Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo Sign Comprehensive MoU for Joint Cargo Operations

Qatar Airways has signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia Airlines Cargo (MASkargo) for joint cargo business operations.  Under the agreement, the two cargo carriers will offer enhanced connectivity across their hubs.

Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo Sign Comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Cargo Operations on Monday, June 10, 2024 - Courtesy Qatar Airways

On Monday (June 10, 2024), Qatar Airways Group announced the signing of a comprehensive MoU with Malaysia Aviation Group’s cargo arm, MASkargo, to offer enhanced connectivity across both airlines’ global network’s via their key hubs in Doha and Kuala Lumpur, respectively.  Today’s MoU follows the expanded codeshare agreement signed in 2022 between Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines.  The new joint cargo business cooperation will be supported by the planned growth of Qatar Airways Cargo’s handling capabilities at their new and expanded Cargo Terminal in Doha.

In Monday’s announcement, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said,

“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 serve to 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.”

Also commenting on the new joint cargo business MoU, Malaysia Aviation Group’s Managing Director, Captain Izham Ismail, added,

“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.”

As part of the commercial cargo cooperation, both airlines have also aligned their growth strategies.  Qatar Airways was the launch customer of the Boeing 777-8 freighter, and has purchased 34, while securing options for 16 more, while Malaysia airlines has acquired 20 new Airbus A330neos, with options for 16 more, adding significant belly-hold capacity.

Source: Qatar Airways