The IATA CEIV Fresh standard covers operational and technical aspects of handling perishable cargo, ensuring that they maintain their freshness, quality and integrity while being transported.
Earning CEIV Fresh makes Qatar Airways and QAS Cargo the only carrier and its ground handler in the world to have the complete suite of CEIV certificates and to be IEnvA registered and be part of the United for Wildlife programme.
Guillaume Halleux, Chief Officer Cargo at Qatar Airways, says, “Being the first and only airline worldwide along with our GHA to achieve the complete suite of IATA CEIV certifications is a testament to our dedication and hard work to delivering the highest standards of quality and reliability in air cargo transportation.”
Brendan Sullivan, Global Head of Cargo at IATA, adds, “This certification is a boost to their service offerings, demonstrating efficient and high-quality handling of perishable goods. Qatar Airways Cargo and QAS Cargo are the first companies globally to complete the full suite of IATA CEIV certifications, reinforcing their position at the forefront of air logistics.”
The certificate was achieved through quality and risk management, staff training, transparent and open communication and collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
Between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023, Qatar Airways Cargo transported more than 285,000 tonnes of perishable cargo.
It is an elected member of IATA’s Perishable Cargo Working Group, IATA Live Animals and Perishables Board, and is also a member of Pharma.Aero and a board member of the Cool Chain Association.