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Excellent environmental management: Lufthansa Airlines revalidated under EMAS

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:33:07 +0200

Lufthansa Airlines has successfully completed revalidation under the EMAS environmental management system (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) for the reporting year 2025. With this, the airline is once again sending an important signal for corporate environmental responsibility. For the first time, Lufthansa City Airlines and Lufthansa Aviation GmbH were also recognized. Validation covered how the companies implement environmental measures and achieve measurable progress — whether in flight operations or on the ground.

EMAS is a voluntary instrument of the European Union that supports companies and organizations of all sizes and sectors in continuously improving their environmental performance. The environmental management system includes all requirements of the international environmental management standard ISO 14001, supplemented by additional requirements.

This year's environmental statement focuses on operational fuel efficiency. Lufthansa Airlines demonstrates how measures across the entire flight operation — from flight planning through cruise flight to landing and ground processes — lead to measurable kerosene savings.

The complete results and further measures are documented in the Lufthansa Airlines 2026 Environmental Statement, which is publicly accessible at www.lufthansagroup.com/en/responsibility/news-and-data/reporting.html.

Flying more sustainably with “shark skin”: Lufthansa Group tests next-generation AeroSHARK

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:20:55 +0200

An Airbus A319 of Lufthansa City Airlines is the world’s first test aircraft for a new generation of fuel-efficient AeroSHARK technology. Lufthansa Technik will test approximately 70 transparent film patches measuring 20 × 20 centimeters each on the short-haul aircraft with registration D-ABGK together with its development partner Surventis (formerly BASF Coatings) through February 2027. These material samples are attached to selected areas on the sides of the fuselage as well as on the inside and outside of the engine cowlings. Their performance will be analyzed over the next few months during regular flight operations between Munich and Hamburg and is expected to provide insights for the further development of the AeroSHARK technology. The long-term goal is to tap into additional efficiency potential in flight operations through the broader use of AeroSHARK, thereby contributing to greater sustainability in air travel.

For passengers aboard the Lufthansa City Airlines aircraft bearing the name of the city “Starnberg,” the test remains virtually invisible. The material is transparent and hardly noticeable to the eye. Flight operations also remain unchanged. For informational purposes, a welcome panel featuring the AeroSHARK design at the aircraft’s entrance draws the attention of interested travelers to the test.

The patch test: Research meets real-world flight operations

To date, the fuel-saving AeroSHARK film has been used on the fuselage and engine cowlings of long-haul aircraft certified for this technology. With their current research and development work, Lufthansa Technik and Surventis are now taking an important step forward. Together, they are developing the next-generation material, which could also be used on wings as well as horizontal and vertical stabilizers in the future. These areas are exposed to higher aerodynamic loads.

With the test run that has now begun, various new AeroSHARK material samples are being evaluated under real-world conditions. The 70 test patches differ in terms of their material and layer composition. The goal of the study is to identify the material that combines the highest durability with easy application, straightforward cleaning, and residue-free removal. Lufthansa Technik conducts regular material inspections during regular ground time in Hamburg.

Inspired by nature

To date, AeroSHARK is the only riblet technology approved for commercial aviation. It consists of a specially developed surface film with microscopically fine grooved structures modeled after shark skin. The skin of sharks features fine grooves aligned with the direction of flow - known as riblets - which reduce frictional drag and improve flow characteristics in water. AeroSHARK applies this effect to aviation: The functional surface film features riblets only about 50 micrometers high, precisely aligned with the airflow. It is applied to an aircraft’s fuselage and engine cowlings and reduces aerodynamic drag during flight. The technology reduces fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions on every flight—currently by about 1 percent.

22 Lufthansa Group long-haul aircraft have already been equipped with AeroSHARK

As of July 2026, the Lufthansa Group has already equipped 22 aircraft with AeroSHARK: SWISS’s entire fleet of Boeing 777-300ERs (twelve aircraft), five Boeing 777Fs from Lufthansa Cargo, four Boeing 777-200ERs from Austrian Airlines, and one Boeing 747-400 from Lufthansa. As a result, the Lufthansa Group’s AeroSHARK fleet saves 19 metric tonnes of fuel and 60 metric tonnes of CO₂ daily. AeroSHARK is also gaining traction across the industry: Airlines outside the Lufthansa Group are also already using this innovative film to increase the fuel efficiency of their long-haul aircraft.

15 years in the service of science: Lufthansa Airbus celebrates research anniversary

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:28:57 +0200

The Lufthansa Airbus A340-300, named after the city of "Viersen", is celebrating a special anniversary: When the long-haul jet is scheduled to operate flight LH405 from New York to Frankfurt from July 7 to July 8, 2026, it will have been collecting important data for climate research in scheduled service for exactly 15 years to the day. On July 8, 2011, the aircraft with the registration "D-AIGT" added a new mission to its passenger flights: for the first time, it also took to the skies in the service of climate research – from Frankfurt to Lagos in Nigeria. At the time, Lufthansa, together with Forschungszentrum Jülich, became the world's first airline to launch a novel long-term observation of the Earth's atmosphere via scheduled flights, based on the measurement system of the research program IAGOS (In-service Aircraft for a Global Observing System; https://www.iagos.org/).

The Lufthansa Group’s commitment to climate research dates back even further. The IAGOS predecessor system MOZAIC was already installed on two Lufthansa Airbus A340-300s and reliably collected measurement data during cruising flight from 1994 to 2014. This marks over three decades of Lufthansa Group’s support for atmospheric and climate research.

Up to three Lufthansa Group aircraft in daily service for climate research

Since then, the Lufthansa Group has continuously expanded its commitment. In February 2015, the second IAGOS system was installed on the Lufthansa Airbus A330-300 with the registration "D-AIKO", which today flies for Discover Airlines. In November 2022, the "D-AIKE", another Airbus A330-300 operated by Discover Airlines, became the third IAGOS aircraft in the Group's fleet. Today, up to three Lufthansa Group aircraft collect atmospheric data daily – the "Viersen" with Lufthansa, as well as two long-haul aircraft with Discover Airlines, on flight routes around the globe.

Around 400 organizations worldwide use the measurement data for research

The compact measurement system is permanently installed beneath the aircraft cockpit. Outside air reaches the measuring instruments via two probes built into the aircraft fuselage. After each flight, the data is automatically transmitted to the central database of the research center CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) in Toulouse, a key IAGOS partner of Forschungszentrum Jülich. The data is freely available to the global research community and is currently used by around 400 organizations worldwide to identify long-term changes in the atmosphere, refine climate models and improve weather forecasts. In addition, IAGOS is one of the central pillars of the World Meteorological Organization's global aircraft-based observation system.

Through its measurements on regular passenger flights, the Lufthansa Group supports the IAGOS research infrastructure – one of the most important European programs for studying the Earth's atmosphere. Coordinated by Forschungszentrum Jülich, the project brings together the expertise of partners from research, meteorological services, the aviation industry and airlines. The initiative is funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).

More than 37,500 measurement flights completed

The use of passenger aircraft allows the collection of measurement data at a volume and resolution that would not be possible with dedicated research aircraft or satellites. The data collected by the aircraft during cruising flight at altitudes of nine to thirteen kilometers is of great significance for atmospheric and climate research. This region is particularly relevant because it is where processes occur that affect the Earth's radiation budget and climate. The Lufthansa Group has already completed more than 37,500 measurement flights since 1994 on regular passenger flights using MOZAIC and IAGOS measurement equipment. The recorded values have made a significant contribution to building one of the world's most extensive datasets on ozone and water vapor content in the atmosphere. Today, ten aircraft operated by eight airlines worldwide are equipped with the IAGOS system.

Supporting atmospheric and climate research is part of the Lufthansa Group's broad sustainability commitment. Together with partners from science and research, the Lufthansa Group is working to better understand the impact of aviation on the atmosphere and climate, and to make scientific findings applicable to the further development of flight operations. In addition to IAGOS, this includes research activities on non-CO₂ effects, climate-optimized flight planning, and more precise weather data in operational use.

Deutsche Bank invests in Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Lufthansa Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:59:55 +0200

A strong signal for more sustainable aviation: As part of its strategy to reduce the climate impact of business travel, Deutsche Bank is investing in the deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in air transport with the Lufthansa Group. The jointly agreed volume of approximately 1,600 metric tonnes of SAF enables an estimated emissions saving of around 5,500 metric tonnes of CO₂. This is equivalent to the CO₂ emissions of approximately 520 flights between Frankfurt and London operated by an Airbus A320neo. The agreement builds on the growing partnership between the two companies: since October 2025, Deutsche Bank has been issuing the Lufthansa Miles & More Credit Card. In the area of sustainability, both partners aim to deepen their collaboration further – with the goal of advancing the sustainable transformation and enhancing the credibility and acceptance of climate protection solutions.

Frank Naeve, Senior Vice President Global Sales and Distribution, Lufthansa Group, says: "Deutsche Bank's decision to support the deployment of SAF with Lufthansa Group at this scale is a compelling demonstration that more sustainable flying is becoming increasingly important in the business travel sector. We are delighted to set a milestone together with Deutsche Bank – and to show that companies can make a measurable contribution to reducing the climate impact of their travel activities through concrete investments in SAF."

Jörg Eigendorf, Chief Sustainability Officer of Deutsche Bank, says: "Sustainable Aviation Fuel is an important instrument for Deutsche Bank in our efforts to nearly halve our CO₂ emissions along our supply chain by 2030 compared with 2019. It is also important for us to send a signal: only if there is reliable demand will SAF producers invest in production and make alternative fuels more competitive. This is a key part of our overall approach: we want to reduce CO₂ emissions from our business travel and offset the remaining emissions where feasible."

A broad portfolio of solutions for corporate customers

The Lufthansa Group has been working for many years on a sustainable transformation of aviation and offers companies a wide range of tailored solutions for more sustainable flying. Through so-called SAF bulk deals, companies can procure larger quantities of SAF from the Lufthansa Group. From an investment of EUR 2,000 or more, companies receive a Scope 3 certificate for CO₂ savings in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol standard. This not only strengthens a company's environmental commitment but also promotes the further development and deployment of SAF within the aviation industry. Logistics companies are increasingly also entering into SAF bulk deals, which Lufthansa Cargo offers from a minimum purchase volume of 100 metric tonnes of SAF.

With the "Sustainable Corporate Value Fare", business customers can contribute to saving up to 30 per cent of future CO₂ emissions by SAF. Across all corporate customer products, around 1,700 companies worldwide invested in SAF with the Lufthansa Group in 2025.

Growing demand for more sustainable travel options

The Lufthansa Group is recording an overall increase in demand for more sustainable travel options and enables its customers – through a variety of offerings for private and business travel – to contribute to reducing the climate impact of future flights. With measurable success: more than five per cent of Lufthansa Group passengers chose a more sustainable travel option in 2025 – for example, the Green Fares fare. The volume of Sustainable Aviation Fuel sold was more than doubled in the previous year across various product formats. The active engagement of passengers in more sustainable flying is an important pillar of the Lufthansa Group's sustainability strategy.

Five levers for more sustainable flying

The wide range of offerings for private travellers and corporate customers – alongside fleet modernization, the continuous improvement of fuel efficiency in flight operations, the deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), and the expansion of intermodality – represents one of five levers through which the Lufthansa Group is advancing more sustainable flying. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for more than 30 years.

Background: Deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) within the Lufthansa Group

Through the options offered by the Lufthansa Group for more sustainable flying, customers support the use of SAF in flight operations. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the required volume of SAF is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. SAF is a so-called "drop-in" fuel: it is compatible with conventional fossil kerosene and can be easily blended with it. Booking an option for more sustainable flying does not result in an individual SAF refueling of the booked flight but supports the broader use of SAF across the Lufthansa Group's route network. Assessed over its entire lifecycle, the SAF produced from biogenic residues and used by the Lufthansa Group has a CO₂ footprint that is at least 80 per cent lower on an annual average than that of conventional aviation fuel derived from fossil crude oil. SAF which is part of the Lufthansa Group's offerings for customers for more sustainable flying is purchased by the Lufthansa Group in addition to mandatory SAF quotas.

Portions of the eligible SAF deployed were co-financed through the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS).

Lufthansa Group at ILA Berlin 2026: Anniversary Aircraft and Lufthansa Technik Defense

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:03:46 +0200

The Lufthansa Group will have a dual presence at this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin: with its Airbus A320neo at the Airbus Static Display in Lufthansa’s special 100th founding anniversary livery, and with the Lufthansa Technik Defense exhibition booth.

The Lufthansa A320neo, registered D-AING, is part of the anniversary fleet commemorating the founding of the first Lufthansa 100 years ago. The aircraft, featuring the iconic Lufthansa crane in XXL format on a blue fuselage, represents more than a century of aviation history and the continuous modernization of the Lufthansa Group fleet.

At ILA 2026, the Lufthansa Group will place a particular focus on Lufthansa Technik Defense. Since 2023, Lufthansa Technik has brought together its defense activities for the German Armed Forces and its NATO partners under this brand. The company is involved in various military modernization and procurement programs, including the P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft, the PEGASUS signals intelligence system, and the CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift transport helicopter. In addition, Lufthansa Technik Defense, together with Lockheed Martin, Rheinmetall, and ESG, provides technical support for Germany’s future F-35 fleet.

At its 144-square-meter exhibition stand, Lufthansa Technik Defense will showcase these programs as well as additional capabilities in the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification of military aircraft.

Visit us at ILA Berlin 2026: The Lufthansa A320neo can be seen at the Airbus Static Display (S4). The Lufthansa Technik Defense stand is located in Hall D, Stand 395.

“Fuel Available for Summer – Book with the Lufthansa Group”

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer of the Lufthansa Group

Mr. Vranckx, most European airlines are confident that there will be no jet fuel shortage this summer. Customers can book flights with confidence, they say. Do you share that view?
Yes, that applies to us as well. At all six European hubs of the Lufthansa Group — Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Brussels, and Rome — as well as abroad, there are no signs from our suppliers that fuel supply will be at risk this summer.

Isn't that a little optimistic?
Just under a quarter of jet fuel shipments destined for Europe needs to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. To compensate for any shortfalls in those deliveries, imports are now increasingly reaching us from other continents — for example from North America and Africa. In addition, European refineries have ramped up their jet fuel production to maximum capacity.

So everyone can safely book their summer holiday?
Absolutely – fuel supply is stable so summer’s good to go. We offer our customers a unique route network across Europe and the entire world, covering more than 300 destinations in over 100 countries. Whether it's a city break or a beach holiday, a short-haul or long-haul flight, whether Seville or Los Angeles — we have the right destination and the ideal flight connection for every customer.

But what if the crisis in the Middle East were to cause further flight cancellations after all?
As I said: we do not anticipate that. Should fuel shortages occur contrary to expectations, and flights be cancelled as a result, the customer has a choice: either they are rebooked, or they receive a full refund of the ticket price as a 'money-back' guarantee — it's that simple. These cancellation and rebooking rules apply without restriction to all airlines in the Group.

“Our airlines are ready for summer, our network is strong — our customers can rely on us.”

Dieter Vranckx

So the message to all customers is: book your travels with confidence?
Yes — and I want to emphasize once more: should a flight be cancelled, the full ticket price will be refunded promptly upon the customer's request. We are not alone, incidentally, in our assessment that customers can look forward to a comprehensive flight offering this summer: our partner airlines are also planning to operate with a near-complete flight schedule during this year's peak season. Precisely because demand for air travel around the globe remains consistently strong. People want to fly, to discover new countries and cultures, to visit family and friends, to meet business partners, or simply to enjoy their well-deserved holiday. I say this with full conviction: our airlines are ready for summer, our network is strong — our customers can rely on us.

Lufthansa Group expands climate protection portfolio

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:02:27 +0200

The Lufthansa Group has reshaped its portfolio of climate protection projects and is placing a stronger emphasis on technology-based solutions. As part of its offers for more sustainable flying, passengers can contribute to CO₂ savings through the climate protection project portfolio. The new portfolio comprises 14 projects certified to the highest standards. The share of projects that permanently remove CO₂ from the atmosphere has been doubled and now accounts for around 20 percent. The projects are being implemented in Lufthansa Group’s home markets of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, and Italy, as well as in other countries. In 2025, Lufthansa Group passengers contributed to climate protection projects covering more than 710,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ through more sustainable travel options - an increase of around 20 percent compared with the previous year.

