by supplychainreport
A new international air cargo alliance—led by carriers based in Qatar, the United Kingdom, and Malaysia—is set to launch by late 2025, promising to reshape global freight movement. Announced at a major logistics fair in Munich, the initiative aims to strengthen trade connectivity while offering more efficient and tariff-ready logistics solutions.
The alliance, pending regulatory approvals, will integrate networks across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Customers will gain access to new routes and benefit from a streamlined digital booking platform, improved belly and freighter capacity coordination, and harmonized service offerings.
This joint effort responds to growing demand for efficient cross-border logistics, particularly amid rising attention to tariff compliance, carbon regulations, and supply chain resilience. The network will also facilitate smoother customs handling and reduce logistical costs across regions with complex trade duties.
To further support international cooperation, the three carriers will collectively donate 1,000 tonnes of free cargo capacity to a major humanitarian food relief program, reinforcing their commitment to global aid and social responsibility.
Industry leaders highlighted the strategic value of this move, noting that aligning operations across key markets ensures not only operational gains but also stronger preparedness for shifting tariff structures and regulatory landscapes.
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