Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Global Air Cargo Joint Venture Set to Launch by Late 2025
Several major cargo airlines are teaming up to create a worldwide shipping network.
Qatar Airways, IAG Cargo, and MASkargo plan to launch this service by the end of 2025.
This collaboration will allow for more efficient routes and better connections for moving goods around the globe, connecting Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Meanwhile, a shipping association is creating a special rule to handle new fees from the US on ships built in China or with Chinese owners, as these fees will increase shipping costs.
Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo, and MASkargo will launch a global cargo business.
The partnership aims to launch in late 2025, after an initial announcement in April 2025.
The joint venture will offer new routing opportunities and increase operational agility.
The partnership aims to connect Asia-Pacific, West Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
BIMCO is developing a standard clause to address US fees on Chinese-built ships.
- Who
- Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo, MASkargo, and BIMCO.
- What
- Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo, and MASkargo will launch a global cargo business.
- When
- The joint business aims to launch in late 2025.
- Where
- Across the globe, with a focus on connecting Asia-Pacific, West Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
- Why
- To provide new routing opportunities, increase operational agility, and address contractual uncertainties.
The Shipping Industry
The U.S. Government
Impact of USTR Fees
The Shipping Industry
Increased costs and contractual challenges due to USTR fees.
The U.S. Government
N/A
- Partners
- Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo, MASkargo
- Launch Date
- Late 2025
- Main Focus
- Air cargo market
- BIMCO action
- Developing standard industry clause
- USTR action
- Imposing fees on Chinese-built ships