Qatar Airways Cargo is the first cargo carrier to adopt Safran Cabin’s new fire resistant containers (FRC) after taking delivery of the initial batch of containers in late-September. Over the next five years, the Qatar flag carrier will replace its entire fleet of more than 10,000 ULDs, to be used for its bellyhold fleet, with a target of replacing 70 percent by next year. The airline’s decision to switch lied on safety issues related to the risk posed by lithium battery shipments, a … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways switches to fire-proof cargo containers
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SAL nabs cargo handling deal with Qatar Airways in Saudi
Saudi Logistics Services, more commonly known as SAL, has signed a cargo ground handling agreement with Qatar Airways Cargo, to provide comprehensive ground logistics support at Saudi Arabia’s main airports, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Medina. SAL said this agreement is in line with one of its strategic growth initiatives of increasing the number of partnerships with leading regional and global airlines that have high cargo shipping capacities. Hesham Alhussayen, CEO of SAL, said … [Read more...] about SAL nabs cargo handling deal with Qatar Airways in Saudi
Qatar Airways, WiseTech Global team up to unify cargo data
Press release Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, and WiseTech Global, a leading provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, have commenced implementation of an extensive direct data connection between their global operating systems. The direct data connection between WiseTech’s leading CargoWise platform and Qatar Airways Cargo management system, CROAMIS, streamlines the exchange of critical operational data that reduces risk, complexity and costs for … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways, WiseTech Global team up to unify cargo data
Qatar Airways Cargo joins Cool Chain Association
Qatar Airways Cargo is making further progress towards making supply chains more sustainable as it joined the Cool Chain Association (CCA) as a member effective 28 July. The airline says it will join CCA and its members to deliver contributions in improving the cool chain and sustainable transport of temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical and perishable cargo. Founded in 2003, the nonprofit association aims to reduce food wastage and improve the quality, efficiency and value of the … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo joins Cool Chain Association
QR Cargo offers discount to support Qatari exports
To support local manufacturers in Qatar, Qatar Airways Cargo, together with state bank QDB (Qatar Development Bank), is offering discounted rates to exporters who are current QDB clients and hold a certificate of origin for their products, to reach international markets. The export products covered under this partnership include all types of general goods, except for dangerous goods. The special discount is available to more than 350 exporters—mainly QDB clients—who wish to ship their … [Read more...] about QR Cargo offers discount to support Qatari exports
QR Cargo names GSAs in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt
Qatar Airways Cargo is set to restart cargo sales and bookings in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt starting 21 February with the appointment of general sales agents in each country. Globe Air Cargo, a subsidiary of ECS group, will be the GSA for UAE, whilst Yusuf Bin Kanoo and Venus Air Cargo will be the agents accepting bookings for freight coming in and out of Saudi and Egypt, respectively. Also read: Qatar Airways makes digital leap with WebCargo Qatar Airways Cargo said it operates … [Read more...] about QR Cargo names GSAs in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt
