Qatar Airways Cargo has taken delivery of its thirteenth Boeing 777F freighter at its home base - Hamad International Airport (HIA). Continuing its trajectory of rapid growth and expansion, the world’s third largest international cargo carrier’s fleet now includes 22 freighters, comprising eight Airbus A330F, 13 Boeing 777F and one Boeing 747-8F. Qatar Airways chief officer Cargo, Ulrich Ogiermann, said: “We are excited to take delivery of the newest freighter just … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo expands its fleet with a Boeing 777F
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First International Airline to commence freighter service to Pittsburgh
Qatar Airways Cargo announces Pittsburgh as its latest freighter destination in the United States, making it the first international airline to commence freighter service to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh will be Qatar Airways Cargo’s fifth freighter destination in the Americas launched this year, strengthening the cargo carrier’s commitment to supporting the American air trade and supply chain industry. Commenting on this milestone announcement, Qatar Airways Group chief … [Read more...] about First International Airline to commence freighter service to Pittsburgh
Qatar Airways Cargo and DoKaSch ink master agreement
DoKaSch Temperature Solutions, provider of climate-controlled solutions for air shipment of temperature-sensitive cargo, has expanded its customer base by signing an agreement with Qatar Airways Cargo. This enables customers to directly lease the newest technology of Active Containers, RKN and RAP Opticooler, from Qatar Airways Cargo all around the globe. Qatar Airways’ Chief Officer Cargo, Mr. Ulrich Ogiermann said, “We understand the intricacies of a seamless cool … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo and DoKaSch ink master agreement
Qatar Airways Cargo transports 4,000 cows to support dairy demand
Qatar Airways Cargo is pleased to announce that it has transported the country’s first two shipments of 230 Holstein cows from Europe on a Qatar Airways Cargo Boeing 777 freighter. These initial shipments are part of a 4,000-head herd that marks the launch of a completely new industry for the State of Qatar. Mr. Ulrich Ogiermann, Qatar Airways chief officer cargo said, “It is with utmost pride that we were given the opportunity to offer our expertise and services to support this momentous … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo transports 4,000 cows to support dairy demand
Qatar Airways Cargo Expands Pharma Network
Qatar Airways Cargo recently announced the addition of , Sri Lanka and Dublin, Republic of Ireland to its extensive Pharma Network, bringing the cargo carrier’s pharmaceutical transport network to 73 destinations globally. Colombo was added to its Pharma Network on 15 May, while Dublin’s pharma operation begins on 12 June 2017, when Qatar Airways commences its B787 Dreamliner flights to the capital city of the Republic of Ireland. The Republic of Ireland has become one of the … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo Expands Pharma Network
Qatar Airways Cargo Boeing 777 freighter arrives in the Americas
Qatar Airways Cargo, together with Miami Airport International (MIA), celebrated the commencement of its scheduled Boeing 777 freighter service with a reception at Miami cargo terminal recently. The twice weekly freighter service that first commenced on 2 February 2017, departs from Doha via Luxembourg, the cargo carrier’s European hub and stops at Sao Paulo in Brazil, Buenos Aires in Argentina and Quito in Ecuador before arriving in Miami, Florida. On the return trip, the … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo Boeing 777 freighter arrives in the Americas
