani Airport Holdings (AAHL).
The hub is designed to connect India with Southeast Asia, West Asia, Europe, and the United States, leveraging NMIA’s multimodal infrastructure to strengthen western India’s international trade corridor. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony, welcomed FedEx’s investment, noting its importance in enhancing trade flows and logistics efficiency.
Initially, NMIA’s cargo infrastructure will handle 0.5 million metric tonnes annually, with capacity expansion planned up to 3.25 MMT. The hub will feature advanced sorting systems, high-speed screening, and dedicated aircraft bays, enabling simultaneous shipment processing. This will streamline routing and improve transit predictability for high-value, time-sensitive sectors such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, and perishables.
FedEx emphasized that the facility will also support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by reducing logistics costs and improving turnaround times. The investment reflects the company’s confidence in India’s role as a growing global logistics hub.
As the world’s largest express transportation company, FedEx delivers to over 220 countries and territories, using its global air-and-ground network for time-sensitive shipments. The Navi Mumbai hub marks a significant milestone in its India strategy, positioning the Mumbai Metropolitan Region as a leading air freight and logistics gateway.
