September29 , 2026

    Lufthansa cargo and Swiss WorldCargo announced a closer strategic alliance

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    Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo, the airfreight divisions of the Lufthansa Group, have launched a new strategic cooperation aimed at strengthening commercial and operational synergies and delivering greater value to customers. While both will continue to operate under their respective brands, the two organisations are aligning more closely to navigate industry shifts and evolving global trade dynamics.

    Over the next months, Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo will unlock synergies in various commercial and operational fields, and creating one face to the customer along with a unified market approach, harmonising range of services, shipment flows, and operational procedures as well as utilising one IT platform, thereby generating added value for the cargo customers and partners of Lufthansa Group.

    “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 specialised and premium air cargo
    services across our combined network,” says Alain Chisari, Head of Swiss WorldCargo.

    Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are major cargo solution providers, both part of the Lufthansa Group, complementing each other regarding their offerings and focus. Swiss WorldCargo is the expert for high-value, care-intensive, time-critical air freight focused on the belly capacity through efficient, personalised and high-quality services across more than 130 destinations worldwide, while Lufthansa Cargo is the efficiency leader with a global capacity offering of both belly as well as freighter capacity, and a broad network, leading in digitalisation and well-known for its innovative solutions. Retaining both individual brands and combining their unique strengths with a more distinct and
    comprehensive product and service portfolio will benefit its customers and partners.

    “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 the 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 organisations even closer, we further strengthen Lufthansa Group’s purpose of connecting people, cultures, and economies in a sustainable way,” says Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo.