Air India SATS and CONCOR Forge MoU to Link Inland Cargo with Noida International Airport, Strengthening India’s Role in Global Air Freight Networks

• Air India SATS Signs MOU with CONCOR Air Limited (wholly owned subsidiary of CONCOR) to Speed Up Cargo Movement from ICD Dadri to NIA. 
• Collaboration to facilitate seamless handling of customs-cleared transhipment cargo for onward international dispatch~

Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited (AISATS) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CONCOR Air Limited (CAL) to facilitate the seamless movement and handling of customs-cleared transhipment (TP) cargo from CONCOR’s Inland Container Depot (ICD) at Dadri to AISATS’ Integrated Cargo Terminal (ICT) at Noida International Airport (NIA), for onward international dispatch.

The collaboration strengthens AISATS’ air cargo terminal operations at NIA by deepening its connectivity with inland freight networks, bringing together CONCOR's inland logistics and customs-cleared cargo handling capabilities to create a more efficient, integrated pathway for cargo moving from inland facilities to international air freight.

Sharing his vision, Mr. Bob Chi, CEO, APAC Gateway Services, SATS and Director, AISATS said:“ India is at an important inflection point in the evolution of its logistics and air cargo ecosystem. As global trade volumes grow, as supply chains become increasingly time-sensitive, and as more air cargo is routed to and from India, the aviation ecosystem in India has much to gain as one of the world’s fastest growing aviation freight markets. We recognise India’s strategic strengths and are committed to developing capabilities, infrastructure and partnerships that can help build this future. The collaboration between AISATS and CONCOR Air Limited is a step towards creating a more connected logistics network, linking inland cargo with international air gateways more seamlessly. With Noida International Airport emerging as a new gateway for global trade, we see significant potential to build an integrated cargo ecosystem that is faster, smarter and more competitive.”

Commenting on the collaboration, Shri Ramanathan Rajamani, CEO, AISATS, said: "Noida International Airport is fast emerging as a critical gateway for international air cargo, and this partnership strengthens that ambition by deepening our connectivity with inland freight networks. Working with CONCOR Air Limited allows us to build a more seamless link between inland logistics and international dispatch and reinforces our commitment to positioning NIA as a hub that global shippers can rely on."

Shri Vijoy Kumar Singh, Director International Marketing & Operations (DIMO), added: “AISATS and CONCOR Air Limited will leverage their collaboration to facilitate seamless cargo transhipment between ICD Dadri and the AISATS Integrated Cargo Terminal, supported by efficient cargo handling protocols, customs coordination, and streamlined terminal processes. The arrangement is designed to enhance supply chain efficiency, minimise turnaround times, and maintain reliable service for exporters and shippers relying on the route.”

Shri Narmadeshwar Jha, CEO, CONCOR Air Limited, added: "This collaboration marks an important step in strengthening the inland-to-air logistics chain for India's EXIM trade. By closing the gap between our container depot at Dadri and the international gateway at Noida, we're able to offer exporters and shippers a faster, more reliable pathway for customs-cleared cargo. As India's logistics infrastructure continues to scale, partnerships like this one will be central to building the speed and dependability our customers expect."

The AISATS facility has been developed to handle a diverse range of cargo including perishables, pharmaceuticals, electronics, engineering goods, e-commerce shipments and express cargo. Strategically located within the National Capital Region and connected to key industrial and consumption centres, it is poised to play a significant role in strengthening cargo capacity, improving logistics efficiency and supporting India's growing trade and export ecosystem.