Saudi Airlines Cargo Company will become the 12th member of SkyTeam Cargo from April 15, 2019.
Saudia Cargo and its customers will benefit from an extended global network covering over 900 destinations in more than 175 countries.
“Joining SkyTeam Cargo means our valued customers will benefit from an enhanced product offering and a comprehensive global network,” said Omar Hariri, CEO of Saudia Cargo. “In turn, we will support the wider alliance by extending its reach across the Middle East, Africa and Indian subcontinent via our hubs in Jeddah and Riyadh.’’
SkyTeam Cargo is the world’s only cargo alliance. Saudia Cargo will join Aeroflot Cargo, Aerolineas Argentinas Cargo, Aeromexico Cargo, Air France Cargo, Alitalia Cargo, China Airlines Cargo, China Cargo Airlines, Czech Airlines Cargo, Delta Cargo, KLM Cargo, and Korean Air Cargo.
“The members of SkyTeam Cargo are pleased to welcome Saudia Cargo as the newest member of our growing alliance,” said Nico van der Linden, vice president of SkyTeam Cargo. “Our current members, and in turn their customers, will benefit from an expanded network across the Middle East.”
All SkyTeam Cargo partners adopt four common products called Express, General, Specialized and Customized.