The carrier was selected for this honour from industry professionals

Turkish Cargo has been honored with the ‘Cargo Airline of the Year–Global’ award at the 2025 World Air Cargo Awards, one of the most prestigious accolades in the air cargo industry.
The award ceremony, held in Munich, Germany, was part of Air Cargo Europe, the industry’s largest gathering of logistics and air freight professionals. The recognition was organized by Air Cargo Week, a leading global publication.
Turkish Cargo was selected for this honour from industry professionals and a comprehensive assessment by an independent jury. The award highlights the carrier’s excellence in key categories such as operational performance, customer satisfaction, digital innovation, global network strength, and compliance with international safety standards.
“This award is a powerful testament to the strength of our operations, our technology-driven infrastructure, our people-first culture, and our sustainable approach to service delivery,” stated Ali Türk, Chief Cargo Officer, Turkish Airlines.
Backed by its next-generation cargo hub SMARTIST, advanced digital systems, a robust freighter fleet, and a growing network of destinations, the carrier plays an instrumental role in shaping the future of the logistics industry through operational excellence and sustainability-driven innovation, a press note concluded.