QAC resumes cargo flights Bahrain, increases capacity

Qatar Airways Cargo (QAC) has resumed its freighter services to Bahrain from 1 September 2023. In addition to the 21-weekly narrow body pax flights to Bahrain, Qatar Airways Cargo is proud to announce the launch of three weekly freighter operations, adding 200 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity to/from Bahrain. Liesbeth Oudkerk, SVP, Cargo Sales & Network Planning, said, “We are glad to be back in Bahrain with dedicated freighters three times a week. Bahrain is a vital market for us, and a consistent freighter service will contribute to the economic and trade growth between Qatar and Bahrain.” The imports into Bahrain comprise general cargo, perishables such as fruits, vegetables and meat, while exports from Bahrain consist of general cargo and dangerous goods. With the addition of Bahrain, Qatar Airways Cargo now serves 24 Middle Eastern destinations with freighter and passenger belly-hold flights, providing a combined weekly cargo capacity of over 4,500 tonnes to and from Middle East.