Qatar Airways Cargo and Cainiao have launched an expanded strategic partnership to accelerate cross-border e-commerce delivery.

This long-term collaboration significantly strengthens the existing partnership, enhancing global connectivity and addressing the growing demand for fast, reliable international logistics.

The agreement was formalised by Mark Drusch, chief Officer cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo and Wan Lin, chief executive at Cainiao, during an official ceremony at the recent Cainiao Global Smart Logistics Summit in Hangzhou.

Through this strategic alliance, Cainiao will more than double its weekly charter flights on key China–Europe routes, leveraging Qatar Airways Cargo’s world-class operational capabilities and extensive global network. This will create a broader flight schedule, giving merchants greater flexibility and choice in planning and delivering exports to Europe, while providing stronger support for Chinese businesses expanding internationally.

Drusch said: “China is one of the most important trade partners globally, playing a pivotal role in the evolution of e-commerce and continuing to drive the highest demand for air cargo capacity worldwide. By combining the strengths of Qatar Airways Cargo – our expansive global network and cutting-edge fleet – with Cainiao’s leadership in e-commerce logistics, we are uniquely positioned to deliver unmatched connectivity and service to customers. This partnership enables us to meet the fast-changing needs of the global e-commerce market and reinforces our presence in one of the world’s busiest and most strategic trade corridors.”

Lin said: “Partnering with Qatar Airways Cargo – a globally renowned industry airline leader known for its operational excellence and unmatched global reach – further strengthens our global logistics network and underscores our commitment to delivering world-class e-commerce experiences.”

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