Qatar Airways Cargo destinations double to 122 in 2020–21: Sustainability report

Qatar Airways Cargo destinations double to 122 in 2020–21: Sustainability report

The number of Qatar Airways Cargo destinations has doubled from 63 in 2019–20 to 122 in 2020–21, according to Qatar Airways Group Sustainability Report.

Cargo flights increased from pre-Covid operations of up to 60 flights a day (freighter only) to 180 flights a day during Covid (freighter and belly hold).

During the period of March–June 2020, Qatar Airways’ share of the air cargo market increased significantly.

Based on the International Air Transport Association statistics, Qatar Airways became the largest cargo airline in the world (excluding express operator FedEx).

The addition of 30 new destinations to its network by June 2020 contributed to its ability to move cargo in response to increased market demand.

In January 2021, Qatar Airways Cargo added three brand new Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet to support the national airline’s long-haul scheduled routes as well as cargo charters.

As the pandemic progressed, Qatar Airways Cargo helped transport essential supplies, pharmaceuticals, perishables and other vital cargo around the world. It continued to operate its scheduled freighters while operating more than 500 freight charters of relief goods, personal protective equipment and medical aid to impacted countries.

Qatar Airways noted the global pandemic affected its cargo operations. Ground handlers reduced the number of