Lufthansa Cargo Appoints New Executives for Key Regions
Lufthansa Cargo welcomes two executives to new positions at the beginning of the year: Dr. Andre Schulz, previously Head of Region Middle East, Africa & South Asia & CIS, took over the position of Head of Region Europe on 1 January 2025. He has thus been responsible for all Lufthansa Cargo activities in the region since the beginning of the year, succeeding Oliver von Götz, who took over the position of “Head of Global Fulfillment Management” in the fall of 2024. Dr. Andre Schulz holds a doctorate in business and has been working for Lufthansa Group since 2008. After management roles at a number of international locations including 17 years of corporate and sales experience, he joined Lufthansa Cargo in 2022.
Leadership Expansion
Stephanie Pöhn-Helbig, currently “Head of Crew Control,” will become “Head of Region Middle East, Africa & South Asia & CIS” on 1 March 2025. Based in Frankfurt, she will manage activities for the region. Her appointment increases female representation in management to over 30 percent, highlighting the company’s diversity. An MBA graduate, she brings a diverse aviation background from her officer career in the German Air Force and various industry roles. She joined the Lufthansa Group in 2021 and crew management in 2023.
“I am excited to further strengthen our global sales organization with Stephanie Pöhn-Helbig and Dr. Andre Schulz. Their understanding of various geographies, combined with their leadership experience will be a strong asset for Lufthansa Cargo and our customers in these dynamic markets. Their diverse backgrounds provide fresh and innovative perspectives and further enhance our focus on enabling global business,” explains Anand Kulkarni, Head of Global Markets at Lufthansa Cargo.
Lufthansa Cargo Participation
Lufthansa Cargo will participate in Fruit Logistica 2025, taking place in Berlin from February 5-7, at Hall 25, Booth C-08. The exhibition will highlight Lufthansa Cargo’s sustainable transport solutions for perishable goods.
Known for its expertise in airfreight of temperature-sensitive perishables, Lufthansa Cargo ensures reliable compliance with temperature and quality standards throughout the supply chain.
As a trusted partner to the fruit and vegetable industry, the airline offers specialized logistics solutions focused on freshness, speed, and reliability.
Utilizing advanced technology and a global network, the company delivers perishable goods safely and on time worldwide.
The Perishable Centre at the Frankfurt hub, Europe’s largest temperature-controlled logistics center, plays a crucial role with 20 different temperature zones and trained staff to prepare a wide range of perishable goods for transport.