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Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd (NMIAL), a joint venture between the Adani Group and City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO), has been named the premium airport partner for Airport 360 Expo 2026, scheduled to take place in Mumbai on April 23-24. The aviation industry event will bring together airport operators, policymakers, infrastructure planners and technology providers to discuss airport infrastructure, operations and emerging technologies. Through this partnership, NMIAL is expected to present insights from the development of Navi Mumbai International Airport and participate in discussions on passenger experience, operational efficiency and sustainable airport infrastructure in India.
Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd (NMIAL), a joint venture between the Adani Group and the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO), has been announced as the premium airport partner for the Airport 360 Expo 2026, which is scheduled to be held in Mumbai on April 23-24. Advertisement
The announcement was made by the organisers of the aviation event, which is expected to bring together stakeholders from across the airport ecosystem including airport operators, aviation authorities, planners, technology providers and infrastructure developers. The two-day event will focus on discussions around airport development, terminal design, airside operations, passenger services, airport technology and sustainability practices.
The Airport 360 Expo is being organised by Media Fusion LLC, a company known for hosting aviation and passenger terminal events. The expo aims to create a platform where airport stakeholders can exchange ideas, review new technologies and explore partnerships that support the expansion and modernisation of airport infrastructure.
As the premium airport partner, NMIAL is expected to share practical insights from the development and early operations of Navi Mumbai International Airport. The participation is also expected to highlight the role of large greenfield airport projects in supporting India's growing aviation demand and improving airport capacity in major metropolitan regions.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport project is one of the most significant airport infrastructure developments in India. It has been developed through a public-private partnership model, with the Adani Group holding the majority stake in NMIAL and CIDCO acting as the government partner.
The airport has been planned in multiple phases to gradually expand capacity as passenger traffic grows. In its initial phase, the airport is designed to handle around 20 million passengers annually, while future phases will significantly increase capacity through the addition of new terminals and infrastructure.
The project was conceived more than a decade ago to reduce pressure on the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, which has been operating close to capacity due to rising passenger traffic. The development of a second international airport in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region has been considered critical for improving regional connectivity and supporting long-term aviation growth.
The first phase of the airport was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October 2025. Following the inauguration, the airport began preparations for commercial operations, positioning it as the second international gateway serving the Mumbai region.
Once fully developed, the airport is expected to become one of the major aviation hubs in western India, supporting passenger and cargo movement while strengthening infrastructure in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Industry events such as Airport 360 Expo provide an opportunity for developers and airport operators to discuss operational challenges and share experiences from ongoing infrastructure projects. For NMIAL, the partnership also allows the project to be showcased as an example of a large-scale greenfield airport development currently shaping India's aviation sector.
Source PTI
FAQ
1. What partnership has been announced for Airport 360 Expo 2026?
Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd (NMIAL) has been announced as the premium airport partner for Airport 360 Expo 2026. The event will be held in Mumbai on April 23-24 and will focus on discussions related to airport infrastructure, operations and technology.
2. Who are the partners behind Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd?
NMIAL is a joint venture between the Adani Group and the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO). The project has been developed through a public private partnership model to support aviation growth in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
3. What is the purpose of Airport 360 Expo 2026?
The event aims to bring together airport operators, aviation authorities, infrastructure planners, technology providers and policymakers. Participants will discuss topics such as terminal design, airside operations, passenger services, airport technology and sustainability in aviation infrastructure.
4. Who is organising the Airport 360 Expo?
The expo is being organised by Media Fusion LLC, a company known for hosting aviation and passenger terminal industry events that focus on airport infrastructure and operational innovation.
5. What role will NMIAL play at the event?
As the premium airport partner, NMIAL is expected to share insights from the development of the Navi Mumbai International Airport. The airport project is considered one of the largest greenfield aviation developments in India and will be showcased as a case study in airport planning and development.
6. Why is Navi Mumbai International Airport important for the region?
The airport has been developed to reduce congestion at the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, which currently handles most of the air traffic in the region. The new airport is expected to improve passenger and cargo capacity while strengthening aviation infrastructure in western India.
7. What is the expected capacity of the airport in its initial phase?
In its first phase, Navi Mumbai International Airport is designed to handle around 20 million passengers annually. The project has been planned in multiple phases so that capacity can be expanded over time as passenger demand increases.
8. When was the airport's first phase inaugurated?
The first phase of the airport was inaugurated in October 2025 by Narendra Modi. The airport is now preparing for commercial operations and is expected to become the second major international gateway serving the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
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