Virgin Australia has launched daily Melbourne-to-Doha flights, expanding its international network in partnership with Qatar Airways. The service, which began December 1, 2025, is expected to inject AU$190 million annually into Victoria's economy and add 108 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity.
Qatar Airways has announced plans to expand its services in Saudi Arabia with the introduction of new flights to Hail International Airport and increased frequencies at King Abdulaziz International Airport and King Khalid International Airport. The airline will operate three weekly flights to Hail, starting from January 5, 2026.
Qatar Airways unveiled a Formula 1-themed Boeing 777 livery designed by Grammy-winning artist Swizz Beatz during the Qatar Grand Prix weekend. The aircraft, featuring innovative design elements, completed a celebratory flypast over Lusail International Circuit before embarking on a winter tour of major global destinations including London, Melbourne, New York, and Tokyo.
Against the backdrop of Dubai Airshow 2025, Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace to optimize its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet efficiency. The airline will adopt Collins' Ascentia analytics solution to manage fleet maintenance by improving reliability and reducing costs.
Qatar Airways has announced significant expansions to its winter 2025-2026 flight schedule, targeting key markets across Asia and Africa. The carrier will increase flight frequencies to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai, and Singapore, responding to growing travel demand on these strategic routes.
After completing the installation across its Boeing 777 fleet in July 2025, Qatar Airways swiftly upgraded its Airbus A350s. The airline completed the entire A350 upgrade in December 2025 within an 'record-breaking' eight months.
Qatar Airways has appointed Hamad Ali Al-Khater as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 7, 2025, replacing Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.
The oneworld Alliance has appointed Ole Orvér as its new CEO, succeeding Nathaniel Peiper who left in November 2025. Robert Isom, American Airlines' CEO and Chairman of oneworld's Governing Board, welcomed Orvér to his role.