Qatar Airways Cargo is to be the Official Cargo Airline Partner of MotoGP under a three-year partnership. The carrier will provide air transport of race and bike equipment for all races around the world.
The carrier’s home country is becoming increasingly recognised as one of the leading motorsports hubs, hosting a wide range of international racing competitions and exhibitions.
Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “Qatar continues to demonstrate its commitment to being a prominent hub for motorsports, and our new partnership with MotoGP only propels us forward.”
Chief officer cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo Mark Drusch, added: “Whether it is a classic, a prototype or your favourite set of wheels, Qatar Airways Cargo offers specific solutions to transport automobiles by air. As the largest air cargo carrier in the world, operating an extensive global network on a young modern fleet and bespoke charter solutions in place, we meet the requirements to be dedicated air cargo carrier for the MotoGP. The cargo team and I are thrilled with our first major sports partnership with Dorna Sports and look forward to bringing motorcycles to their global events.”