QATAR Airways Cargo and Cainiao have launched an expanded strategic partnership to boost cross-border e-commerce delivery.
This project is said to significantly strengthen the existing partnership, enhancing global connectivity and addressing the growing demand for fast logistics.
The agreement was formalised by Qatar Airways Cargo chief officer Mark Drusch and Cainiao chief executive Wan Lin during an official ceremony at the Cainiao Global Smart Logistics Summit in Hangzhou on 10 September.
Cainiao is expected to more than double its weekly charter flights on key China–Europe routes, leveraging Qatar Airways Cargo’s operational capabilities and global network.
“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,” Mr Drusch said.
“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,” he said.
“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.”
Cainiao chief executive Wan Lin said partnering with Qatar Airways Cargo further strengthened their global logistics network and underscored their commitment to delivering world-class e-commerce experiences.
“Back in 2023, we set new industry benchmarks with the launch of our Global 5-Day Delivery service,” Mr Lin said.
“This partnership is another step in our ongoing efforts to enhance our product competitiveness and deliver the resilience, speed, and flexibility that today’s fast-changing commerce landscape demands,” he said.
“Together with our partners, we are steadily advancing toward our vision of global delivery within 72 hours.”
The long-term collaboration is said to reflect the deep mutual trust and shared vision between Cainiao and Qatar Airways Cargo for the future of global e-commerce.
By expanding capacity and enhancing trade flows between China, Europe and connected regions, the partnership is expected to generate economic value while increasing the efficiency of Sino-European trade.