Qatar Airways Cargo and Cainiao have expanded their partnership to boost cross-border e-commerce delivery, doubling charter flights on key China–Europe routes and deepening logistics integration to meet rising demand for faster, more reliable international shipping.

Through the alliance, Cainiao will more than double its weekly charter flights on key China–Europe routes, leveraging Qatar Airways Cargo's 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.

 [Source: Qatar Airways Cargo]

Mark Drusch, chief officer cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo, 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," he added.

Wan Lin, chief executive officer at Cainiao, 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.

"Back in 2023, we set new industry benchmarks with the launch of our Global 5-Day Delivery service. 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. Together with our partners, we are steadily advancing toward our vision of global delivery within 72 hours," he added.

The expanded partnership between Cainiao and Qatar Airways Cargo aims to increase freight capacity and streamline trade between China, Europe, and other regions. The collaboration is expected to improve delivery efficiency and support growing cross-border e-commerce demand, particularly along key trade corridors.

The agreement was formalised by Drusch of Qatar Airways Cargo, and Lin of Cainiao, during an official ceremony at the Cainiao Global Smart Logistics Summit in Hangzhou on September 10. Sheikh Ali Alwaleed Al-Thani, chief executive officer at Invest Qatar, was also present.