Qatar Airways Cargo has taken the industry’s universal AOG (Aircraft on Ground) process and given it its ‘Next Generation’ treatment. The carrier’s enhanced product, ‘AEROSPACE’, promises to be “out of this world”, the press release states. What is different about it? AEROSPACE offers “the most advanced and custom-crafted aerospace product for the aerospace industry,” which includes not only the usual aviation customer segment (mainly engines and aircraft spares), but also defense and space technology sectors – hence all kinds of critical aerospace parts and components such as avionics, electric propulsion equipment, airframe interiors, landing gears, for example. Other USPs are the airline’s expert floating loading technique for faster on and offloading and it is: “the only air cargo carrier to provide bespoke shock absorbing engine transport dollies at its hub in Doha, capable of carrying the largest engines including the Rolls Royce Trent 7000 and GEnx-2B engines, up to 20,000kg.”
The focus is on speed, security, and supervision, and AEROSPACE is aimed at manufacturers, freight forwarders and partners working with commercial airlines, as well as Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MROs), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and those serving the defense and space technology sectors. All are seeing an increase in globalization when it comes to production, sourcing, and repairs. Speed is essential when an aircraft or aerospace project requires a new part. Qatar Airways Cargo has incorporated customer feedback in its product design and offers a tailored solution that includes fast transport across the entire Qatar Airways Cargo network (whether scheduled or ad hoc), highest loading priority, a dedicated handling team and Control Tower support. Any AEROSPACE loadability request is answered within just 45 minutes.
Mark Drusch, Qatar Airways Chief Officer Cargo, stated: “Time is money! That saying is particularly true when it comes to aviation in all its forms: every hour of downtime translates into lost revenue for airlines or sunk costs for aerospace projects. Factor in the additional need for safety and constant supervision, and it’s clear that our product – AEROSPACE – is the ideal solution for time-critical aviation parts and components. With our AEROSPACE product, we will be the number one logistics expert for every type of Aerospace product – whether it is for commercial aviation, defense, even space technologies. I can assure you already today that, thanks to our inhouse advanced screening techniques and our highly skilled loading teams, your AEROSPACE shipments are in the best of hands and will be delivered quickly and safely, utilizing our bespoke transport dollies in Doha, to wherever they are urgently needed.”
