Qatar's new service

Effective from September 1, passengers flying Qatar Airways routes worldwide will have enhanced baggage allowances with additional baggage weight allowed per person. Economy weight allowances have been increased from 23kg to 30kg while Business and First Class have each been increased from 30kg and 40kg to 40kg and 50kg, respectively.

The number of bags remains the same and dependent on the type of ticket purchased. The increased weight allowance does not apply when travelling to points that are regulated by per-piece allowance.

It will also publish new excess baggage rates in September which will also see an increase. Passengers will be able to purchase excess baggage at discounted rates of up to 20 per cent on qatarairways.com.

source: the himalayan times,21 august 2013