As the largest cargo operator at Miami International Airport (MIA), Atlas is relocating to a modern, 250,000-square-foot space strategically located along the airport perimeter.
Atlas’ new Miami Operations Gateway includes a 124,000-square-foot perishable cooler warehouse – the largest on-airport cooler in North America – with direct ramp access and dedicated aircraft parking. MIA is a vital hub in Atlas’ network, handling more than 500,000 tons of freight in 2024.
“As the largest freight operator at MIA, this expansion of our operations will add value to our customers globally and position us for continued success,” said Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Air Worldwide. “We have unmatched network capabilities to support growing markets and the high-volume trade lanes connecting MIA and South America to Asia and Europe. Having dedicated aircraft parking, warehousing, and a world-class airside-cooler will further enable us to deliver superior services to our customers. This move reaffirms our commitment to Southeast Florida, while creating jobs in the region.”
Deeper Customer Connection:
The move enhances the Company’s broader goals to deliver excellent customer service.
“This state-of-the-art facility enables us to deliver a full suite of services – beyond transport capacity – that helps us become more deeply connected with our customers as they diversify their offerings,” said Richard Broekman, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Sustainability. “Providing customers with access to our dedicated on-airport cooling space and warehouse capacity expands our ability to handle time- and temperature-sensitive shipments, such as perishables and pharmaceuticals traveling between South America and the rest of the world.”
Enhanced Service Capabilities:
The new location will enable greater flexibility in scheduling, accommodate future growth in cargo volumes, and support more customized solutions for customers with specialized logistics needs.
“Having our own integrated space allows us to combine flight operations with freight handling under one roof,” said Bobby Wood, Vice President, Ground Operations. “By consolidating import and export processes in one purpose-built location, we are strengthening every link in the logistics chain with unprecedented speed and precision, from ramp to cooler to customer.”
Convenient and Strategic Location
The Atlas Miami Operations Gateway also provides our teams with easy access to the resources they need to deliver world-class service effectively and reliably. Located near key maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, this strategic positioning improves maintenance performance and reduces downtime. 
“Being located on the northeast side of the airport offers several strategic advantages,” said Arian Castellanos, Director of Station Operations. “With dedicated aircraft parking, we benefit from more predictable scheduling. Plus, being close to MRO providers reduces taxi and towing times across the airfield, giving us greater opportunity to service our aircraft — ultimately improving efficiency and turnaround performance.”
Commitment to Southeast Florida
The new Miami Operations Gateway reflects Atlas’ deep commitment to Southeast Florida. Beyond freight services, Atlas maintains its Flight Training Center and Commercial Marketing office in Miami and nearly 800 employees statewide.
Atlas actively supports local communities through partnerships with organizations like The Liberty City Optimists Club, The WOW Center, and various first responder initiatives including the Hometown Heroes Parade and Festival.
With this well-positioned relocation, the Company is strengthening its place in one of the world’s most important shipping hubs—creating new jobs, bolstering the local economy, and building the infrastructure to support sustained growth in international trade and logistics.
