Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo, both members of the Lufthansa Group, have started a new strategic cooperation. While both organizations will maintain their distinct brands, they are aligning closely to unlock commercial and operational synergies in, creating a single face to the customer along with a unified market approach, harmonizing services, shipment flows and operational procedures as well as utilizing one IT platform.
Swiss WorldCargo specialises in high-value, care-intensive, time-critical air freight focused on belly capacity, while Lufthansa Cargo offers both belly and freighter capacity, and a broad network.
Head of Swiss WorldCargo, Alain Chisari, said: “We are building on the complementary strengths of Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo – two brands with distinct identities, shared values, and a continuous commitment to quality and care. By combining our capabilities, expertise, and market presence, we will create new, industry leading synergies and provide greater value to our customers.”
Lufthansa Cargo chief executive, Ashwin Bhat, added: “Thanks to a deeper cooperation, customers will have access to one of the broadest networks in the industry along with a wide product portfolio with highest quality combined with many years of expertise. By aligning the two organizations even closer, we further strengthen Lufthansa Groups’ purpose of connecting people, cultures and economies in a sustainable way.”
