Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo have entered into a new partnership to share their networks and fleet capacity, enhancing cargo services for customers. This collaboration allows MASkargo customers access to the global Qatar Airways Cargo network, while Qatar Airways Cargo customers gain access to the expanding Asia Pacific market, including new destinations and additional capacity at existing stations.
This partnership is part of a broader initiative by Qatar Airways Group and Malaysia Aviation Group to deepen their relationship as Oneworld alliance partners, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group.
The airlines will utilize Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) as strategic hubs to serve the combined network. The partnership is further supported by the planned expansion of Qatar Airways Cargo’s handling capabilities at its new Cargo Terminal in Doha.
Both airlines are focused on growth. Qatar Airways Cargo, as the launch customer of the Boeing 777-8 freighter, has purchased 34 aircraft and holds options for 16 more. Additionally, Malaysian Airlines has acquired 20 new A330neo aircraft for passenger operations, offering new belly capacity options.
Qatar Airways Group chief executive Mohammed Al-Meer stated: “Our new MoU with Malaysia Aviation Group is testament to our deepening relations with Malaysia and the integral APAC market. This strategic cooperation with our Oneworld partner will link our freighter and belly-hold networks with our cargo product offering and capacity, allowing us to further cement our relationship and foster the close links between our airlines.”
Group managing director of Malaysia Aviation Group Izham Ismail commented: “Expanding our partnership with Qatar Airways Cargo marks a significant milestone for MASkargo. This collaboration will not only enhance our product offering and operational capabilities but also solidify our position in the global cargo market. By leveraging each other’s strengths, we are poised to deliver unparalleled service to our customers and achieve remarkable growth together.”
Since launching their codeshare cooperation in 2004, Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines have significantly expanded their partnership, now comprising 62 codeshare destinations across Malaysia, South East Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and Africa.