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Transport logistic 2023: Lufthansa Cargo on site again as exhibitor
Frankfurt, May 3, 2023 - From May 9 to 12, 2023, the world's largest logistics trade fair "transport logistic" will once again open its doors in Munich. Together with its subsidiaries CB Customs Broker, heyworld and time:matters, Lufthansa Cargo will once again be exhibiting at this year's international trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT and supply chain management.
As a highlight, Europe's largest cargo line is hosting a round table on the latest developments and trends in eCommerce business on Tuesday, May 9.
Air freight has become increasingly important, especially in recent pandemic years. Demand for fast and reliable transport solutions is high, while at the same time sustainable developments are significantly driving the future of airfreight logistics. Lufthansa Cargo sees a growth market in eCommerce in particular and is actively shaping it with its partners CB Customs Broker and heyworld. The full-service customs agency Customs Broker supports Lufthansa Cargo with its own software solution for the fast and reliable customs clearance of complex shipments. The logistics partner heyworld offers door-to-door solutions for cross-border eCommerce shipments and complements Lufthansa Cargo's complete solution for the eCommerce business.
Journalists are cordially invited to participate in the round table on the future of the eCommerce market and its significance. On Tuesday, May 9, from 12:00 to 13:00, Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo, Uwe Glunz, Managing Director of CB Customs Broker, and Boris Hueske, Managing Director of heyworld, will provide impetus.
The largest leading international trade fair transport logistic is regarded as an established meeting place for all players in the fields of logistics and mobility. Lufthansa Cargo has been an exhibitor at the trade fair for many years and can be found again this year in pole position at booths 100 and 101/202 in hall B1. Airfreight experts from the company will be available there to answer questions and talk to interested trade fair visitors about current topics and trends in the airfreight industry.
In addition to the above-mentioned partners, Swiss WorldCargo and time:matters will also be represented at the stand. The latter, as an expert for time-critical emergency transports and supply chain solutions, will present its customized and industry-specific logistics concepts and strategies at the booth.
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With revenue of 4.6 billion euros and a transport performance of 7.2 billion freight ton kilometers in 2022, Lufthansa Cargo is one of the world's leading companies in the transport of airfreight. The company currently employs around 4,100 people worldwide. Lufthansa Cargo's focus is on the airport-to-airport business. The route network covers around 300 destinations in more than 100 countries, using both freighter aircraft and cargo capacity from passenger aircraft operated by Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings Discover and SunExpress, as well as trucks. The majority of the cargo business is handled via Frankfurt Airport. Lufthansa Cargo is pursuing the goal of becoming the world's most environmentally friendly cargo airline. To achieve this, the company relies on state-of-the-art technologies and constant investments in the area of sustainability. In 2022, important milestones were reached, such as the investment in the continuous expansion of the B777F fleet, the expansion of short- and medium-haul networks with A321 freighters, and the continuation of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel program. In 2023, Lufthansa Cargo plans to successively equip its B777F fleet with Sharkskin technology, implement further digital services and contribute to reducing CO2 emissions through sustainable logistics solutions. Lufthansa Cargo is a wholly owned subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG and the specialist for the logistics business of the Lufthansa Group.
