AWB prefix 160 identifies Cathay Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 160-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Cathay Cargo tracking page. See also Cathay Cargo AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 160 mean?
AWB prefix 160 identifies Cathay Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 160-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Hong Kong |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | oneworld |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 160 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Cathay Cargo Portal |
| Primary Hubs | Hong Kong International (HKG) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 160. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 160 maps to Cathay Cargo. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 160?
- 160 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Cathay Cargo.
- How do I track a 160 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Cathay Cargo AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 160 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.