Nina Sproedt, Head of Sustainability at Lufthansa Group, says: “Climate protection projects, which complement our own emission reduction measures, are an important building block on the path to more sustainable aviation and the achievement of our climate goals. With our carefully curated portfolio, we are increasingly focusing on technology-based projects that enable long-term CO₂ sequestration. In this way, we are contributing to the further development and scaling of these technologies. We offer our passengers the opportunity to support high-quality climate protection projects and the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, thereby actively participating in the transformation of aviation.”

For its new climate protection project portfolio, the Lufthansa Group is working with myclimate, First Climate, Ceezer, Senken, Climeworks and 1PointFive. The projects selected for the portfolio are certified according to the highest available standards - such as the Gold Standard, which is recommended by the German Environment Agency, among others. In this way, the Lufthansa Group ensures that supporting these projects makes a positive contribution to climate protection. Furthermore, Gold Standard projects also contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and thereby support sustainable development in the respective project regions.

Technology focus in the new climate protection project portfolio
The Lufthansa Group’s climate protection project portfolio is divided into two categories: “avoidance” and “removal” projects. “Avoidance” projects prevent CO₂ emissions outside the airline industry - for example, through the use of energy-efficient cookstoves or modular biogas plants. “Removal” projects, on the other hand, actively remove CO₂ from the atmosphere and store it over the long term. This can be done nature-based, for example through the reforestation of forests and natural landscapes. In addition, there are “removal” projects that use technology-based approaches - for example, those in which CO₂ is extracted from the ambient air via photosynthesis and bound as carbon in the form of biochar. Innovative projects that filter CO₂ from the air and store it underground are also part of the growing share of removal projects (Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage, DACCS).

Commitment to innovative DACCS technologies
In the aviation industry, decarbonization is particularly challenging compared to other sectors. Sector-specific measures to reduce CO₂ emissions always take priority. In addition, the Lufthansa Group is exploring further emission-reduction solutions with an open approach to technology. Particularly advanced technologies such as DACCS will make it possible in the future to filter CO₂ from the ambient air and subsequently store it underground for the long term. These projects are now, for the first time, included in the Lufthansa Group’s climate protection project portfolio. The Lufthansa Group is already working with partners such as Deep Sky, Airbus and Climeworks to advance the development, promotion, and utilization of these innovative technological solutions.

Passengers and the interested public can also find further information on the new climate protection portfolio and the underlying mechanisms on specially created web pages of the Lufthansa Group airlines.

Lufthansa City Airlines reaches collective labor agreement for cockpit and cabin crew

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:08:00 +0200

Lufthansa City Airlines and the ver.di union have reached an agreement on a comprehensive collective labor agreement framework for flying personnel. The agreement establishes clear guidelines for cabin and cockpit crew. This collective labor agreement is an important milestone in continuing Lufthansa City Airlines’ success story as its workforce grows.

The majority of Lufthansa City Airlines’ flight crew has chosen ver.di as its union representative. The agreement with ver.di reflects the employees’ wishes regarding the representation of their interests and thus reflects the union’s majority status within the company. “We are very pleased with the successful start to our social partnership with ver.di. This collective labor agreement paves the way for positive development for our employees and provides the planning security we need for our growth and the opportunities that come with it,” emphasizes Peter Albers, Chief Operating Officer of Lufthansa City Airlines.

The agreement provides a stable foundation for continued growth while addressing the economic challenges of the highly competitive European short-haul market. It also enhances the competitiveness of short-haul traffic at the hubs in Munich and Frankfurt am Main.

Comprehensive package with a three-year term

The collective agreement package consists of two key components. The pay agreement includes adjustments to the pay structure, while the framework agreement governs the working conditions for crews. Through negotiations with ver.di, uniform working conditions were established for both flight and cabin crew. This alignment promises greater operational stability, which is in the interest of both passengers and employees.

In addition, the collective labor agreements include provisions on company pension plans and performance-based compensation, among other things. The collective labor agreements will take effect retroactively on April 1, 2026, and will remain in force for three years. The conclusion of the collective labor agreement is subject to approval by the relevant committees.

Lufthansa Group reaches Collective Bargaining Agreement for more than 20,000 employees

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:39:27 +0100

Following intense negotiations, Lufthansa Group and trade union Verdi have reached a collective bargaining agreement covering more than 20,000 ground staff in Germany – nearly one-fifth of the entire Lufthansa Group workforce. Under the agreement, which has a minimum term of more than two years, pay increases totaling 4.6 percent are planned, benefiting employees of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Lufthansa Cargo, and Lufthansa Technik amongst others. In addition, further agreements were reached, including safeguards for station employees in Germany.

Michael Niggemann, Member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG responsible for Human Resources and Legal Affairs, says:

“This agreement sends a clear message in times of geopolitical crises and their resulting impact on the global economy: We are a responsible employer for our employees. Furthermore, the long-term nature of the agreement guarantees reliability. This provides a solid foundation for continuing to invest in the Lufthansa Group and thus also in the future of our employees.

After challenging negotiations, we succeeded in reaching a good compromise together at the negotiating table – without industrial action and without burdens - to our customers or additional economic disruptions. This was only possible because both sides were aware of their collective bargaining responsibilities toward the Lufthansa Group and there was a shared commitment to reaching an agreement. With this understanding as a foundation, we have agreed that we also intend to coordinate crisis measures in terms of safeguarding jobs, should the impact of the geopolitical conflicts on the Lufthansa Group intensify.”

Key points of the agreement:

Employees of Lufthansa Technik and Lufthansa Cargo will receive a 2.2 percent pay increase retroactive – from January 1, 2026. A further increase of 2.4 percent will follow on March 1, 2027.
Ground staff at Deutsche Lufthansa AG will receive a 2.2 percent pay increase effective January 1, 2027. A further increase of 2.4 percent will take effect on March 1, 2027. The delayed payment of the first stage of the pay increase is due to the challenging economic situation at Lufthansa Airlines.
The Ground Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement (VTV) has a minimum term of 26 months, effective retroactively as of January 1, 2026.

The conclusion of the collective bargaining agreement is subject to approval by the relevant committees.

Lufthansa Makes New Offer to Vereinigung Cockpit Regarding Company Pension Plan

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:39:22 +0100

In the collective bargaining dispute over the company pension plan for cockpit employees at Lufthansa Classic and Lufthansa Cargo, Lufthansa’s negotiators have approached the union with an offer for a “comprehensive pension package” that includes the transfer of the transitional pension (ÜV) into the company pension plan (bAV), with the following wording:

“The union publicly presents the pension plans of, for example, KLM or BA as exemplary. These competitors have an integrated pension system and do not require a separate transitional pension. We are open to this option preferred by the VC and would like to resume negotiations with the union on this matter.

The particular disadvantage of the ÜV in the cockpit is that it lapses for colleagues who, due to their career or individual life plans, continue to fly until they reach the statutory retirement age.

It would also be important in such a model to ensure that planning certainty is maintained for the affected colleagues. Colleagues who are foreseeablely approaching retirement must be able to rely on their retirement benefits.

As part of the transition of the pension plan for cabin crew, we have taken a similar approach in the past and were able to enhance the company pension plan accordingly.

Roughly speaking, transferring the ÜV could result in an improvement of the company pension plan of up to 50 percent. This would not increase the company’s total costs for the pension systems, but would substantially improve the company pension plan.”

Almost 7 million Lufthansa Group passengers opted for more sustainable flying in 2025

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:29:37 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is seeing growing demand for more sustainable travel options. The Group enables its customers to contribute to reducing the climate impact of future flights with various offers for private and business air travel. With success: more than five percent of Lufthansa Group passengers have chosen a more sustainable travel option in 2025 – for example, the Green Fares flight fares. Four years ago, this share was below 0.1 percent. Last year, the volume of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) sold across various offerings more than doubled. Passengers’ active commitment to more sustainable flying is an important pillar of the Lufthansa Group’s sustainability strategy.

Just in time for the upcoming summer travel season 2026, the Lufthansa Group is once again expanding its portfolio of offerings for more sustainable flying. Tour operators can now book the new “TO Green” fare. The offer was developed in response to the growing demand for more sustainable booking options - especially for private travel. The product is based on the proven Green Fares - specially tailored to the needs of tour operators.

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer of the Lufthansa Group, says: "The growing demand for our more sustainable flying options confirms that we are on the right track. Every contribution from our passengers increases the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels in our network and reduces CO₂ emissions. We continuously develop our portfolio to make more sustainable flying even easier and more attractive. We are demonstrating that this is not just a vision, but already an established option today."

The Green Fares introduced in spring 2023 have played a key role in raising awareness of more sustainable travel options and making them more attractive. To date, more than four million passengers have opted for a Green Fares ticket, making an important contribution to more sustainable travel. Green Fares are special fares that include a contribution to saving future CO₂ emissions in the amount of the estimated individual flight-related CO₂ emissions, in addition to other features. Since the end of January 2026, the Green Fares have also been available for group bookings of more than nine people on long-haul flights operated by Lufthansa Group Airlines in all travel classes.

More sustainable offers for corporate customers and freight transport
Corporate customers also benefit from the Lufthansa Group's offers. For example, companies can purchase larger quantities of SAF through so-called SAF bulk deals. With an investment of €2,000 or more, they receive a Scope 3 certificate for CO₂ savings in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Standard. This not only strengthens their company's commitment to the environment but also promotes the further development and use of SAF in the aviation industry. Across all corporate customer products, more than 1,680 companies worldwide have invested in SAF with the Lufthansa Group in 2025.

Lufthansa Cargo corporate customers can also opt for more sustainable freight transport with the “Sustainable Choice” add-on service. The optional service can be easily booked via the Lufthansa Cargo homepage and combines the subsequent use of SAF with a contribution to high-quality climate protection projects. Logistics companies are also increasingly concluding SAF bulk deals, which Lufthansa Cargo offers for purchase quantities of 100 metric tons of SAF or more.

Five levers of the Lufthansa Group for more sustainable flying
The diverse range of offers for private travelers and corporate customers, together with fleet modernization, continuous improvement in fuel efficiency in flight operations, the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and the expansion of intermodality, are one of five levers with which the Lufthansa Group is promoting more sustainable flying. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for more than 30 years.

Background: Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and the Lufthansa Group's climate project portfolio
Through the options offered by the Lufthansa Group for more sustainable flying, customers support both the use of SAF and climate protection projects in the Lufthansa Group's home markets and other countries around the world. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the required amount of SAF is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. SAF is a so-called “drop-in” fuel: SAF is compatible with fossil kerosene and can be easily blended with it. Booking an option for more sustainable flying does not result in individual SAF refueling of the booked flight but supports the comprehensive use of SAF in the Lufthansa Group's route network. Viewed over its entire life cycle, the SAF used by the Lufthansa Group, which is made from biogenic residues, has an annual average CO₂ footprint that is at least 80 percent lower than that of conventional kerosene made from fossil crude oil. SAF, which is part of the Lufthansa Group's offerings for customers for more sustainable flying, is purchased by the Lufthansa Group in addition to mandatory SAF quotas.
All projects in the Lufthansa Group's climate project portfolio are certified according to the highest available standards – for example, the “Gold Standard,” which is recommended by the German Environment Agency, among others. These projects prevent CO₂ emissions outside the aviation industry or remove them from the atmosphere. The portfolio also includes technology-based projects. In this way, the Lufthansa Group aims to promote the development of new technologies and offerings with long-term binding of CO₂.

Lufthansa introduces “IATA Turbulence Aware” technology

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:42:22 +0100

With “IATA Turbulence Aware,” Lufthansa will collect anonymized data on turbulence from flights operated by participating airlines. This real-time data provides pilots with accurate information about current atmospheric conditions. Through IATA Turbulence Aware, Lufthansa is making a significant contribution to improving the quality of data available to airlines worldwide. Lufthansa Group airlines Swiss International Air Lines and Edelweiss Air are also participating in “IATA Turbulence Aware.”

“IATA Turbulence Aware” is based on the swarm intelligence of the skies: thousands of aircraft worldwide are equipped with sensors that continuously measure the intensity of turbulence and send anonymized data to a central database. Pilots can view the data directly on their navigation map in the cockpit. Color-coded symbols indicate the location, altitude, time, and intensity of the measured turbulence. This real-time information supplements traditional weather forecasts and enables more precise flight planning.

Francesco Sciortino, Hub Manager Frankfurt:
“With ‘IATA Turbulence Aware’, we are setting new standards for safety and comfort in aviation. This technology enables us to offer our passengers a smoother and more pleasant flight experience while making an important contribution to safety in global aviation.”

With IATA Turbulence Aware, Lufthansa Airlines is once again underlining its commitment to innovation, safety, and a first-class travel experience. Thanks to the real-time data, pilots can warn the cabin crew in advance so that service can be planned or interrupted in good time and the safety of passengers and crew can be ensured.

By participating in “IATA Turbulence Aware,” Lufthansa is making an important contribution to improving global weather forecasts. In addition to being transmitted to the database, every measurement recorded by a Lufthansa aircraft is sent to the German Weather Service, helping to calibrate the forecast models in the long term and make them even more accurate.

Real-time flight path data supports more efficient use of airspace: Lufthansa Group upgrades Airbus A320 fleet

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:14:18 +0100

For greater efficiency and lower CO₂ emissions: Lufthansa Group is retrofitting its existing Airbus A320 fleet to optimize flight routes. Starting in 2026, 134 Airbus A320s will be equipped with the FANS-C digital communication system. The ADS-C EPP (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Contract Extended Projected Profile) technology automatically transmits 4D flight path information – i.e., data on position, altitude, direction, and time – to air traffic control in real time. This allows flight routes to be better adapted to actual conditions in the air. The result: more fuel-efficient flight routes, lower CO₂ emissions, and greater punctuality.

The new technology is already in regular use in Maastricht airspace (MUAC), which is the first airspace in Europe to meet all the requirements for this. The Lufthansa Group is working with other air traffic control authorities to ensure that fuel-efficient flying can be implemented as quickly as possible in more and more European airspaces. This includes, for example, flight trials in collaboration with French air traffic control. From 2028, the new technology must be installed ex-factory in all newly delivered aircraft and ATC ground systems in the EU. With the complete retrofitting of its existing A320 aircraft, the Lufthansa Group is exceeding legal requirements and is once again leading the way in the introduction of innovative technologies. Nearly 200 retrofitted and upgraded aircraft of the A320 family will be in service for the Lufthansa Group in 2028.

"We are focusing on digitalization to make flying even more efficient. The retrofitting of our Airbus A320 fleet is a strong sign of innovation and responsibility. We are delighted that the EU is taking this step together with us. Only if all partners in the industry make their systems fit for the future in time will Europe soon be able to benefit from a better-connected and thus more sustainable airspace," says Grazia Vittadini, Chief Technology Officer of the Lufthansa Group.

Retrofitting the existing fleet as the next logical step
The new technology for transmitting flight path information in real time automatically transmits 4D flight path information generated by the aircraft's flight management system to air traffic control at any time. This so-called 4D flight trajectory describes the further course of a flight in three spatial dimensions (latitude, longitude, and altitude) and time as the fourth dimension. Based on this more precise information about the further flight path of an aircraft, air traffic control can manage airspace more efficiently and optimize the aircraft's route.

Back in 2024, the Lufthansa Group decided to equip all new additions to its A320neo fleet with FANS-C technology and is now taking the next logical step by retrofitting its existing fleet. The measures are being supported by the European Commission with up to 50 percent funding as part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) program. The new technology is currently certified for aircraft in the Airbus A320 family and the Airbus A330neo.

