Turkish Cargo

Turkish Cargo (Türk Hava Yolları Anonim Ortaklığı) is the dedicated freight division of Türkiye’s national carrier. Operating as a critical link in the global supply chain, the organisation provides air logistics services ranging from standard belly-hold freight to dedicated freighter operations. It acts as a primary integrator between manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe, leveraging its strategic position at the intersection of major international flight paths. The carrier utilises a diverse fleet consisting of both wide-body passenger aircraft and dedicated freighters, including Boeing 777F and Airbus A330-200F models. It serves a broad international client base including pharmaceutical companies, automotive manufacturers, and e-commerce platforms. The organisation operates out of major hubs in Istanbul, facilitating transit to hundreds of destinations worldwide through its integration with the Turkish Airlines network. Prospective partners or buyers should verify specific handling certifications for specialised goods, such as IATA CEIV status for pharmaceuticals or live animals. Assessment of lead times should account for the capacity constraints at its primary hubs and the specific scheduling of its freighter fleet versus passenger-reliant belly cargo. It is also advisable to confirm the availability of cold-chain infrastructure at specific destination outstations before committing to temperature-sensitive shipments.