Qatar Airways Cargo moves 1.43 million tonnes of freight in FY26
The carrier also maintained network connectivity through more than 160 destinations and continued operating through Hamad International Airport.
Qatar Airways Group reported a post-tax profit of $1.94 billion for the financial year 2025/26, supported by continued growth in its cargo operations despite geopolitical disruptions and global economic instability.
The group said Qatar Airways Cargo transported more than 2.8 million tonnes of cargo during the financial year and transported more than 1.43 million tonnes of chargeable freight during the financial year. Qatar Airways Cargo accounted for 12% of the global air freight market during the period.
According to the group’s annual report, cargo revenue stood at $4.45 billion in FY26, compared with $4.92 billion in FY25.
The airline group said the cargo business remained a key contributor to operational performance as global supply chains continued to face uncertainty linked to geopolitical tensions and economic pressures.
The carrier also maintained network connectivity through more than 160 destinations and continued operating through Hamad International Airport, which remains a central hub for its global cargo operations, linking Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas.
Hamad Al-Khater, Group Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways Group, said, "It is not often that a single financial year asks an organisation to demonstrate both the best of what it can achieve and the depth of what it can withstand. The 2025/26 financial year did both, and the Qatar Airways Group rose to each in turn.
"These results speak to the strength of this Group across every measure that matters — a strong balance sheet, industry-leading operations, partnerships of real depth, and people who maintained the standards this Group is known for, even under the most demanding conditions."
The group added that it is rebuilding its global schedule and strengthening network capacity as demand for passenger and cargo connectivity continues across international markets.
As part of its long-term expansion plans, Qatar Airways Group signed agreements with Boeing and GE Aerospace for up to 210 aircraft and 400 engines. The agreements are expected to support future passenger and cargo capacity growth across the airline’s network.