Important building block for forward-looking flight path optimization
ADS-C EPP technology is an important first step toward implementing the Trajectory Based Operations concept, which aims to enable dynamic adjustment and optimization of flight paths in daily operations with the participation of all system partners involved. The Lufthansa Group has made its implementation a strategic priority. The retrofitting of more than 130 aircraft in the Group's fleet is one of a wide range of measures taken by the Lufthansa Group to increase fuel efficiency in flight operations and underlines its commitment to more sustainable aviation.

Five levers of the Lufthansa Group for more sustainable flying
The continuous improvement of fuel efficiency in flight operations, combined with fleet modernization, the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), a wide range of options for private travelers and corporate customers for more sustainable flying, and the expansion of intermodality, is one of five levers with which the Lufthansa Group is promoting more sustainable flying. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for more than 30 years.

Making invisible disabilities visible: Lufthansa joins the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:01:57 +0100

Lufthansa joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program on December 1. The global program to support people with invisible disabilities enables affected individuals to discreetly indicate their needs in public spaces. The symbol is a yellow sunflower on a green background, usually in the form of a lanyard with a pendant. The “Sunflower” is used in many public, high-traffic locations such as airports, train stations, supermarkets, theaters, and universities. The Lufthansa Group's goal is to have all its airlines join the program by the end of 2026. Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, SWISS, and now Lufthansa are already on board.

Around 1.3 billion people worldwide live with some form of disability. Up to 80 percent, over a billion of them have an invisible disability such as chronic illness, mental health issues, or sensory impairments. Air travel can be particularly challenging for these individuals. The Sunflower symbol allows affected individuals to discreetly indicate that they need more time, patience, help, or understanding in certain situations. Of course, they decide for themselves whether they want to make use of this offer. In recent weeks, Lufthansa has provided its ground and cabin crews with comprehensive information and training on the Sunflower Program and raised their awareness of the issue and how to interact with passengers who wear the Sunflower.

Implementation of the program at Fraport and FMG
The Sunflower Program will also be implemented at Lufthansa's two home airports – as of now in Munich, and in Frankfurt from January 2026. The Sunflower lanyards will be available at the information or special services counters at the airports from the dates mentioned above and will also be issued at the Lufthansa special services counters in Frankfurt and Munich. Passengers with non-visible disabilities can always contact airport and Lufthansa staff, even if they are not wearing a Sunflower identification badge. Wearing the lanyard does not replace an escort or wheelchair service, nor does it allow for preferential or faster progress, for example, at check-in, security checks, or boarding. Rather, it is about awareness, respect, and empathy at all points of contact.

There are currently numerous initiatives within the Lufthansa Group to improve the travel experience for people with impairments or disabilities. In November, Lufthansa invited to the first Accessibility Customer Advisory Committee at its headquarters in Frankfurt. Members with limited mobility, visual and hearing impairments, as well as cognitive impairments and with corresponding accessibility requirements, are represented in the newly founded committee. They will support the Lufthansa Group with their observations, experiences, and ideas in order to further develop existing offers, products, and services for people with visible and invisible disabilities.

More sustainable flying: Lufthansa Group further expands group-wide fuel efficiency program

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:31:00 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is further expanding its group-wide fuel efficiency program, “OPS Sustainability.” The aim is to make the operational processes of all Lufthansa Group airlines more sustainable by increasing efficiency. Since 2022, more than 90 individual measures have helped to save a total of around 54,000 metric tonnes of kerosene, thereby permanently avoiding around 170,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. This corresponds to the fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions of 640 round-trip flights on the Munich–New York route with an Airbus A350-900 aircraft. Now, further measures are being added: The company has set itself the goal of avoiding around 50,000 additional tonnes of CO₂ annually across the group by the end of 2028, among other things by using new digital tools and data-based decision models. This corresponds to an additional annual fuel saving of over 15,200 metric tonnes.

“We embed sustainability where it has the most immediate impact - in the day-to-day operations of our airlines. Our OPS Sustainability program is already delivering measurable efficiency gains and environmental improvements. At the same time, we are investing more than ever in highly fuel-efficient, state-of-the-art aircraft,” says Grazia Vittadini, Chief Technology Officer of Lufthansa Group.

Data-driven and practical approach for further operational efficiency
With the new phase of the program now underway, additional measures are being rolled out across the Group that pursue a data-driven and practical approach to increasing efficiency in flight operations. These include, for example, the use of digital applications that will enable even more precise decisions to be made in future about the amount of fuel required for a flight, based on historical consumption data. Measures such as optimized taxiing and approach procedures, more demand-oriented water loading, and more precise flight planning are also part of the program. Sustainability is also being systematically integrated into the entire training chain for employees on board and on the ground. The goal is to promote conscious decisions for more efficient flight operations on a daily basis.

Innovations such as the “AeroSHARK” surface technology developed by Lufthansa Technik in collaboration with BASF are also helping to make daily flight operations more sustainable. The innovative film has already been applied to the surfaces of more than 20 Lufthansa Group aircraft and mimics the aerodynamic properties of shark skin. It reduces drag, thereby lowering fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by around one percent—on every flight.

The Lufthansa Group's OPS Sustainability program
Launched in 2022, the Lufthansa Group's OPS Sustainability program focuses on targeted measures to increase operational efficiency in flight operations. It covers all operational areas: cockpit, cabin, ground processes, technics, and cargo. A key feature is the networked approach. Experts from various areas of the Lufthansa Group work together across the Group, analyzing operational data, identifying inefficiencies, and developing effective solutions. This demonstrates the strength of the airline group: strategically coordinated cooperation at Group level and local implementation at the Lufthansa Group airlines allow synergies to be leveraged and even greater successes to be achieved in increasing fuel efficiency.

Five levers of the Lufthansa Group for more sustainable flying
The continuous improvement of fuel efficiency in flight operations, together with fleet modernization, the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a wide range of options for private travelers and corporate customers for more sustainable flying, and the expansion of intermodality is one of five levers with which the Lufthansa Group is promoting more sustainable flying. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for more than 30 years.

Lufthansa Group establishes Accessibility Customer Advisory Committee to further develop its offerings and services for travelers with disabilities and impairments

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:15:34 +0100

Tooday, the Lufthansa Group hosted the first meeting of its Accessibility Customer Advisory Committee in Frankfurt. The aim of the newly founded committee is to improve the travel experience for passengers with impairments or disabilities. Members with limited mobility, visual impairments, hearing impairments, or cognitive impairments and with corresponding accessibility requirements are represented in the committee. This committee will support the Lufthansa Group with their observations, experiences, and ideas in order to further develop existing offers, products, and services for people with visible and invisible disabilities.

The Lufthansa Group is supported in this initiative by the North Rhine-Westphalia State Disability Council (Landesbehindertenrat NRW; LBR), the umbrella organization of self-help groups and social associations in the state. The overarching goal of the LBR is to enable people with disabilities and chronic illnesses to participate in all areas of life. In addition to around 20 members of the LBR, who represent various disabilities, Paralympic athletes Johanna Recktenwald and Nico Dreimüller will support the Lufthansa Group's Accessibility Advisory Board with their personal experiences and expertise.

“Raise awareness of the importance of inclusion and participation”
Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer Lufthansa Group, said: "We want to work with the target group to further develop the travel experience for passengers with physical or cognitive impairments and make it as easy and self-determined as possible. The members of the Lufthansa Group Accessibility Customer Advisory Committee support us with valuable insights and recommendations. In line with a holistic approach, we are looking at the entire travel chain and the sometimes very different needs for barrier-free travel. We are focusing on all the levers that we, as the Lufthansa Group, have at our disposal to continuously improve the flight experience for all our guests.”

LBR Managing Director Ann-Christin Rauch said: “This cooperation is a milestone for accessibility, as it is the first of its kind between a self-help association and a private company. For LBR NRW, one of its main tasks is the solution-oriented implementation of accessibility, as it is not only essential for people with disabilities, but also offers relief and comfort to the general public. We want to help ensure that people with disabilities also have the right and opportunity to travel as a matter of course. In addition, we want to use the project to raise awareness among other social groups of the importance of inclusion and participation.”

The Lufthansa Group will meet regularly with the advisory committee members to gather feedback, discuss suggestions, and further develop promising ideas. Lufthansa customers with special requirements for air travel can also share their experiences and contribute to current issues relating to barrier-free travel. In recent months, Lufthansa's websites have been redesigned to provide important information for people with disabilities or impairments, with additional helpful information and a simpler structure and language. This can be accessed at any time via a wheelchair icon, which is prominently displayed in the header of each web page next to the language settings at the top right-hand corner.

Lufthansa Group-wide goal: Making invisible disabilities visible
The majority of disabilities worldwide are invisible to the people around them: approximately 1.3 billion people live with some form of disability, and up to 80 percent of them have an invisible disability. In this context, the Lufthansa Group is gradually introducing the “Hidden Disabilities Sunflower” initiative across all of its airlines. The global program to support people with invisible disabilities enables those affected to discreetly indicate their needs. The symbol is a yellow sunflower on a green background, usually in the form of a lanyard with a pendant or a corresponding pin. Austrian Airlines has been a member of the Sunflower Initiative since 2023, Eurowings since April 2025, and SWISS since November. Lufthansa will follow later this year, and by the end of 2026, all airlines in the Lufthansa Group are expected to be on board with the initiative.

Miles & More introduces new incentives for more sustainable flying with miles and Points for CO2-offsetting packages

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:47:16 +0200

Miles & More, the loyalty program of the Lufthansa Group, now awards miles and Points for more sustainable flying with bookable CO₂-offseting packages. By choosing to fly more sustainably, customers can now achieve the desired frequent flyer status more quickly.

Since 2023, Miles & More members have been able to earn extra miles and Points when booking the Green Fares tariff. This is now also possible with CO₂-offsetting packages, which can also be redeemed with miles that have already been earned. With this step, Miles & More aims to encourage its customers to make more sustainable travel choices and thus contribute personally to climate protection.

“Responding to our passengers' wishes with a wide range of services”

The offers include the full offset of calculated individual flight-related CO₂ emissions: through the subsequent use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and a contribution to the Lufthansa Group's high-quality climate project portfolio. Depending on the SAF share booked, up to 80 percent more Points and Qualifying Points and up to 20 percent more HON Circle Points can be collected when choosing a CO₂-offseting package in addition to the Points credited for the flight. The higher the SAF proportion, the more Points are credited. Additionally, members can earn up to 6 miles per 1 euro spent. This allows them to reach their status or desired reward faster. The new offering complements the awarding of miles and Points for the Green Fares, which have been bookable since 2023: When booking this flight tariff, Miles & More members benefit from up to 20 percent additional miles and Points already today.

“We want to further raise awareness among our customers for more sustainable flying,” says Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer Lufthansa Group. “Our goal is to respond to our passengers' wishes with a wide range of offers and to provide them with attractive benefits. By choosing to make their flights more sustainable, Miles & More members can benefit from additional miles and Points and achieve their status or desired award faster. With our numerous offers for more sustainable flying, we at the Lufthansa Group are global pioneers.”

Flexibility and ease of use

CO₂-offseting packages can be booked directly during flight booking, before departure in the personal booking area, and even after the flight on the websites of Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa, and SWISS. They can also be booked after the flight via the Miles & More app or on miles-and-more.com. Additional miles and Points are now automatically awarded for all newly booked additional packages. If Miles & More members booked a CO₂-offseting package for their flights since January 2025, the corresponding miles and Points will also be credited retroactively. This offers Miles & More customers maximum flexibility.

Both the CO₂-offseting packages and the Green Fares as a separate tariff option enable passengers to offset their calculated flight-related CO₂emissions through the subsequent use of SAF and a contribution to the Lufthansa Group's high-quality climate project portfolio. The calculation of flight-related emissions per passenger considers various factors such as flight distance, average fuel consumption, travel class, and load factor. Increasingly, guests are choosing the Lufthansa Group's diverse offerings for more sustainable travel: currently, nearly five percent.

Further information can be found here:

https://www.miles-and-more.com/de/de/program/flight-benefits/sustainability.html

Background on the use of SAF and the Lufthansa Group's climate project portfolio

There is no refueling of individual flights with pure SAF. As a so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is compatible with fossil kerosene and can be easily blended with it. Before being transported to the airport, SAF is mixed with fossil aviation fuel (blending) or produced through co-processing (joint processing of biogenic residues with crude oil) and then transported to airports in Europe where the Lufthansa Group refuels large quantities of kerosene. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required to offset individual CO₂emissions is fed into the Lufthansa Group's flight operations within six months of purchase. Over its entire lifecycle, the SAF used by the Lufthansa Group from biogenic residues has a CO₂footprint at least 80 percent lower than conventional kerosene from fossil crude oil.

The Lufthansa Group relies on a differentiated climate project portfolio for CO₂ compensation. It is continuously developed and currently includes 18 projects. These are included in the portfolio in varying proportions and costs. The providers are myclimate, Climate Austria, SQUAKE, Ceezer, and ClimatePartner. All projects are certified according to the highest available standards, such as the Gold Standard. In addition to nature-based projects, the portfolio also includes three technology based projects: One project for the capture of CO₂ and long-term storage in concrete and two projects for CO₂ removal with biochar. In this way, the Lufthansa Group aims to promote the development of the CO₂ compensation market towards new technologies and offers with technically induced long-term binding of CO₂.

Airlines in the Lufthansa Group move even closer together

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:33:46 +0200

The Lufthansa Group is reorganizing cooperation within the company. The changes affect not only the structure of the organization, but even more so the processes, the financial management framework, and cross-group collaboration. This will bring the airlines within the group closer together and enable them to operate in an even more integrated manner in the future. The aim is to strengthen and expand the market position of the hub airlines Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines in particular. Efficiency and profitability are also set to increase.

It has been clearly defined that the airlines will continue to make their own decisions about the customer experience of their guests. This applies, for example, to the in-flight product, catering, lounges in the home markets, and passenger service. The hub airlines will also remain responsible for the management of their respective flight operations and operational flight services.

In areas that are less visible to passengers, cooperation between airlines within the group will become even more integrated and connected, as is already the case in the area of loyalty with “Miles and More” or in the further development of the award-winning customer app. The App was developed centrally within the group, but the design and offers are tailored to the respective airlines.

In the future, network management for short- and medium-haul flights of all hub airlines will also be steered group-wide. This will be done in close coordination with the airlines. This model has already been successfully established for ten years for the long-haul offerings. This means that the steering of the entire commercial offering management will now be bundled under the responsibility of group-wide airline functions. Guests who already use more than one group company for their travel will benefit from an even better coordinated range of services. In addition, efficiency will increase, and decisions can be made more quickly.

Cooperation within the group will in future be managed primarily via so-called “Group Function Boards.” These boards include representatives from both the airlines and the group functions. Chaired by the respective Group Executive Board member responsible, topics will be discussed, evaluated, and decided upon transparently in a collaborative manner. In the Hub Steering Board, for example, these are primarily customer-related issues. In addition, a “Functional Financial Controller” will be represented on the boards for financial management. There will be a total of four “Group Function Boards”: Hub Steering, Technology, HR, and Finance.

To further strengthen digitalization and innovation, the IT functions will be consolidated in the department headed by CTO Grazia Vittadini. In addition, the digital units and competencies from the ‘Digital Hangar’ will be bundled with the ‘Innovation & Tech Factory’ in a new, central role in order to drive forward the technological progress of the Lufthansa Group. This further development will create group-wide central digital expertise in the areas of operations, customer, commercial, and corporate.

The target implementation date for the changes is January 1, 2026.

Lufthansa Group and Airbus collaborate for business travel with SAF

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:05:04 +0200

The Lufthansa Group has been working on sustainable transformation in aviation for many years and offers companies a wide range of customized options for more sustainable flying. Now, the Lufthansa Group is entering into an agreement with Airbus in the field of more sustainable business travel. Since June 1, the “Sustainable Corporate Value Fare“ has been used by Airbus for all Lufthansa flights taken by its employees within Germany. This Lufthansa Group business fare enables offsetting of parts of the calculated CO₂ emissions through the subsequent use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in future flight operations.

