Pune Int’l airport begins international cargo imports

Pune Airport has officially commenced international cargo imports in June with the arrival of three consignments. These included electronic components for automobiles and fertiliser-related chemicals, shipped from London’s Heathrow Airport via Delhi through transshipment. All three shipments were transported by Air India. The third consignment—personal artefacts—was flown in directly from Bangkok, marking the airport’s entry into global cargo operations, said reports.  Between April 2024 and May 2025, a total cargo (domestic and international) of 78,688 metric tonne (MT) was moved from the airport. Of this, just 169.2 MT was international cargo exports. To date, Pune airport has only recorded international cargo exports. These typically consist of auto parts and perishables like fruits and vegetables. Earlier Pune Airport was facing turbulence due to delays in clearances from BCAS.