qatar-airways

Qatar Airways returns to Nagpur

Qatar Airways will reinstate flights between Doha and Nagpur, India, from 1 December 2015. The carrier previously served Nagpur from September 2007 to May 2009. [+]

Qatar offers on-board couriers

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched an on-board courier service for door-to-door and time-critical shipments. The new QR On-Board Courier service will be rolled out across the carrier’s global network on 1 August. Dedicated couriers accompany each shipment from collection to delivery direct to the recipient and the Qatar Airways Cargo ... [+]

Qatar takes a tenth of British Airways

Qatar Airways has acquired a 9.99% stake in IAG, the airline group comprising British Airways, Iberia and Vueling. The Middle East carrier said it would consider increasing its stake, although non-EU shareholdings of European carriers are capped. Qatar, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance, said the acquisition would be “an ... [+]

Qatar doubles up Delhi freighter

Qatar Airways Cargo has added a second A330 freighter service from its home hub in Doha to Delhi following introduction of its first service on 4 May. The Middle East carrier also completed the transition to a fully automated cargo terminal at Hamad International Airport when it moved to the ... [+]

Qatar confirms big 777 order

Qatar Airways and Boeing finalised an order for 50 777-9Xs aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow on 16 July, first announced as a commitment at the 2013 Dubai Airshow. It also committed to 50 additional 777-9X purchase rightsand announced its intent to order four 777 Freighters and options for four more. [+]

IAG launches Hong Kong freighter

IAG Cargo has started its new five times per week freighter service between Hong Kong and London Stansted operated by a Qatar Airways Boeing 777F. CEO Steve Gunning said it marked an important new chapter in the carrier's history. The new service replaces freighters previously leased from Global Supply Systems. ... [+]

Losses at Cargolux

All-cargo carrier Cargolux – 35% owned by since June last year - made a net loss of US$ 18.3 million compared to a US$ 59.8 million profit in 2010. Chairman Albert Wildgen said it was difficult to pinpoint one specific reason. Factors included excess capacity in the market, steadily ... [+]