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer Lufthansa Group, says:
“Together with our customers and strong partners from the industry, we strive towards greater sustainability. I am particularly pleased and thankful that our long-standing partner Airbus has opted for a corporate fare with SAF, demonstrating its leading role also in the field of sustainability. For many companies and its employees, sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor in travel decisions. As a leading airline group, we are the partner of choice for companies in achieving their goals with tailor-made solutions.”

Raphael Duflos, Vice President Corporate Services Procurement at Airbus declares:

“We have been working in close cooperation with Lufthansa Group since early 2024 to customize their ‘Sustainable Corporate Value Fare’ to meet the specific needs of Airbus travelers. They have helped us to create a meaningful offer incorporating Sustainable Aviation Fuels, starting in the German domestic market. We are confident that such ‘Sustainable Corporate Value Fare’ is going to be successful across the Business Travel ecosystem.”

Customized options for more sustainable flying with SAF

The Lufthansa Group offers several special fares for corporate customers: With the “Sustainable Corporate Value Fare”, business customers can offset up to 30 percent of the CO₂ emissions calculated for their individual flight through the use of SAF in flight operations. The Lufthansa Group also offers companies the opportunity to invest in larger quantities of SAF through SAF bulk deals.

Background: The use of SAF in the Lufthansa Group

There is no refueling of individual flights with pure SAF. As a so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is compatible with fossil kerosene and can be blended with it without any problems. Before being transported to the airport, SAF is blended with fossil jet fuel or produced in a process known as co-processing (joint processing of biogenic residues with fossil oil) and then fed into the airport infrastructure. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required to offset individual CO₂ emissions is fed into the Lufthansa Group's flight operations within six months of purchase. Over its entire life cycle, the SAF from biogenic residues used by the Lufthansa Group has a CO₂ footprint that is around 80 percent lower than that of conventional kerosene made from fossil crude oil.

Bundeswehr and Lufthansa Group agree on partnership for the Heimatschutz

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:10:31 +0200

The Landeskommando Hessen of the Bundeswehr and the Lufthansa Group have agreed on a partnership for reserve duty. The Lufthansa Group supports employees who decide to volunteer for the Heimatschutz – including by granting them time off for training and further education, as well as for possible deployments. With this partnership, the Lufthansa Group draws attention to the integral role of volunteers in the Heimatschutz and enables its employees to actively contribute to the security and protection of society.

On June 4, Michael Niggemann, member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG and responsible for Human Resources & Legal Affairs, accepted the partnership certificate from Brigadier General Holger Radmann. In his role as Labor Director, he says:

“We are looking forward to actively contributing to Germany’s security architecture as a new partner for Heimatschutz. In view of the current security policy situation and the often cited ‘Zeitenwende’, it is particularly important to us to sensitize our employees to the importance of the Heimatschutz.”

The Lufthansa Group informs its employees specifically about the new offer and works closely with the Landeskommando Hessen to ensure the best possible preparation and integration into the reserve service. The offer is open to all Lufthansa Group employees with a German passport. Whether leave of absence can be granted will be examined on a case-by-case basis. Due to the large number of Lufthansa Group employees in the Rhine-Main region, the Heimatschutzregiment 5 in Hesse in particular will be supported. This means that the Lufthansa Group joins around 250 employers in Hesse who are already partners for the Heimatschutz. 2,400 volunteers from Hesse have already signed up for the Heimatschutzregiment 5 in Hesse. Their tasks include protecting critical infrastructure, securing transport routes and providing regional assistance in disaster situations.

Lufthansa Group mourns the loss of Jürgen Weber

Tue, 13 May 2025 12:59:59 +0200

The former Chairman of the Executive Board and the Supervisory Board and Honorary Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Jürgen Weber, passed away yesterday at the age of 83.

Karl Ludwig Kley, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG:

“Lufthansa as we know it today would be unthinkable without Jürgen Weber. During his years as Chairman of the Executive Board and Supervisory Board, he shaped and molded the company. He understood the unifying power of air travel. The founding of the Star Alliance and the expansion of Frankfurt Airport are largely his achievements. He had an equally strong impact within the company. No one else appealed to the hearts and minds of the employees as much as Jürgen Weber. No one else shaped the culture of Lufthansa as he did. We bow our heads in respect for the life's work of an exceptional person. Jürgen Weber will always have a place of honor in the history of our company."

Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG expressed his deep sympathy on behalf of all employees of the Lufthansa Group:

„Jürgen Weber was called Mr. Lufthansa – and rightly so. He dedicated his entire professional life to our company and shaped it. Like no other, Jürgen Weber embodied the renewal of Lufthansa during its restructuring and privatization in the 1990s. Crucial decisions and developments at Deutsche Lufthansa AG are – and will remain – inextricably linked to his name. We at Lufthansa owe Jürgen Weber a debt of gratitude for his outstanding service to the Lufthansa Group. Our thoughts are now with his family.”

Jürgen Weber joined Lufthansa as a young engineer in 1967, and, following a rapid rise in the technical department, was appointed to the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG in 1990. He led the company from 1991 to 2003 as CEO and was Chairman of the Supervisory Board from 2003 to 2013, after which he remained Honorary Chairman of the Supervisory Board until his passing. During his time in office, he was not only responsible for the reorganization, restructuring and privatization of the airline with the crane on its tail, but he also set Lufthansa back on course to success, demonstrating his strategic foresight already in the 1990s. As one of its founding fathers, Jürgen Weber created the Star Alliance – still the largest global airline alliance today.

Lufthansa Group uses artificial intelligence to reduce food waste

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:24:55 +0200

With the “Tray Tracker,” the Lufthansa Group has developed an innovative, AI-supported solution to measure and reduce onboard meal returns. The mobile technology scans meal returns from the onboard catering of flights at the dishwashing line. Artificial intelligence recognizes whether a meal has been partially eaten, completely eaten, or left untouched. The flight route, travel class, and meal concept are also included in the analysis. The insights gained will enable optimized portion sizes and meal selection in the future. In addition, the “Tray Tracker” will contribute to reducing CO₂ emissions in the future, as avoiding overload reduces the total weight. At the same time, less food is transported, used, and disposed of.

Lufthansa has been using the innovation at its Frankfurt site for almost a year. The AI has also recently started scanning trays in Munich. In the future, the Tray Tracker is also set to be used at other Lufthansa Group locations and airlines. The innovative mobile device was developed by the Lufthansa Group Digital Catering Analytics Team in cooperation with Lufthansa Group subsidiary zeroG.

Another machine learning-based project by the Lufthansa Group to prevent food waste is called “Pendle.” Launched by the Lufthansa Innovation Hub in 2024, the initiative uses algorithms that analyze data points such as flight duration, flight route, and previous demand to optimize loading. Long-term, the aim is to link the two projects.

More environmentally friendly onboard products
The Lufthansa Group is pursuing various measures and projects to reduce food waste on board as much as possible and optimize loading. Passengers on Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and SWISS short- and medium-haul flights can pre-order their preferred meal and, with the “to go” offer, purchase all fresh products at a reduced price on the last flight of the day. Premium class passengers on intercontinental flights with the airlines mentioned above can select their main course before departure from the hubs. This measure also helps to reduce food waste caused by overloading. In addition, the focus is on switching from single-use plastic and aluminum to more sustainable alternatives. Since 2022, a third of these items have been replaced on board.

Lufthansa and the UFO union agree on new part-time collective agreement

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:14:03 +0200

Good news for Lufthansa Airlines cabin crew - and therefore also for passengers: Lufthansa and the UFO union have agreed on a new part-time collective agreement. The relevant committees on both sides have already given their approval. The collective agreement will come into force retroactively from January 1, 2025.

The new collective agreement unites the interests of cabin staff and Lufthansa Airlines: further developed rules lead to more reliable planning for employees and improve the work-life balance. Conversely, Lufthansa Airlines benefits from the associated long-term and needs-based personnel planning for part-time work. The new collective agreement also helps to simplify internal regulations.

Michael Niggemann, Member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG responsible for Human Resources & Legal: “We are pleased that we were able to agree on this new part-time collective agreement after an intensive negotiation process with the UFO trade union. Once again, this shows that focus and an interest-oriented approach lead to good solutions. As a result, the new collective agreement increases flexibility for our cabin staff at Lufthansa Airlines, but also helps us to respond even better to the seasonal market demand of our customers.

Lufthansa Group increases proportion of women in management positions to over 25 percent

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:59:32 +0100

The Lufthansa Group achieved its target of 25 percent female managers in the first quarter of 2025. Six years ago, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the umbrella organization and association of over 300 airlines worldwide, launched the “25by2025” target to improve diversity, equality and inclusion in the aviation industry. More than 200 aviation companies have committed to this goal.

Michael Niggemann, Member of the Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG responsible for Human Resources & Legal Affairs: “We are delighted to have increased the proportion of women in management positions across the Group to over 25 percent. Admittedly, this is still too little - the steps are sometimes small and somewhat laborious, but that is precisely why they are particularly important and necessary. The goal is and remains sustainable development without gender discrimination. We are particularly proud of the impressive growth in the field of technology. We will now continue to consistently pursue the path we have taken - through talent promotion programs and guidelines on the visibility of female candidates in the application process. We want to and will exploit the full potential of talented junior staff.”

The proportion of female managers in the three top management levels below the Executive Board in the Lufthansa Group is 25.3 percent. To increase the number of female managers, the Lufthansa Group launched a global program for women in management positions.

25 years of help alliance: Lufthansa Airbus takes off with special livery “Helping Hands”

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:31:14 +0100

As a highlight and in appreciation of the 25th anniversary of help alliance, the Lufthansa Group's aid organization, Lufthansa is setting a widely visible sign of solidarity: an Airbus A321neo with the registration D-AIEP is now taking off with a special “Helping Hands” livery. With numerous colorful handprints symbolically donated by supporters, the Airbus will operate on Lufthansa's continental route network and stands for 25 years of commitment, hope and joint efforts for a better future. The donations are used to support help alliance projects that help disadvantaged children and young people around the world.

“Every single handprint on this plane stands for solidarity in action and for the belief that together we can make the world a better place,” says Vivian Spohr, patroness of help alliance. “I would like to thank all our supporters for making this anniversary project possible. For 25 years, help alliance has been creating opportunities for children and young people who would otherwise often have no prospects. As patroness, it is a matter close to my heart to help ensure that we can continue to give hope and a future to many young people in the future.”

The 297 handprints on the A321neo are part of a fundraising campaign in which supporters symbolically leave their handprints on the aircraft. Almost two thirds of the handprints have already been allocated, with some still available for further supporters. There is still the opportunity to become part of this special project.

The Airbus A321neo with the lettering “help alliance” is the second ambassador of the Lufthansa Group's aid organization: an aircraft with a special 'Helping Hands' livery has been in service with the Swiss airline Edelweiss since 2022.

Further information on the campaign and the opportunity to become part of the project can be found on the help alliance website: Helping Hands - help alliance

About help alliance:
help alliance was founded in 1999 by committed Lufthansa employees in order to consolidate the commitment of many individual employees. To date, the organization has developed into a driving force and a central pillar of the social commitment of the entire Lufthansa Group. With a focus on education, training and work, the help alliance is currently involved in over 60 projects in 29 countries, working together with competent local partners and using the strengths of the Lufthansa Group to create future prospects for children, young people and young adults.

30 years of climate research on scheduled flights: Lufthansa Group collects data for science on more than 35,000 measurement flights

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:01:30 +0100

Over the past 30 years, the Lufthansa Group has collected important climate-relevant data for research on more than 35,000 regular passenger flights. Currently, up to three aircraft take off every day in the service of atmospheric and climate research. The next measurement flight will be Discover Airlines flight 4Y56 from Frankfurt to Orlando. The Airbus A330-300 with the registration D-AIKE is scheduled to take off today at 4:45 p.m. (LT) and will collect climate data continuously at an altitude of more than 10,000 meters over a distance of around 7,600 km in about 10 hours and 45 minutes. The Lufthansa Group has been a reliable partner for climate research since 1994. The company has continuously expanded its commitment to climate and weather research over the long term. The Lufthansa Group will continue to contribute to a better understanding of the climate in the future.

Over the last three decades, the Lufthansa Group, in collaboration with its research partners at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Jülich Research Center (FZJ), has equipped passenger aircraft in its fleet with scientific measuring instruments that collect information about the state of the atmosphere on regular scheduled flights. With these unique measurement data, scientists can refine existing climate models and improve weather forecasting models.

Grazia Vittadini, Chief Technology Officer Lufthansa Group, says:
“We are proud to have been able to make a significant contribution to climate research for 30 years. The further development of aviation is deeply rooted in the DNA of the Lufthansa Group, and it is our aspiration to play a leading role in the development of new technologies. It inspires me to see the passion and experience with which Lufthansa Group colleagues continuously discover new ways to advance research. Through our commitment, we are helping to sustainably improve climate models and weather forecasts. Scientifically sound findings are the basis for targeted measures on the path to more sustainable aviation.”

Starting signal 30 years ago: Lufthansa's commitment to climate research
Lufthansa's 100th Airbus aircraft entering service in 1994 marked the beginning of the company's commitment to climate research. The anniversary aircraft, an Airbus A340-300, was equipped with a compact measurement system for the MOZAIC research project (Measurement of Ozone, Water Vapor, Carbon Monoxide and Nitrogen Oxides by Airbus In-Service Aircraft). Together with another converted Airbus A340-300, Lufthansa collected measurement data for MOZAIC every day until 2014. The measurement flights were preceded by a preparation phase of about one year, during which the research partners installed the measuring instruments on the aircraft together with Airbus and Lufthansa.

About 300 organizations use the data collected by the Lufthansa Group
The Lufthansa Group has also been involved in the MOZAIC follow-up project IAGOS (In-service Aircraft for a Global Observing System) from the very beginning. The world's first IAGOS system has been in use since 2011 in Lufthansa's Airbus A340-300 “Viersen”
(D-AIGT). In 2015, the second IAGOS system was installed at Lufthansa on another Airbus A330-300 (D-AIKO). The third IAGOS aircraft of the Lufthansa Group, also an Airbus A330-300 (D-AIKE), has been flying for Discover Airlines since 2022.

As a unique European research infrastructure, IAGOS, under the leadership of the Jülich Research Center, combines the expertise of partners from research, weather services, the aviation industry and airlines.

The data collected daily is automatically transmitted to the central database of the CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) research center in Toulouse after each flight. It is freely and openly accessible for global research and is currently used by around 300 organizations worldwide. They help researchers to gain new insights into climate development and the composition of the atmosphere, to identify long-term changes, to refine climate models and to improve weather forecasts.

Lufthansa Group research fleet is growing
For the flagship project IAGOS-CARIBIC (Civil Aircraft for the regular Investigation of the atmosphere Based on an Instrument Container), the Lufthansa Group, together with the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, is currently converting the state-of-the-art Lufthansa long-haul Airbus A350-900 “D-AIXJ” (named “Erfurt”) into a flying research laboratory in a multi-year and globally unique project.

A measuring laboratory weighing a good two tonnes and specially developed for the project is currently being set up. Around 20 measuring instruments will be installed in the laboratory, which will later be installed in the cargo hold of the “Erfurt” on selected flights and connected to the air intake system on the outer fuselage of the aircraft via permanently installed pipes. At the end of 2025, this fully automated high-tech laboratory is scheduled to take off for the first time and, on selected flights in Lufthansa's worldwide scheduled operations, to measure more than 100 different trace gases, aerosol and cloud parameters from the ground up to the tropopause region at altitudes of nine to thirteen kilometers, in addition to passenger transportation. Between 2004 and March 2020, the Lufthansa Airbus A340-600 “Leverkusen” (D-AIHE) had already completed around 500 measurement flights for IAGOS-CARIBIC in the service of climate and atmospheric research.

With the combination of a flying measurement laboratory on the D-AIXJ and a total of ten aircraft in the IAGOS fleet, including three from the Lufthansa Group, IAGOS is tapping into an enormously valuable treasure trove of data for both long-term atmospheric observations and the elucidation of important atmospheric processes. The evaluation of the extensive measurement data has led to over 480 peer-reviewed scientific publications to date, including several articles in the high-ranking journals of Nature and PNAS since 2015. In 2014, the flying CARIBIC laboratory was able to make an important contribution to the detection of three previously undetected chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), the main contributors to the so-called hole in the stratospheric ozone layer.

