{
  "id": 9568726,
  "title": "Airline trio takes final step towards launch of joint cargo business",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/airline-trio-takes-final-step-towards-launch-of-joint-cargo-business",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-24T14:13:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "FreightWaves",
    "slug": "freightwaves",
    "url": "https://www.freightwaves.com/news/airline-trio-take-final-steps-towards-launch-of-joint-cargo-business"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Three major airline cargo divisions—Qatar Airways Cargo, MASkargo, and IAG Cargo—are set to officially launch their joint cargo venture soon, marking a year-long delay. The trio announced their global partnership in April 2025, aiming to capitalize on their combined strengths and route networks. A successful trial shipment of 12.1 tons of copper foil from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago O’Hare International Airport via Doha and Dublin demonstrated the potential benefits of their collaboration. Qatar Airways Cargo, the world's largest cargo airline, operates 30 Boeing 777 cargo jets, while IAG Cargo, British Airways' cargo arm, and MASkargo contribute their respective resources. The joint business promises enhanced connectivity, reduced transit times, and expanded routing opportunities to more than 400 destinations. Safety and security standards, as well as operational systems, will be harmonized to ensure smooth functioning. Executives expect the joint venture to provide customers with a simpler, more connected experience and greater shipping choices. Further operational trials and integration activities will precede the official launch.",
  "summary": "Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and the cargo division of Malaysia Airlines have nearly finished integrating their operations and systems for their upcoming joint cargo business. The post Airline trio takes final step towards launch of joint cargo business appeared first on FreightWaves .",
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}