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Qatar Cargo adds Katowice to global freighter network

Qatar Airways Cargo has begun twice-weekly seasonal flights between Doha, Qatar and Katowice, Poland using Boeing 777 freighters. On 17 July, Qatar Airways Cargo flew a 777F into Katowice Airport for the first time. The cargo arm of Qatar Airways will now operate a Doha - Katowice - Doha route once a week and a Doha - Budapest - Katowice - Doha route once a week, said Katowice Airport in a LinkedIn post on 22 July. Currently, operations are scheduled until the end of the summer timetable season, which concludes on 24 October. The new route grants businesses and logistics operators from Poland and central Europe direct access to Qatar Airways Cargo's global transport network via the Doha hub. The 777F operating on the route is the largest and highest-capacity twin-engine freighter currently in service worldwide and can transport over 100 tonnes of cargo per flight. "This launch is a major milestone for the growth of the cargo segment at Katowice Airport. Partnering with one of the global leaders in freight transport strengthens Katowice Airport's position on the logistics map of Central Europe," said Artur Tomasik, president of the management board of Górnośląskie Towarzystwo Lotnicze. During the first half of 2026, Katowice Airport's cargo terminal handled 28,356 tonnes of freight. This represents an increase of 6,402 tonnes, or 29%, compared to the same period last year. Tomasik added: "This year, we expect to handle a record volume of over 50,000 tonnes of freight, and our goal by the end of the decade is to exceed 100,000 tonnes per year." Earlier this month, MASkargo and Qatar Airways Cargo expanded their partnership by jointly launching dedicated twice-weekly freighter operations connecting Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bengaluru, India; and Doha, Qatar.

Alaska to grow 737 freighters to nine

Alaska Air Cargo will grow its 737 freighter fleet from five to nine aircraft with the signing of long-term lease agreements to add four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) aircraft next year for North American operations. The four 737-800BCFs are expected to enter service in the first half of 2027 and will be dedicated to the states of Alaska and Hawaii, said Alaska Airlines,. According to data from Planespotters, Alaska Airlines already has three 737-700 passenger to freighter (P2F) aircraft and two 737-800P2Fs that are operated by its cargo arm, Alaska Air Cargo. The airline said that the additional freighters will help strengthen the network across the states of Alaska and Hawaii, as well as connections to the rest of the US. Added capacity in Hawaii is also expected to support the e-commerce and logistics industries. Ian Morgan, vice president of cargo at Alaska Airlines, said: "Alaska Air Cargo has two very important goals: supporting our communities and customers and connecting them to the world. "Expanding our cargo fleet with dedicated aircraft helps us accomplish both goals, opening up new international shipping opportunities for seafood and other commodities, while making sure we can reliably ship time-sensitive goods that our communities need, such as medicine, household supplies and groceries." Seattle-based Alaska Air Group, parent to Alaska Airlines, acquired Hawaiian Airlines in September 2024, a purchase that expanded its operation to include transpacific flights and that bolstered Alaska Air's fleet with its first widebody jets. As part of the Alaska Accelerate strategic plan, cargo is anticipated to deliver $150m of new annual profit as the cargo operations of Alaska and Hawaiian are integrated and the business advances international expansion out of Seattle.

Euroairlines picks Aeroprime as GSA for India

Euroairlines has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive cargo general sales agent (GSA) for India and passenger GSA for the UAE. The collaboration will combine Aeroprime Group's regional market expertise and distribution capabilities with Euroairlines' global partner and interline network. The partnership is expected to enable new airline partnership development, enhanced interline opportunities, greater network flexibility, expanded distribution access, and integration with Aeroprime Group's airline retailing and distribution platform, Glid. Abhishek Goyal, chief executive and executive director at Aeroprime Group, said: "We are delighted to partner with Euroairlines at a time when global aviation connectivity and airline distribution are evolving rapidly. "This partnership aligns perfectly with Aeroprime Group's vision of enabling airlines with scalable commercial growth, strong market access, and modern retailing capabilities. "Beyond strengthening our cargo expertise in India and passenger distribution strengths in the UAE, this= collaboration also opens up valuable interline and partnership opportunities through Euroairlines' extensive global network. "Combined with the integration of Glid, we look forward to creating stronger value for trade partners, improving connectivity, and unlocking new commercial opportunities across regions." Antonio López-Lázaro, chief executive of Euroairlines, added: "India and the UAE are strategically important markets for Euroairlines, both from a passenger and cargo perspective. "These regions represent strong growth potential and require reliable, market-driven partners with deep local expertise, and Aeroprime fits that vision perfectly. "Aeroprime Group brings strong regional relationships, commercial capabilities, and innovative distribution solutions that will help us accelerate our growth strategy. We are confident this collaboration will strengthen our market presence, expand our interline reach, and enhance connectivity and accessibility for our partners and customers globally."