With the measurement data collected by the Lufthansa Group and other airlines, it has also been possible to build up a unique global database on the very important greenhouse gases water vapour and ozone across all the projects mentioned.

Continuous contribution to improving weather forecasts
A large part of the Lufthansa Group fleet is also equipped with the AMDAR system (Aircraft Meteorological Data Relay). This records important meteorological data measured by the aircraft, such as temperature and air pressure. These data are used, for example, by the German Meteorological Service (DWD) for the daily weather forecast. Since 2015, Lufthansa has also equipped nine Airbus A321 aircraft with a WVSS-II humidity sensor (Second-Generation Water Vapor Sensing System) and provides the DWD with additional data on water vapor content in the atmosphere, which is important for weather modeling.

Broad research commitment to avoid long-lasting contrails
A current research focus of the Lufthansa Group, together with partners from science and industry, is to better understand the effects of non-CO₂ emissions from aviation and to develop countermeasures.

The Lufthansa Group is a partner in the research project D-KULT (Demonstrator Climate and Environmentally Friendly Air Transport), which is funded by the German government's aviation research program and coordinated by the German Aerospace Center (DLR). At the same time, SWISS is actively involved in the European research project CICONIA (Climate effects reduced by Innovative Concept of Operations - Needs and Impacts Assessment). Among other things, these two coordinated projects are investigating how well areas with a high tendency to form climate-impacting contrails can be predicted and how this information can be incorporated into flight planning and air traffic management.

In this context, Lufthansa and Lufthansa Cargo are also participating in a test flight program together with other industry players as part of the D-KULT project. A prototype developed by Lufthansa Systems for climate-optimized flight planning is also being used.

Images: Lufthansa Group Media Lounge

Now available worldwide: more sustainable flying with Green Fares

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:59:11 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is expanding its successful tariff for more sustainable flying to long-haul flights and thus to its global route network. The Green Fares will be bookable in all travel classes for more than 850,000 flights per year from December 4. The more sustainable ticket already includes offsetting of individual flight-related CO₂ emissions. The Green Fares are part of the Lufthansa Group's growing portfolio of more sustainable travel offers.

As the first airline group worldwide, the Lufthansa Group has been offering Green Fares for short and medium-haul routes for about two years. Following a successful test run on selected intercontinental routes, the fare can now be booked regularly on long-haul routes, adding an additional option to the Lufthansa Group's existing fare structure.

Since the launch of Green Fares in February 2023, more than two million passengers have already opted for the tariff and offset almost 190,000 tonnes of CO₂ by offsetting their flight-related CO₂ emissions. This amount corresponds to the CO₂ emissions of more than 1,300 flights from Munich to New York with an Airbus A350.

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer of the Lufthansa Group, explains: “We have set ourselves ambitious goals to make flying more sustainable. To achieve this, we are investing billions of euros every year in new aircraft and pioneering technologies, among other things. With our innovative Green Fares, we are also involving our customers and offering them – as the first airline group worldwide – the opportunity to actively contribute to more sustainable aviation on more than 850,000 flights. Extending Green Fares to the Lufthansa Group's global long-haul network is an enormously important and consistent step – not only for us, but for the entire aviation industry.”

Grazia Vittadini, Chief Technology Officer Lufthansa Group, says: “The Lufthansa Group has always contributed to the progress of aviation. As the first airline group worldwide, we have been offering our own tariff for more sustainable flying already for two years. With success: demand is continuously increasing. In addition to technological solutions, we are focusing on innovative offers for our customers to make flying more sustainable. With the Green Fares, we are now offering a solution worldwide that shows that more sustainable flying is already a reality today, also through the use of SAF. We will continue to lead the way in transforming the industry.”

What's behind the Green Fare tariff
With just one click, Green Fares offer a more sustainable way to fly, because the fare already includes the full offsetting of the individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions: through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and a contribution to the Lufthansa Group's high-quality climate project portfolio. The composition of the two components differs depending on the distance of the route. For flights within Europe and to North Africa, the following applies: a 20 percent reduction in CO₂ emissions is achieved through SAF, while the remaining 80 percent is offset through climate protection projects. On intercontinental routes, 10 percent of CO₂ emissions are reduced through SAF and the remaining 90 percent are offset through contributions to climate projects. The Green Fare tariff also offers additional miles and points, as well as the option to rebook free of charge.

The Green Fares are available for flights operated by Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, SWISS, Edelweiss, Discover Airlines and Air Dolomiti. The only exceptions are flights operated by other airlines and individual routings in selected traffic areas of joint venture partners. Eurowings also offers a tariff for more sustainable flying under the name PlanetBlu.

The Lufthansa Group continues to expand its offers for more sustainable flying
The Lufthansa Group continues to expand its offers and services for more sustainable flying. Passengers can opt for CO₂ offsetting with other fares as well: during the booking process, after completing it in their personal booking area, and even after the flight has already taken place. Customers can choose between different packages, each of which offers full offsetting of CO₂ emissions through the use of SAF and a contribution to climate protection projects. Currently, around four percent of the Lufthansa Group passengers use an option for more sustainable flying.

Background: CO₂ reduction with SAF & the Lufthansa Group climate project portfolio
There is no refueling of individual flights with pure SAF. As a so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is compatible with fossil kerosene and can be blended with it without any problems. Before being transported to the airport, SAF is mixed with fossil aviation fuel (blending) and then fed into the airport infrastructure. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required to offset individual CO₂ emissions is fed into the Lufthansa Group's flight operations within six months of purchase. Over its entire life cycle, the SAF from biogenic residues used by the Lufthansa Group has a CO₂ footprint that is around 80 percent lower than that of conventional kerosene made from fossil crude oil.

The Lufthansa Group's CO₂ offsetting portfolio currently includes 19 projects from the providers myclimate, Climate Austria, SQUAKE and ClimatePartner. Lufthansa Group passengers contribute to the overall portfolio and not to individual projects in the portfolio. All projects are certified according to the highest available standards. For example, the Lufthansa Group uses Gold Standard certificates. This standard is recommended by the German Federal Environment Agency, among others. The portfolio also includes four technology-based projects. In this way, the Lufthansa Group aims to promote the development of the CO₂ offsetting market towards new technologies and offers with long-term commitment of CO₂.

ESG ratings: Lufthansa Group again achieves top rankings

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:59:21 +0100

Independent sustainability analysts and rating agencies regularly assess the activities of the Lufthansa Group according to ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, Governance). In two important ESG ratings, the Lufthansa Group has now once again been attested a strong ESG performance:

MSCI ESG Rating: “AA” rating for the third year in a row
The internationally recognized US rating agency MSCI has reanalyzed the Lufthansa Group's sustainability management and, for the third year in a row, given it an “AA” rating well above the industry average in the MSCI ESG Rating (rating scale AAA (best rating) to CCC). The MSCI ESG Rating identifies companies that are particularly committed to sustainability. In the current assessment, the Lufthansa Group continues to play a leading role in ESG among the 21 airlines analyzed by MSCI ESG Research. The Lufthansa Group has been included in the MSCI Global Sustainability Index since 2015.

ISS ESG Corporate Rating: “Industry Leader” and “Prime Status” confirmed
In the ISS ESG Corporate Rating 2024, the Lufthansa Group is one of two airlines to have once again been awarded “Prime Status” with a “C+” (rating scale A+ (best result) to D-). This places it in the group of “Industry Leader” among a total of 49 airlines rated. Prime status is awarded to leading companies in their respective industries that have performed well in the rating process according to an evaluation of over 300 industry-specific ESG criteria.

First place in the DVFA Scorecard for Corporate Governance 2024
In the analysis of MDAX companies published at the end of October by the German Association for Financial Analysis and Asset Management (DVFA), the DVFA Scorecard for Corporate Governance 2024, the Lufthansa Group received the rating “very good” with an overall score of 85.80 percent, putting it in first place. The DVFA annually assesses the governance quality of DAX, MDAX and SDAX companies.

Successful CDP ranking already at the beginning of the year
Already at the beginning of 2024, the Lufthansa Group received the top rating of “A-” in the renowned CDP climate ranking for the second year in a row for its CO₂ reduction strategy and implementation (rating scale from “A” (best result) to “D-”). The climate ranking of the non-profit organization CDP is considered the global gold standard for environmental reporting.

The Lufthansa Group's experts carefully evaluate the ratings and the classification of the sustainability indices with the aim of further improving the company's performance.

Comprehensive ESG reporting
Responsible business practices are an integral part of the Lufthansa Group's corporate culture and firmly anchored in its corporate strategy. The Lufthansa Group's ESG reporting is continuously developed in line with nationally and internationally recognized reporting standards. In addition to the legally required non-financial declaration and the EU Taxonomy Regulation, the Lufthansa Group also reports voluntarily in accordance with TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures) and SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board). These reports, including the CDP report, can be viewed on the website of the Lufthansa Group.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals
The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and is consistently working to achieve them. By 2030, the aviation group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction part of the 2030 target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. By 2050, the Lufthansa Group aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance through reduction and compensation measures. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group relies in particular on continuous fleet modernization, the ongoing optimization of flight operations, the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and offers for private travelers and corporate customers to make air travel or freight transport more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa Group, TUM and Munich Airport: Working together for the future of aviation

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:46:43 +0200

From left to right: Minister of State Dr. Florian Herrmann, Head of the Bavarian State Chancellery, Jost Lammers, Chairman of the Executive Board of Flughafen München GmbH, Markus Blume, Bavarian Minister of Science, Albert Füracker, Bavarian Minister of Finance, Prof. Thomas F. Hofmann, President of TUM, Jörg Eberhart, representing the Lufthansa Group

An innovative research location that connects industry and student engagement: the Lufthansa Group, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Munich Airport are planning a new center of cooperation and innovation with the ‘TUM Convergence Center’. The new building complex is to be built on around 20,400 square metres of the LabCampus, the innovation hub at Munich Airport.

The signing of a letter of intent (LoI) took place today in the presence of Bavaria's Minister of Science, Markus Blume, and Minister of Finance, Albert Füracker. In addition to the President of TUM, Prof. Thomas F. Hofmann, Joerg Eberhart signed the document for the Lufthansa Group and CEO Jost Lammers for Munich Airport.

Joerg Eberhart said: ‘In order to efficiently and sustainably shape the future of aviation as the Lufthansa Group, we want to create a unique platform for collaboration between Munich Airport and TUM with the support of the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts at the Munich location through the joint research institute.’

The new TUM Convergence Center will create a unique environment in which students, scientific talent, start-up teams, business partners, and citizens can work together on groundbreaking projects in an integrative and innovative way. The research priorities include the key areas of aviation, mobility, robotics, and security. The TUM Sustainable and Future Aviation Center is being newly established together with the Lufthansa Group and Munich Airport to develop viable solutions for more sustainable and efficient aviation.

25 years of help alliance: Lufthansa Airbus takes off in fall with special 'helping hands' livery

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:33:42 +0200

Exactly 25 years ago, Lufthansa Group employees in Frankfurt am Main founded the help alliance, Lufthansa Group's aid organization. To mark this anniversary, Europe's largest aviation company is sending a clear sign of support across the continent: an Airbus A321neo with the lettering 'help alliance' and many colorful "helping hands" will be flying in Lufthansa's European route network from autumn.

The aircraft with the help alliance sticker pays tribute to all the people who have shown great commitment to the aid organization over the past 25 years and collects donations. Those who hurry can symbolically leave a colorful handprint on the plane. There is space for a total of 300 handprints on the aircraft - they can be purchased at helpalliance.org. The money will be used to provide children in Africa and India with school books and meals, among other things.

Vivian Spohr, patroness of help alliance, says:

"It makes me proud and grateful that Lufthansa is sending out a strong and highly visible signal on the 25th anniversary of help alliance. The aid organization would be inconceivable without people who care for those who need support - either actively in projects around the world or as donors. The "helping hands" on the plane are a tribute to their great work. Every donation helps to give children all over the world a better future. With help alliance, we are taking responsibility - in the past and in the future, because we still have a lot to do."

Interested parties can find more information and make a donation on the help alliance website. Link to the donation website: Helping Hands - help alliance

About help alliance:

help alliance was founded in 1999 by dedicated Lufthansa employees in order to bundle the commitment of many individual coworkers. To date, the organization has developed into a driving force and central pillar of the social commitment of the entire Lufthansa Group. With a focus on education, training and work, the help alliance is currently involved in over 60 projects in 29 countries, working together with competent local partners and using the strengths of the Lufthansa Group to create future prospects for children, young people and young adults.

Excellent environmental management: Lufthansa Airlines and Lufthansa CityLine receive EMAS seal of approval again

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 11:09:26 +0200

Lufthansa Airlines at the hubs in Frankfurt and Munich as well as Lufthansa CityLine have once again been successfully validated in accordance with the demanding European EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) regulation. The airline is thus setting an important example of corporate environmental responsibility.

The external EMAS environmental report confirms the continuous development of the environmental management system and its in-depth implementation. Through audits and inspections, an independent and comprehensive picture of the processes is drawn up as part of an assessment and a comprehensive insight into the employees' understanding of values is provided in discussions with department specialists.

"The renewed EMAS validation is of great importance for Lufthansa Airlines and Lufthansa CityLine. Through the collective integrated validation, we are jointly driving forward sustainability issues in different business areas. We are taking responsibility here with the aim of reducing the environmental impact of flying and always using the resources we need as efficiently as possible," says Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines.

EMAS is a system for environmental management and environmental auditing developed by the European Union, the requirements of which companies can adapt voluntarily. The company's environmental management system is reviewed in detail by external auditors.

EMAS at Lufthansa Airlines

In 2000, Lufthansa CityLine was the first airline worldwide to adopt an environmental concept and receive the demanding EMAS seal of approval. In 2018, Lufthansa Airlines introduced a certified environmental management system at its Munich site and merged it with Lufthansa CityLine in 2022. The Frankfurt site was added in December 2023. This year, the joint audit and validation for the Frankfurt and Munich sites was completed for Lufthansa Airlines and Lufthansa CityLine for the first time and a joint environmental statement was published.

LINK: Environmental Statement

A total of around 40 environmental coordinators works in the individual departments at Lufthansa Airlines and Lufthansa CityLine. They ensure that the environmental organization is broadly positioned and that technical environmental concerns are consistently advanced.

Significant measures from the environmental program have been implemented. One example of this is the "Reduced Engine Taxi-In" procedure, which involves switching off one or more engines after landing on the apron, thereby contributing to the most efficient flight operations possible. By applying this measure and establishing it as a standard procedure for the Airbus A320 fleet, up to 2,750 tons of kerosene can be saved each year. In addition to improvements in flight operations, the 2023 environmental program also achieved successes in reducing waste on board. The option for passengers on intra-European flights to pre-order meals before departure, which has been in place since the beginning of 2023, allows for better planning of the production and loading of fresh products, thereby reducing waste on board.

In addition to these already implemented measures, Lufthansa Airlines is also focusing on the important topics of the future. Together with the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Airbus, MTU Aero Engines and Munich Airport, Lufthansa Airlines is planning a technology cooperation for power-to-liquid (PtL) fuels. Within this framework, a letter of intent has been signed to pool the strengths of leading aviation companies and the scientific community. The aim is to accelerate the technology selection, market launch and industrial scaling of PtL fuels in Germany.

Lufthansa Airlines: responsible corporate behavior

In accordance with its basic orientation, Lufthansa Airlines continuously initiates projects and measures with the goal of reducing the environmental effects of flying and always using the required resources as efficiently as possible.

For effective climate protection, Lufthansa Airlines, as part of the Lufthansa Group, relies on accelerated fleet modernization, the continuous optimization of flight operations, the use and further development of sustainable aviation fuels and offers for private travelers and corporate customers to make air travel more sustainable. In addition, Lufthansa Airlines has actively supported global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection targets and is aiming for a neutral carbon footprint by 2050. By 2030, the aviation group aims to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) in August 2022.

