IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced a new route connecting Madrid, Spain with Doha, Qatar.

The new daily direct service, commencing on December 11 and operated by an Iberia A330, plays a part in expanding IAG Cargo’s reach in the Middle East and enhancing its proposition in the Asia Pacific region.

With Madrid being a key international hub for IAG Cargo, customers from Asia Pacific will be able to connect their goods into the wider network through Madrid, which serves 17 destinations in Latin America.

Likewise, IAG Cargo states the service enables greater access for customers in Europe, Latin America and North America – particularly in the food sector where perishables are largely exported into the Middle East.

The business also offers direct connections between Madrid and eight key cities in North America, alongside a daily widebody bridge connection to London.

Camilo Garcia Cervera, chief sales and marketing officer at IAG Cargo, said: “We are really excited to launch this service between Madrid and Doha. This new route means that we’re able to increase our customers’ trans-shipment route options, by offering an additional gateway linking Asia Pacific destinations to our extensive European and Latin American network.

“Moreover, it presents customers in Latin America and North America an extra gateway to connect with their shippers in the Middle East and Asia Pacific, leveraging our established partnerships in the region.

“With this new route, we look forward to facilitating new trade lanes, which will bring a host of benefits to our customers.”

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