Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo plan deeper strategic ties
Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo have announced a new strategic cooperation set to deepen commercial and operational synergies and enhance customer value.
The firms state that the partnership will make them work more closely together to lead through the ongoing changes in the airfreight industry and global trade.
While both organisations will maintain their distinct brands and strengths, Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo will unlock synergies in various commercial and operational fields, creating one face to the customer along with a unified market approach, harmonising a range of services, shipment flows, and operational procedures as well as utilising one IT platform.
The air freight divisions of Lufthansa Group state they hope this will generate added value for the cargo customers and partners of Lufthansa Group.
Swiss WorldCargo is known for its high-value, care-intensive, time-critical air freight focused on belly capacity through efficient, personalised and high-quality services across more than 130 destinations worldwide.
Lufthansa Cargo has a global capacity offering of both belly and freighter capacity, and a broad network, leading in digitalisation and well-known for its innovative solutions.
Alain Chisari, head of Swiss WorldCargo, 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. Together we are shaping the future of specialized and premium air cargo services across our combined network.”
Ashwin Bhat, chief executive of Lufthansa Cargo, said: “Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are respected brands within the air cargo industry known for the highest quality and reliable transportation solutions.
“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.
“We are very pleased to be able to offer our customers even more tailored solutions for the transport of their freight. By aligning the two organizations even closer, we further strengthen Lufthansa Group’s purpose of connecting people, cultures and economies in a sustainable way.”
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