To systematically improve its environmental performance, the Lufthansa Group continuously advances the implementation of environmental management systems in the Group companies. For example, SWISS's environmental management system was recently validated for the first time in accordance with EMAS for the reporting year 2023. Austrian Airlines was also successfully validated again for 2023. The Italian airline Air Dolomiti, which belongs to Lufthansa Airlines, has also been EMAS validated.

Lufthansa Group introduces Environmental Cost Surcharge

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:30:31 +0200

The Lufthansa Group is introducing an Environmental Cost Surcharge. The surcharge is intended to cover part of the steadily rising additional costs due to regulatory environmental requirements. These include the statutory blending quota of initially two percent for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for departures from European Union (EU) countries from January 1, 2025, adjustments to the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) as well as other regulatory environmental costs such as the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).

The Environmental Cost Surcharge applies to all flights sold and operated by the Lufthansa Group departing from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland. The amount of the surcharge varies depending on the flight route and fare and is between 1 euro and 72 euros. The Environmental Cost Surcharge will be levied on all tickets issued from June 26, 2024 and applies to departures from January 1, 2025. The exact amount of the Environmental Cost Surcharge is shown on the Lufthansa Group Airlines booking pages in the price details.

The Lufthansa Group invests billions in new technologies every year and works together with partners on innovations that help to make flying more sustainable step by step and drive the scaling of key technologies beyond the Lufthansa Group. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has actively supported global climate and weather research for many years. However, the airline group will not be able to bear the successively increasing additional costs resulting from regulatory requirements in the coming years on its own. Part of these expected costs for the year 2025 are now to be covered by the new Environmental Cost Surcharge.

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection targets and is aiming for a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. By 2030, the aviation group aims to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the continuous optimization of flight operations, the use of SAF and offers for private travelers and corporate customers to make air travel or the transport of freight more sustainable.

Background information

SAF quotas of the EU

As part of its "Fit for 55" climate protection program, the EU has decided on mandatory SAF blending quotas that will increase over the years up to 2050. The SAF quota is to be 2 percent from 2025, 6 percent from 2030, 20 percent from 2035 and 70 percent from 2050. For the Lufthansa Group, this will lead to additional costs in the billions in the future.

EU-ETS

In the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for aviation, CO₂ emissions have been controlled and limited by means of certificate trading since 2012. The Lufthansa Group is subject to this system for all flights within the European Economic Area (EEA). Additional obligations to surrender emission certificates exist under the emissions trading systems of Switzerland (CH-ETS) and the United Kingdom (UK-ETS) for flights between the EEA, Switzerland and the UK.

CORSIA

Under the agreement on climate protection reached by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in October 2016 - the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) - growth-related CO₂ emissions in international aviation have been offset by the purchase of certificates since 2021. All emissions from the aviation industry that exceed the CO₂ emissions of the baseline defined by the ICAO are offset. For the years 2024 to 2035, this amounts to 85 percent of the emissions from 2019.

One year of Green Fares at the Lufthansa Group: More than one million passengers choose new fare for more sustainable travel

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:26:36 +0100

One year after the launch of Green Fares at the Lufthansa Group, more than one million passengers have already opted for the new fare. In the first year, an average of three per cent of passengers have used the offer, making an important contribution to more sustainable travel. In Business Class, Green Fares tickets are already selected for eleven per cent of bookings via the Lufthansa Group portals. Green Fares are particularly popular on routes such as Hamburg-Munich, Zurich-London and Frankfurt-Berlin. Demand continues to rise steadily in all booking classes, underlining the success of the more sustainable fare. In total, travelers have offset more than 77,000 tonnes of CO₂ since the launch of Green Fares by offsetting their flight-related CO₂ emissions. This amount corresponds to the CO₂emissions of more than 12,000 flights from Hamburg to Munich with an Airbus A320neo.

The Green Fares are available with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, SWISS, Edelweiss, Discover Airlines and Air Dolomiti on more than 730,000 flights per year within Europe and to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. The Lufthansa Group has also been testing Green Fares on selected long-haul routes since November 2023.

How the Green Fares work

The Green Fares fare in Europe and to North Africa has added an additional selection option to the Lufthansa Group's fare structure, which has been in place since 2015. This product for more sustainable flying includes the full offsetting of individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as well as a contribution to high-quality climate protection projects. With SAF, a reduction of 20 percent of CO₂ emissions is achieved, while the remaining 80 percent is compensated by climate protection projects. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required for offsetting is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. As a drop-in fuel, SAF is mixed with fossil fuel before being transported to the airport. For operational reasons, it is not possible to refuel individual selected flights.

The Lufthansa Group's CO₂ compensation portfolio currently comprises 15 projects, including two technology-based projects: Carbon Cure's Sustainable Concrete (carbon capture and long-term storage in concrete) and Biochar (CO₂removal with biochar). In this way, the Lufthansa Group aims to promote the development of the CO₂ compensation market towards new technologies and offers with long-term binding of CO₂.

Four per cent of passengers use offers for more sustainable travel
The Lufthansa Group is continuously developing its offers and services for private travelers and corporate customers to offset flight-related CO₂ emissions and is a global pioneer in this area. Currently, around four percent of Lufthansa Group passengers use one of the various offers for more sustainable flying. The company offers opportunities along the entire travel chain. In addition to choosing a special fare such as the Green Fares, passengers can also select individually tailored offers with a higher proportion of SAF, for example, during the booking process. It is also possible to offset flight-related CO₂ emissions during or after the flight. In addition to private customers, more and more corporate customers are also using one of the Lufthansa Group's offers for more sustainable flying: in 2023, more than 1,500 companies worldwide invested in SAF with the Lufthansa Group.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals
The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction share of the 2030 target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the continuous optimization of flight operations, the use of SAF and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make air travel or the transport of freight more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years. The Lufthansa Group's commitment to sustainability is rated positively and above the industry average by independent rating organizations. The company recently received the top "A-" rating in the renowned CDP climate ranking for its CO₂ reduction strategy and implementation for the second year in a row.

Lufthansa Group again receives top rating in the renowned CDP climate ranking

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:14 +0100

In the global climate ranking 2023 of the non-profit organization CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), the Lufthansa Group has once again received a top rating for its CO₂ reduction strategy and its implementation. On a scale from "A" (best result) to "D-", the company was placed in the highest ranking band for the second year in a row with a scoring result of "A-". The top rating confirms the Lufthansa Group's global pioneering role in its commitment to more sustainable aviation. CDP has awarded the Lufthansa Group top marks for reporting in the following assessment categories: Scope 1 & 2 (direct emissions & indirect emissions from purchased energy), Scope 3 (indirect emissions within the supply chain), measures to reduce emissions and low-emission products as well as the disclosure of risks and opportunities.

CDP climate ranking regarded as the global gold standard
CDP is a global platform for the disclosure of information on the sustainability of companies, cities and regions. The Lufthansa Group has been participating in CDP reporting since 2006 and thus informs relevant interest groups continuously and transparently about its strategy and measures to reduce CO₂ emissions. Every year, CDP uses a standardized process to collect information on CO₂ emissions, sustainability strategies and targets from more than 23,000 companies, representing around two thirds of global market capitalization.

In the field of environmental reporting, the London-based organization’s climate ranking is regarded as the global gold standard. CDP is a partner of the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The data collected is also used to a large extent in other assessments by leading rating agencies. Experts from the Lufthansa Group carefully analyze the company's performance in ratings and sustainability indices with the aim of further improving the company's performance.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals
The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction share of the 2030 target was validated by SBTi in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa flies Team Germany to the 4th Winter Youth Olympic Games 2024 in South Korea

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 17:35:38 +0100

With great excitement and anticipation for the Winter Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Gangwon (South Korea), around 30 athletes, coaches and support staff took off today on Lufthansa flight LH718 from Munich to Seoul (ICN). For many of the young Team D athletes on board, the games in South Korea are the first international competition. The games will take place from January 19 to February 1 in Gangwon Province in the northeast of the Asian country. A total of 81 decisions will be made in 15 sports. The focus for the participants will not just be on the sporting competition. In addition to striving for personal bests, the young athletes will gain valuable experience of the Olympic ideals of peaceful competition, friendship and international understanding.

At 3:45 p.m., it was "all doors in flight" at Munich airport for the Airbus A350-900 “Erfurt” with the registration D-AIXJ. A total of 90 young athletes are flying to Seoul (ICN) with Lufthansa.

Chef de Mission for Gangwon 2024 and DOSB Director of Competitive Sports Dr. Olaf Tabor: "We have a long journey ahead of us. The Winter Youth Olympic Games are being held outside of Europe for the first time. Some competitions will be held at the venues of the 2018 Winter Olympics, so our young athletes will experience the Olympic flair more directly than ever before. They are therefore likely to have some very special experiences in their luggage on their return flight. We are very much looking forward to traveling to South Korea, as we are represented in all 15 sports and the competitions will promote the development of our young athletes."

Lufthansa Airlines CEO Heiko Reitz wishes the team all the best: "It is both a tradition and an honor for Lufthansa to fly Team Germany to the Olympic Games. In particular, we wish the young Team Germany all the best, lots of fun and great experiences at the Youth Olympic Games in South Korea."

Lufthansa Group orders 80 new highly efficient short- and medium-haul aircraft and agrees on a further 120 purchasing options

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:24:45 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is purchasing a total of 80 ultra-modern short and medium-haul aircraft. The company's Executive Board has decided on

- The purchase of 40 Airbus A220-300s and 20 purchasing options
- The purchase of 40 Boeing 737-8 MAX and 60 purchasing options
- Purchasing options for 40 additional aircraft of the A320 family

The Supervisory Board has approved the acquisition today.

Dr. Detlef Kayser, Member of the Executive Board, Fleet and Technology: "With today's aircraft order, we are accelerating the largest fleet modernization in our company's history. This increases our order list of around 200 aircraft to 280 – plus an additional 120 purchasing options for further state-of-the-art short- and medium-haul aircraft. We are pleased that both Airbus and Boeing were able to convince us on all commercial and technological aspects. In addition to this, the decision for the Boeing 737-8 MAX will also give us more flexibility for the procurement of short- and medium-haul aircraft in the future. The new ultra-modern aircraft offer our guests additional comfort. They are also quieter, more economical, more efficient, and emit up to 30 percent less CO2 than their predecessor models. The order demonstrates our airlines' future viability and ability to invest, and it shows that we are living up to our responsibility to reduce our carbon emissions."

Airbus A220-300

This latest-generation aircraft has 148 seats and consumes around 2.5 liters of fuel per 100 passenger kilometers. The A220 is intended for use by the newly founded airline Lufthansa City Airlines and will be deployed on short-haul routes from Frankfurt and Munich. With its ultra-modern geared turbofan engines from Pratt & Whitney, the A220-300 is ideal for use in feeder traffic. The first aircraft is scheduled for delivery in 2026.

Boeing 737-8 MAX

The Boeing 737-8 MAX is the further development and 4th generation of the world's most widespread commercial aircraft. The aircraft will have 190 seats in Business and Economy Class and, thanks to its efficient engines from CFM International, will only consume around 2.2 liters per 100 passenger-kilometers. The first aircraft is expected in the third quarter of 2027. As the planned growth path for both Lufthansa Airlines, including Lufthansa City Airlines, and SWISS is already underpinned by aircraft orders, the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft will be deployed in one of the Lufthansa Group's other flight operations. The decision on this will be made at a later date.

Airbus A320 family

In addition to the firm orders, Lufthansa Group has secured a further 40 purchase options for aircraft from the A320 family. Around 450 aircraft of this model series are currently in service with Lufthansa Group airlines, making it well-established in the short- and medium-haul segment. 71 A320neo and A321neo aircraft that have already been ordered will be delivered in the next few years. With the agreed 40 purchase options, Lufthansa Group is now securing favorable conditions for future orders as part of the Airbus offer.

New aircraft biggest lever for CO2 reduction

With a current fleet of more than 700 commercial aircraft, the Lufthansa Group is pursuing a long-term fleet strategy focused on cost efficiency and reducing emissions. Compared to their predecessor models, the new additions to the Lufthansa Group fleet have up to 30 percent lower fuel consumption and correspondingly lower carbon emissions. The Lufthansa Group aims to halve its net carbon emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 in order to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

Around USD 9 billion at list price

The aircraft orders agreed today, worth around USD 9 billion at list prices, are not expected to have a significant impact on the Group's capital expenditure in 2023 and 2024, the period covered by the current medium-term plan. Net investments of between EUR 2.5 billion and EUR 3 billion are expected in 2023. Capital expenditure in 2024 is expected to be at a similar level.

Excellent environmental management: Lufthansa Airlines at Frankfurt hub receives EMAS seal of approval

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 10:15:36 +0100

The Lufthansa Airlines hub in Frankfurt has been successfully validated for the first time in accordance with the demanding European EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) regulation. Lufthansa Airlines is thus also setting an important example of corporate environmental responsibility at its Frankfurt location.

The auditor particularly emphasized the successful integration of the Frankfurt site into the environmental management system already in place at the Munich hub. The motivation of the employees and environmental coordinators was also expressly praised.

"We are very pleased about this important step that we were able to achieve with the successful implementation. A professionally implemented and structured environmental management system leads to systematic and sustainable improvements. Our employees are also highly committed to our environmental goals," says Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines.

EMAS is a system for environmental management and auditing developed by the European Union, whose regulation companies can adapt voluntarily. In this process, the company's environmental management system is reviewed in detail by external auditors.

EMAS at Lufthansa Airlines
Lufthansa Airlines introduced a certified environmental management system at its Munich location back in 2018. In May 2023, the airline had itself audited and validated again according to EMAS together with Lufthansa CityLine. Now the Frankfurt site is being added, and with that Lufthansa Airlines is publishing a joint environmental statement for both sites and Lufthansa CityLine. Link: https://www.lufthansagroup.com/en/responsibility/climate-environment/environmental-management.html

Lufthansa CityLine was the first airline worldwide to adopt an environmental concept 23 years ago. The Italian airline Air Dolomiti, which belongs to Lufthansa Airlines, is also EMAS-validated.

Following the successful introduction of the environmental management system at the Frankfurt site, Lufthansa Airlines will undergo a joint validation process for the two hub sites in Munich and Frankfurt, including Lufthansa CityLine, in 2024 and drive forward the efficient design of the environmental management system.

Lufthansa Airlines: “We take off to take care”
In accordance with its basic orientation "We take off to take care", Lufthansa Airlines continuously initiates projects and measures with the aim of reducing the environmental impact of flying and always using the resources required as efficiently as possible. For effective climate protection, Lufthansa Airlines as part of the Lufthansa Group relies on accelerated fleet modernization, the continuous optimization of flight operations, the use and further development of sustainable aviation fuels and on offers for private travelers and corporate customers to make air travel more sustainable. In addition, Lufthansa Airlines has actively supported global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa Group and LGE Travel Forge Groundbreaking Sustainability Partnership

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:56:00 +0100

Lufthansa Group is pleased to announce a historic partnership with Singapore-based LGE Travel, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability in aviation. This partnership with LGE represents the highest-ever Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) bulk deal for Lufthansa Group in the Asia-Pacific region. It not only marks a monumental step towards sustainable practices but also signifies a pivotal moment as the first-ever bulk SAF deal in Singapore. Lufthansa Group is proud to spearhead such an innovative partnership aimed at reshaping the future of aviation in the Asia Pacific region.

LGE Travel is a leisure travel agency and an advocate for sustainable travel initiatives. A specialist in global group touring, they have consistently demonstrated unwavering support for the shared vision of a more sustainable future in aviation and their commitment to sustainability resonates deeply with Lufthansa Group's ethos.

“We are proud and honored to be the first travel agency in Singapore to be part of the committee driving towards more sustainable travel with Lufthansa Group.”, Mr. Benny Ho, Managing Director, LGE Travel.

As the first agency in Singapore to sign a bulk SAF deal, LGE Travel takes a proactive approach to embracing sustainable practices, aligning with the increasing demand for leisure travel in the local Singaporean market.

