Lufthansa Cargo Strengthens Strategic Partnerships in China

Amid rapid growth in China’s economy and airfreight sector, Lufthansa Cargo has reinforced its commitment to this pivotal market.

CEO Ashwin Bhat recently signed cooperation agreements with Shanghai Airport Authority, Air China Cargo, and China Postal Express & Logistics Co., Ltd.

MoU Signed with Shanghai Airport Authority
In a move to boost operational efficiencies and customer experience, Lufthansa Cargo and Shanghai Airport Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The goal: to position Shanghai Pudong Airport as a premier Asia-Pacific hub. “The MOU marks a new chapter in our cooperation journey,” said Feng Xin, CEO of Shanghai Airport Authority. Ashwin Bhat added, “Shanghai is our largest freight hub outside Frankfurt, and this MoU reinforces our commitment to excellence in this key market.”

Shanghai Government Backs Lufthansa Cargo Expansion
Shanghai’s Vice Mayor Hua Yuan expressed strong support for Lufthansa Cargo’s initiatives in sustainability, digital innovation, and cross-border e-commerce. “The Shanghai Municipal Government is eager to collaborate with Lufthansa Cargo to enhance the city’s logistics and Sino-German trade,” Hua Yuan stated. Bhat noted, “This collaboration opens new pathways to strengthen our presence and partnerships in Shanghai.”

25 Years of Partnership in China
Since launching a Shanghai-Frankfurt route in 1997, Lufthansa Cargo has established a robust presence in China, adding flights to major cities like Beijing, Chengdu, and Hong Kong. With over two decades of growth, its joint venture with Shanghai Airport Group, PACTL, has processed nearly 1.6 million tons of cargo in 2023 alone, underscoring its vital role in Shanghai’s economy and logistics sector.