Riyadh – Sharikat Mubasher: Riyadh Air announced the official launch of its Riyadh Cargo, marking its entry into the global air freight market and positioning cargo as a core pillar of the airline’s commercial strategy.

As per the company’s press release, Riyadh Cargo will rely on belly-hold capacity across Riyadh Air’s wide-body fleet, with more than 120 aircraft on order, allowing cargo operations to scale in parallel with passenger network expansion. The airline has adopted a phased growth approach, prioritizing operational readiness and route maturity over rapid volume expansion, embedding cargo into its long-term commercial model.

Early operations on the Riyadh–London Heathrow route have already handled a diverse mix of shipments, including garments, textiles, fresh flowers, seafood, tea, and coffee, demonstrating the carrier’s ability to manage time-sensitive, perishable, and high-value freight.

The cargo arm is supported by a digital-first operating model, including advanced cargo management systems, and ground handling partnerships with SATS Saudi Arabia Company across key airports. As Riyadh Air builds toward more than 100 destinations by 2030, Riyadh Cargo is expected to play a central role in enabling trade growth and logistics connectivity.