"Partnering with LGE Travel is a testament to our shared commitment to promoting sustainability within the aviation industry," remarked Mr. Philipp Bonkatz, General Manager Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei, Lufthansa Group. "This deal not only marks a significant achievement in our sustainability endeavors but also paves the way for future collaborations aimed at redefining the aviation landscape, both globally and more specifically in the Asia Pacific region."

By embracing both innovation and sustainability, Lufthansa Group and LGE Travel are dedicated to shaping a more responsible and eco-friendly future for the aviation industry, paving the way of more mindful travel for generations to come.

Further information about Lufthansa Group's numerous programs and initiatives for more sustainable flying can be found here.

About Lufthansa Group

The Lufthansa Group is an aviation group with operations worldwide. With 109,000+ employees and generated revenue of EUR 32,770m in financial year 2022. By 2030, the Lufthansa Group aims to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through both reduction and compensation measures. By 2050, Lufthansa Group further aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance.

Lufthansa Group joins Airbus’ carbon-removal initiative

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0100

It is considered a promising solution for reducing CO₂ in the atmosphere: The so-called Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS) technology filters CO₂ from the air and stores it permanently. The Lufthansa Group began exploring this innovative process at an early stage and sees it as a complementary instrument in its sustainability strategy.

The Lufthansa Group has now signed a contract with Airbus on the pre-purchase of verified and durable carbon-removal credits of 40,000 tonnes of CO₂. The carbon-removal credits will be issued by Airbus through its ACCO (Airbus Carbon Capture Offer) service. The certificates will be available from 2026 and an annual purchase of carbon-removal credits of 10,000 tonnes of CO₂ has been agreed for four years. The signing of the contract follows a joint declaration of intent from 2022.

“The Lufthansa Group is strongly committed to making air transport more sustainable and to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This includes billion-euro investments in continuous fleet modernization and our strong commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuels. Technical CO₂ removal solutions like advanced and direct carbon capture and storage processes will play a complementary role in achieving our decarbonization goals”, says Caroline Drischel, Head of Corporate Responsibility at the Lufthansa Group.

“The Lufthansa Group was one of the very first aviation companies to work with Airbus to explore the potential of direct air carbon capture and storage solutions”, says Nicolas Chrétien, Head of Environment & Sustainability at Airbus. “As the aviation industry moves towards net zero CO₂-emissions by 2050, carbon removal will play an important role in addressing remaining emissions. We are very pleased to go one step further with the Lufthansa Group and keep up the momentum to make decarbonized air travel a reality.”

This is how DACCS technology works

Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage is a high-potential technology that involves filtering CO₂ emissions directly from the air using high powered fans. Once removed from the air, the CO₂ is stored deep underground in geologic saline formations. As the aviation industry cannot capture CO₂ emissions released into the atmosphere at source, a direct air carbon capture and storage solution would allow the sector to extract CO₂ emissions from its operations directly from atmospheric air. In addition to the comprehensive measures that companies are taking to reduce CO₂ emissions, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), carbon removal is required to support the achievement of net-zero targets.

Additionally, the Direct Air Carbon Capture technology will be an important building block for the production of next-generation Sustainable Aviation Fuels. For SAF production from renewable energies with the innovative Power-to-Liquid or Sun-to-Liquid technologies, CO₂ is for instance captured from the atmosphere and processed further. For this, a Direct Air Capture infrastructure will be needed. In IATA’s Infrastructure Roadmap, the development and the promised success of SAF are closely linked to the adoption of Direct Air Capture infrastructures. The Lufthansa Group is involved in numerous initiatives to bring these promising next generation SAF technologies to market maturity.

The Airbus carbon-removal initiative is based on Airbus’ partnership with 1PointFive that includes the pre-purchase of carbon-removal credits of 400,000 tonnes of CO₂ to be delivered over four years. The US-based company is working closely with leading organizations to develop practical pathways to achieve global climate targets.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction share of the 2030 target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years. The Lufthansa Group's commitment to sustainability is rated positively and above the industry average by independent rating organizations.

Lufthansa Group tests Green Fares on intercontinental routes

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:22:00 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is extending its Green Fares to long-haul flights. Initially, the fare will be tested on 12 selected flight routes from November 30. The selection includes connections between Lufthansa Group hubs and various destinations around the world including two routes from North America. From the Lufthansa Group hubs, for example, Frankfurt - Bengaluru, Brussels - Kinshasa, or Zurich - Los Angeles are offered. And anyone booking flights with Lufthansa Group airlines, for example from London to Hong Kong or Paris to Bangkok, via the airlines' hubs, will also automatically be shown the Green Fares tariff. The Lufthansa Group also offers Green Fares for routes with connecting flights. This broad selection addresses different target groups.

Simple, easy-to-book and individual offers for more sustainable flying

"People want to fly and be mobile, they want to explore the world, visit friends and family or seal deals in person. The growing demand for our Green Fares show that more and more people want to travel as sustainably as possible. We support them with suitable offers. The Green Fares test on long-haul flights will provide us with important insights for the further development of our portfolio for more sustainable travel," said Christina Foerster, Member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board responsible for Brand & Sustainability.

Harry Hohmeister, Member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board responsible for Global Markets & Network, said: "The Lufthansa Group continues to expand its innovative services for more sustainable flying. We are pioneers worldwide with simple, easy-to-book and individual offers for our customers. I am delighted that we are now also offering Green Fares on selected long-haul flights on all hub airlines. This also clearly demonstrates the strength of our multi-hub and multi-brand strategy."

In February, the Lufthansa Group successfully introduced Green Fares for routes within Europe and to North Africa, and increasingly, more customers are booking the offer. Since the launch, more than half a million passengers have already opted for a Green Fares flight.

Further development of the CO₂ compensation portfolio

The fare includes full offsetting of individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions with just one click through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and a contribution to high-quality climate protection projects. With SAF, a reduction of 10 percent of CO₂ emissions is achieved, while the remaining 90 percent is offset through climate protection projects. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required for offsetting is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. Tagged as a "drop-in" fuel, SAF is mixed with fossil fuel before being transported to the airport. There is no refueling of individual flights with SAF. The Lufthansa Group's compensation portfolio is constantly being further developed and now comprises 15 projects, including, most recently, technology-based projects for the long-term binding of CO₂. In this way, the Lufthansa Group wants to promote the development of the CO₂ compensation market towards new technologies and offers. The providers are myclimate, Climate Austria, SQUAKE and ClimatePartner. All projects in the Lufthansa Group climate project portfolio are certified according to the highest available standards.

Twelve selected test routes

The Green Fares long-haul fare will be available on the following routes from the end of November. The Lufthansa Group airlines participating in the test are Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and SWISS, which offer the connections - if included in the respective route network - via their booking sites.

Zurich - Los Angeles (ZRH - LAX)
Frankfurt - Miami (FRA - MIA)
Sao Paulo - Zurich (GRU - ZRH)
Frankfurt - Bengaluru (FRA - BLR)
Munich- Seoul (MUC - ICN)
Brussels - Kinshasa (BRU - FIH)
Singapore - London (SIN - LHR/LCY)
Nairobi - Frankfurt (NBO - FRA)
Bangkok - Vienna (BKK - VIE)
Hong Kong - London (HKG - LHR/LCY)
London - Hong Kong (LHR/LCY - HKG)
Paris - Bangkok (CDG/ORY - BKK)

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction share of the 2030 target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Group is focusing, in particular, on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years. The company’s commitment to sustainability is rated positively and above the industry average by independent rating organizations.

Lufthansa Group tests Green Fares on intercontinental routes

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0100

The Lufthansa Group is extending its Green Fares to long-haul flights. As a first step, the fare will initially be tested on twelve selected routes for flights from November 30. The selection includes connections between Lufthansa Group hubs and various destinations around the world. The Lufthansa Group also offers Green Fares for routes with connecting flights. This broad selection addresses different target groups. From the Lufthansa Group hubs, for example, Frankfurt - Bengaluru, Brussels - Kinshasa, or Zurich - Los Angeles are offered. And anyone booking flights with Lufthansa Group airlines, for example from London to Hong Kong or Paris to Bangkok via the airlines' hubs, will also automatically be shown the Green Fares tariff.

Simple, easy-to-book and individual offers for more sustainable flying

"People want to fly and be mobile, they want to explore the world, visit friends and family or seal deals in person. The growing demand for our Green Fares fare shows that more and more people want to travel as sustainably as possible. We support them with suitable offers. The Green Fares test on long-haul flights will provide us with important insights for the further development of our portfolio for more sustainable travel," says Christina Foerster, Member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board responsible for Brand & Sustainability.

Harry Hohmeister, Member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board responsible for Global Markets & Network, says: "The Lufthansa Group continues to expand its innovative services for more sustainable flying. We are pioneers worldwide with simple, easy-to-book and individual offers for our customers. I am delighted that we are now also offering Green Fares on selected long-haul flights on all hub airlines. This also clearly demonstrates the strength of our multi-hub and multi-brand strategy."

In February, the Lufthansa Group successfully introduced Green Fares for routes within Europe and to North Africa and more and more customers are booking the offer. Since the launch, more than half a million passengers have already opted for a Green Fares flight.

Further development of the CO₂ compensation portfolio

The fare includes full offsetting of individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions with just one click through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and a contribution to high-quality climate protection projects. With SAF, a reduction of 10 percent of CO₂ emissions is achieved, while the remaining 90 percent is offset through climate protection projects. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required for offsetting is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. As so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is mixed with fossil fuel before being transported to the airport. There is no refueling of individual flights with SAF. The Lufthansa Group's compensation portfolio is constantly being further developed and now comprises 15 projects, including, most recently, technology-based projects for the long-term binding of CO₂. In this way, the Lufthansa Group wants to promote the development of the CO₂ compensation market towards new technologies and offers. The providers are myclimate, Climate Austria, SQUAKE and ClimatePartner. All projects in the Lufthansa Group climate project portfolio are certified according to the highest available standards.

Twelve selected test routes

Frankfurt - Bengaluru (FRA - BLR)
Munich- Seoul (MUC - ICN)
Brussels - Kinshasa (BRU - FIH)
Zurich - Los Angeles (ZRH - LAX)
Frankfurt - Miami (FRA - MIA)
Singapore - London (SIN - LHR/LCY)
Sao Paulo - Zurich (GRU - ZRH)
Nairobi - Frankfurt (NBO - FRA)
Bangkok - Vienna (BKK - VIE)
Hong Kong - London (HKG - LHR/LCY)
London - Hong Kong (LHR/LCY - HKG)
Paris - Bangkok (CDG/ORY - BKK)

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction share of the 2030 target was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years. The Lufthansa Group's commitment to sustainability is rated positively and above the industry average by independent rating organizations.

Technology cooperation for aviation fuels of the future

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 10:09:41 +0200

From left: Nicole Dreyer-Langlet, Vice-President Research & Technology Germany at Airbus Operations GmbH; Jens Ritter, CEO Lufthansa Airlines; Prof. Dr. Meike Jipp, DLR division director for energy and transport; Jost Lammers, chairman of the executive board of Munich Airport; Lars Wagner, CEO MTU Aero Engines AG (Image rights: Lufthansa/Steffen Weigelt)

Working together for a more sustainable aviation: Representatives of Lufthansa Airlines, the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR), Airbus, Flughafen München GmbH and MTU Aero Engines signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) in Berlin for a broad-based research collaboration on Power-to-Liquid (PtL) aviation fuels. PtL is considered the next generation of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). SAF are a crucial technological key for more sustainable flying and essential for the energy transition in aviation. The planned cooperation will combine the forces of leading aviation companies and academia to accelerate the technology selection, market introduction and industrial scaling of PtL aviation fuels in Germany.

Questions along the entire value chain, such as maintenance requirements or the benefits for local air quality, could also be addressed in the technology cooperation. Furthermore, the use of pure PtL, which means without the addition of fossil kerosene, could be tested in order to gain knowledge for the approval process.
In addition, the cooperation partners intend to examine the extent to which PtL fuels have the potential not only to save large quantities of CO₂, but also to positively influence the so-called non-CO₂ emissions.

"Research collaborations like this are essential for developing pioneering solutions for the climate-friendly transformation of air traffic. As Germany's largest airline, we are firmly committed to step by step making flying more sustainable. I am convinced that we will succeed with the combined know-how from aviation and science and that we will also strengthen Germany as a business location," says Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines.

"DLR conducts research to protect the environment and the climate. One goal is the future climate compatibility of aviation. To achieve this, Sustainable Aviation Fuels are indispensable in large quantities," says Prof. Dr. Meike Jipp, Divisional Board Member for Energy and Transport at DLR. "This is why we are developing production processes that support an economical supply of aviation and are constantly optimizing SAF. This can decisively reduce the impact of aviation on environment and climate."

"Sustainable Aviation Fuels play a key role in decarbonization for Airbus. Already today, our aircraft can use SAF up to a quota of 50 percent, and approval for up to 100 percent is currently underway. We are delighted about this further deepening of our cooperation. The topic of PtL requires a team effort from aircraft manufacturers, airports, research partners such as DLR and airlines," says Nicole Dreyer-Langlet, member of the Airbus management board in Germany responsible for research and technology.

"The signing of this Letter of Intent marks an outstanding step towards a sustainable future for the entire aviation industry. With our cooperation partners from aviation, aircraft technology and research, we are resolutely committed to accelerating the development and industrial scaling of Power-to-Liquid aviation fuels. This innovative technology has the potential to significantly improve aviation's carbon footprint, make air travel more environmentally friendly and achieve our climate targets," says Jost Lammers, CEO of Flughafen München GmbH.

"On the road to zero-emission flying, MTU is pursuing two thrusts: the further development of the gas turbine and the development of completely new propulsion technologies. For both, SAF plays an important role in achieving the maximum climate impact reduction. They can already be used drop-in today. In the short term, large production capacities must be created. That is what we are committed to and that is why we are participating in this important technology partnership," says Lars Wagner, CEO of MTU Aero Engines AG.

Sustainable Aviation Fuels are essential for the aviation of the future

Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) are produced without the use of fossil feedstocks such as crude oil and also meet other sustainability criteria. They are essential for reducing emissions from air traffic and, in particular, its impact on climate. The range of possible raw materials and technologies for the production of SAF is wide. In addition to SAF from biogenic residues, which are currently available in small quantities, the Power-to-Liquid (PtL) process appears particularly promising from an environmental and scaling perspective. In this next generation of SAF, regeneratively generated electricity, water and CO₂ from the atmosphere are used to create a syngas from which sustainable aviation fuel can be produced.

Lufthansa Group offers special fare with 100 percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel for passengers traveling to the UN World Climate Conference in Dubai

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:06:25 +0200

The Lufthansa Group has developed a particularly sustainable offer package for passengers traveling to this year's UN World Climate Conference COP28 in Dubai: From Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Belgium, they can take advantage of a special fare with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, SWISS and Brussels Airlines that includes 100 percent offsetting of flight-related CO₂ emissions via Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Other components include a free rebooking option and a bike rental voucher for one weeklong bicycle rental across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Business Class guests can also make use of an airport-hotel transfer in an e-limousine. The special offer is available in all booking classes and can be booked until December 10 at the following website:

https://www.lufthansa.com/de/en/business-services/for-corporate-customers/meetings-and-events/exclusive-event-offer-dubai

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself amitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction goal for 2030 was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Background on the use of SAF:
There is no refueling of individual flights with pure SAF. As a so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is compatible with fossil fuel and can be blended with it without any problems. Before being transported to the airport, SAF is mixed with fossil fuel (blending) and then fed into the airport infrastructure. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required to offset individual CO₂ emissions is fed into the Lufthansa Group's operations within six months of purchase.

Apply now: Shaping the future of the Lufthansa Group as a Green Mobility Trainee

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:29:00 +0200

Developing solutions for a more sustainable aviation and thus actively shaping the future of the Group: The Lufthansa Group offers this and much more with the "Green Mobility Trainee" program. From now until September 2, interested Master's degree graduates who have already dealt with the topic of sustainability during their studies or internships can apply via the homepage www.greenmobilitytrainee.de. The trainee program begins on February 1, 2024, and runs for 18 months. With this program, the Lufthansa Group underscores its commitment to a future-oriented and more sustainable aviation industry.

The trainees will each work on three sustainability projects in different companies of the Lufthansa Group. A broad and diverse spectrum enables the trainees to gain an understanding of the entire aviation industry: from passenger transportation to logistics and technology to IT. In addition to the individual challenges of the companies, the trainees learn about the different ways of working, approaches to solutions and corporate cultures. They dive deep into the latest research and engage in close exchange with technological pioneers of sustainable mobility. Training in the areas of pitching, storytelling and project management round off the program.

Trainees acquire the necessary tools to help shape solutions for a shift towards a greener industry. Participants of the first generation with a focus on sustainable logistics participated, among other things, in the development of a digital dashboard for the individual CO₂ calculation of freight shipments.

"Pro Master Sustainability" student programme

Young talents who are still at the beginning of their master's studies with a focus on sustainability also have opportunities to shape the Lufthansa Group more sustainably through the student program "Pro Master Sustainability". Those interested can find out more and apply at www.lufthansagroup.careers.de

Lufthansa Group continues to seek new employees

Overall, the Lufthansa Group plans to hire more than 1,000 new employees per month by the end of the year. Since the beginning of the year, more than 9,000 new employees have already been hired at the Lufthansa Group. Interested persons (m/f/d) can find job offers at www.lufthansagroup.careers.de.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has always contributed to the progress of aviation and is leading the way in the transformation of the industry. The Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and is striving for a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to half its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction target by 2030 was validated in August 2022 by the independent Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group relies in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the continuous optimization of flight operations, the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and offers for private travelers and companies to make air travel or the transport of freight more sustainable. For decades, the Lufthansa Group has repeatedly been the launch customer for new, future-oriented aircraft. More than ten years ago, Lufthansa was the first airline worldwide to test the use of SAF in regular flight operations. As a driver of innovation, the Lufthansa Group equips aircraft with fuel-saving AeroSHARK film - as the first airline group worldwide. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has actively supported global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa Group and HCS Group sign Letter of Intent on the production and supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) ‘Made in Germany’

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0200

The Lufthansa Group and the HCS Group have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to partner on the production and supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). From the beginning of 2026, the HCS Group could supply the Lufthansa Group with SAF produced in the so-called Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ) technology. The SAF, made from biogenic residues from agriculture and forestry, will be produced at the HCS Group production site in Speyer, operated by Haltermann Carless. SAF is a key element for more sustainable flying and thus for decarbonization in aviation.

With its engagement in the HCS Group the Lufthansa Group could support SAF ‘Made in Germany’, compliant with Europe’s Renewable Energy Directive RED II. The production site is logistically favorably located near the Lufthansa Group's Frankfurt hub. The HCS Group offers sustainable hydrocarbon solutions to its customers. With the planned initial production volume of 60,000 metric tons of SAF per year, the chemical company aims to become the first large-scale producer of biogenic SAF in Germany.

The LoI with the HCS Group underpins the Lufthansa Group's goal of driving forward the market ramp-up and use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels as a core element of its sustainability strategy. Today, the Lufthansa Group is one of the five largest SAF customers worldwide and is investing up to USD 250 million in the procurement of SAF for the coming years. In addition, the Lufthansa Group is working on numerous projects worldwide to increase SAF availability and is continuously examining further options for long-term purchase agreements.

SAF – the Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is the generic term for all aviation fuels that are produced without the use of fossil feedstocks such as crude oil and also meet sustainability criteria. There are various processes for the production of SAF - both with biogenic and non-biogenic feedstocks. The current SAF is mainly produced from biogenic residual materials such as used cooking oil. As a so-called "drop-in" solution, it is mixed with conventional kerosene before being transported to the airport. The maximum blending rate of SAF permitted under the fuel specification is currently 50 percent. In its pure form, SAF from biogenic residues can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 80 percent compared to conventional kerosene. The Lufthansa Group has been involved in SAF research for many years, has built up an extensive partner network and is driving forward the introduction of next-generation Sustainable Aviation Fuels in particular. Special focus is placed on SAF based on waste materials, renewable electrical energy (Power-to-Liquid, PtL) as well as on research into the direct use of sunlight for fuel synthesis (Sun-to-Liquid, StL).

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction goal for 2030 was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa in-flight service: more choice, more entertainment, more sustainability

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:49:00 +0200

Lufthansa's in-flight service is being expanded and will offer more choice, entertainment and sustainability in the future. Starting in mid-August, Business Class passengers on long-haul flights from Germany will be able to choose from a wider selection of main dishes as early as one month and up to 24 hours before departure. A total of six different regional and seasonal menus will be available for pre-selection. This makes for a relaxed flight and at the same time helps optimize food use and further reduce waste.

As early as 1 August, Lufthansa will be offering an expanded range of hot beverages in its Onboard Delights Service on European flights. A new, sustainable reusable cup made of recyclable plastic will be used, replacing the previous disposable cup with a plastic lid. In addition to high-quality, instant coffee specialties such as latte macchiato, three tea variants and hot chocolate will also be available for purchase in the new cup going forward. The passenger airlines of the Lufthansa Group have set themselves the goal of completely eliminating single-use plastic and single-use aluminum on board by 2025.

Another new feature on board Lufthansa long-haul flights is an expanded entertainment offering for kids and teens. In the future, the airline’s “e-journals” media library will offer young passengers an expanded age-appropriate reading selection in the Children's Media Box. It includes a wide range of journals and magazines in various languages that can be downloaded free of charge. Coloring pages are also available for the youngest passengers to help time waiting at the gate and their stay on board fly by. The new children's podcasts, which are now available free of charge in the FlyNet portal on short- and medium-haul flights, also contribute to this. The in-flight entertainment program for children has also been expanded for the summer months. More than 50 films and TV programs, as well as many audio programs, are available for young passengers on long-haul flights. Especially during the vacation season, children's TV programs and audio books can be accessed free of charge via QR codes at the Lufthansa gates and playgrounds in Terminal 2 in Munich and Terminal 1 in Frankfurt.

For more sustainability in tourism: DER Touristik and Lufthansa Group expand cooperation

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:13:00 +0200

In order to meet the challenges in the area of climate and environmental protection, DER Touristik and the Lufthansa Group are expanding their cooperation: As part of a strategic partnership, DER Touristik is the first major tour operator to purchase Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from the Lufthansa Group. This consists of biogenic residues such as used cooking oils and reduces CO₂ emissions by around 80 percent compared to conventional kerosene. With the SAF it has purchased, DER Touristik will offer its guests more climate-friendly air travel using SAF at no extra charge. The costs for the SAF are covered by the tour operator.

Specifically, DER Touristik uses the SAF purchased from the Lufthansa Group to improve the carbon footprint of selected products. These tours will be presented in the DERTOUR Magalog - a mixture of magazine and catalog - to be published in September 2023 with the title "Conscious Travel". For example, an SAF share of 20 percent will be fed into the flight system for the Lufthansa flights of the 2024 round trips presented in the Magalog. This will reduce the passenger's individual flight-related CO₂ emissions. These round trips include two individual DERTOUR trips to Ireland, where guests travel locally by public transportation, as well as five guided small-group trips to Albena on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, Menorca, Andalusia, Madeira, and Lisbon and Porto. By the end of 2024, selected Lufthansa Group flights booked in addition to one of the sustainably certified hotels in the new DERTOUR Magalog will also feed 20 percent SAF into the flight system at DER Touristik's expense. In addition, REWE Reisen in Germany and Billa Reisen in Austria will each put together two more sustainable vacation offers with Lufthansa Group flights in Europe in the fall of 2023.

As part of the strategic partnership between DER Touristik and the Lufthansa Group, various other measures are also planned that will sensitize vacationers and travel agency experts to the topic of SAF and make it tangible for them, including an expert study trip to Ireland for travel agencies. Last spring, the Lufthansa Group and DER Touristik had already jointly launched more sustainable travel offers in an initial test run.

A crucial key to more sustainable flying

"We are very pleased to have DER Touristik as a cooperation partner at our side who is committed to the sustainable transformation of the travel industry, who is breaking new ground together with us and who is sensitizing its customers to forward-looking travel offers," says Frank Naeve, Senior Vice President Global Markets & Stations Lufthansa Group. "With our airlines, we want to connect people, cultures and economies in the most sustainable way possible, reduce the environmental impact of flying and use required resources as efficiently as possible. The use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel is a crucial key to more sustainable flying in this regard."

"Our goal is to make tourism more climate-friendly and reduce emissions from vacation travel. A key lever in this is flying," explains Dr. Ingo Burmester, CEO
DER Touristik Central Europe. "At the same time, we are investing in the shift toward a lower-emission airline industry with our commitment. As a tour operator and flight broker, we see it as our responsibility to get involved in this area. As an industry, we can only achieve change by joining forces and standing shoulder to shoulder with long-standing, trustworthy partners such as the Lufthansa Group."

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction target until 2030 was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Background to the use of SAF: There is no refueling of individual flights with pure SAF. As a so-called "drop-in" fuel, SAF is compatible with fossil kerosene and can be blended with it without any problems. Before transport to the airport, SAF is blended with fossil aviation fuel. The maximum blending ratio of SAF to fossil aviation fuel currently permitted under the fuel specification is 50 percent. In this way, the passenger's individual flight-related CO₂ emissions are reduced. Compared to conventional kerosene, SAF has a significantly reduced CO₂ footprint. In the case of SAF made from biogenic residues, it is around 80 percent CO₂ that is saved.

Innovation driver: Lufthansa Group invests in new technology to transmit flight trajectory information in real time

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:54:00 +0200

Every drop counts: An optimized flight path saves fuel and reduces CO₂ emissions. With the standard installation of a new, innovative technology for transmitting flight profile information in its new A320neo/A321neo aircraft, the Lufthansa Group aims to further improve airspace management in Europe, avoid unnecessary detours and thus fly more sustainably. Starting as early as 2024, the Lufthansa Group will receive more than 65 Airbus A320neo/A321neo aircraft on order - equipped with the new ADS-C EPP (Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Contract Extended Projected Profile) flight profile information technology. As a pioneer, the airline group is thus investing in the new technology at an early stage and promoting its fastest possible introduction throughout Europe. From 2028, the new technology must be installed as standard in all newly delivered aircraft and ATC ground systems in the EU.

The new technology for transmitting flight path information in real time will in future automatically transmit 4D flight path information generated by the aircraft's flight management system to air traffic control at any time. This so-called 4D flight trajectory describes the further course of a flight in the three spatial dimensions (length, width, height) as well as time as the fourth dimension. Based on the more precise information about the further flight path of an aircraft, air traffic control can control the airspace more efficiently and optimize the routing of the aircraft.

"When it comes to using new technologies for more sustainable flying, the Lufthansa Group plays a pioneering role. That is why we have made a conscious decision to use the new technology for transmitting flight path information in real time as standard on our new Airbus A320neo/A321neo aircraft as early as 2024. This will enable our pilots to fly even more efficiently on first flights within Europe as early as next year, thus reducing CO₂ emissions," says Dr. Detlef Kayser, Member of the Lufthansa Group's Executive Board responsible for Fleet and Technology.

Important contribution to EU airspace modernization

The automated transmission of flight path information is contributing to EU airspace modernization. The Lufthansa Group's new aircraft equipped with ADS-C EPP will initially be able to use the new technology in Maastricht airspace (MUAC), which is the first airspace in Europe to meet all the requirements. The Lufthansa Group is working together with other air navigation service providers to ensure that it will be possible to fly even more fuel-efficiently in an increasing number of European airspaces as quickly as possible. The new technology is currently certified for aircraft of the Airbus A320 family and the Airbus A330neo.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction target until 2030 was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

Lufthansa launches "The World Says Yes to You" Pride campaign

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:25:00 +0200

On the occasion of the present Pride Month and this summer’s upcoming Christopher Street Day parades, Lufthansa Airlines is launching a Pride marketing campaign entitled "The World Says Yes to You". In doing so, Lufthansa is further positioning itself as a supportive company for the queer community and is again underlining its firm and unwavering commitment to openness, tolerance and diversity.

"Lufthansa brings guests of all nations and cultures together and welcomes everyone on board regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity,” says Carsten Hoffmann, Head of Brand Experience at Lufthansa Airlines. “For queer people, however, traveling the world can often be associated with a feeling of discomfort: not everyone is welcomed everywhere with open arms. With our new Pride campaign, Lufthansa is celebrating people and places that embrace queer life. And, in doing so, we’re helping queer people discover such places and more, all around the world."

To take one example, the campaign spotlights Konstantinos in Athens and his ‘Queer Archive’ where events, exhibitions and festivals are staged, and Nuala, who runs a surf school for queer people in Brazil. Brian, president of the Gay Rodeo Association in the USA, is a further featured individual.

Lufthansa’s #TheWorldSaysYestoYou campaign will run in selected German daily newspapers, in special-interest magazines and on large digital posters, initially in Munich and later also in Cologne, Frankfurt, Berlin, Stuttgart and Hamburg. The campaign will also be conducted via numerous online and social media platforms. The floats on which the Lufthansa Group queer employee network participates in the Munich and Frankfurt Christopher Street Day parades will convey the Group’s ‘The World Says Yes to You’ message, too.

Lufthansa shows its strong support for diversity in many ways. Airbus A320 neo D-AINY has been flying daily throughout Europe with the ‘Lovehansa’ handle in rainbow colors since June 2022 as an ambassador for openness and commitment to people in their diversity. For the first time, Lufthansa Airlines is also one of the main sponsors of Frankfurt Christopher Street Day Parade this year.

200,000 guests in 100 days: Successful launch of Green Fares at the Lufthansa Group

Wed, 31 May 2023 09:00:00 +0200

The Lufthansa Group is the world's first airline group to offer a flight fare that includes offsetting of individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions. The new Green Fares offer for more sustainable travel has been available for booking since mid-February. In the first 100 days since its introduction, around 200,000 guests have already opted for a Green Fares flight within Europe or to North Africa, thus contributing to more sustainable flying. The route with the highest number of Green Fares bookings is Zurich-London with SWISS, followed by Hamburg-Munich with Lufthansa.

Green Fares: more sustainable flying with just one click

The Green Fares make it possible to fly more sustainably with just one click, as the new fares already include offsetting of flight-related CO₂ emissions. This is achieved by using 20 percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and 80 percent by contributing to high-quality climate protection projects. The Green Fares also offer additional status miles and a free rebooking option. The Green Fares are offered by Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, SWISS, Edelweiss, Eurowings Discover and Air Dolomiti on more than 730,000 flights per year within Europe and to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. The Green Fares can be booked via the airlines' booking portals.

Lufthansa Group offers broad portfolio of compensation options

The Lufthansa Group airlines offers their guests various options for offsetting the CO₂ emissions of an individual flight - from a "green fare" and additional offsetting offers in the booking process to the possibility of making an individual contribution during the flight or afterwards. Currently, three percent of passengers offset CO₂ emissions through one of the offers along the travel chain. The Lufthansa Group's goal is to inspire five percent of its passengers to travel more sustainably by the end of the year. Last year, Lufthansa Group passengers offset about 43,900 tons of CO₂ by purchasing Sustainable Aviation Fuel and about 380,000 tons of CO₂ through high-quality, long-term climate protection projects.

Lufthansa Group pursues ambitious sustainability goals

The Lufthansa Group has set itself ambitious climate protection goals and aims to achieve a neutral CO₂ balance by 2050. Already by 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The reduction roadmap until 2030 was validated by the independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022. The Lufthansa Group was the first airline group in Europe with a science-based CO₂ reduction target in line with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. For effective climate protection, the Lufthansa Group is focusing in particular on accelerated fleet modernization, the use of SAF, the continuous optimization of flight operations, and offers for its private travelers and corporate customers to make a flight or the transport of cargo more sustainable. In addition, the Lufthansa Group has been actively supporting global climate and weather research for many years.

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