Lufthansa Cargo aims to cut down its carbon dioxide emissions by 2024, with an estimated reduction of over 25,000 tonnes.
Lufthansa Cargo, one of the world's leading air cargo carriers, is making significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainability.
The company operates a fleet of 18 Boeing 777F aircraft, with an average age of 7.6 years. By 2030, seven more Boeing 777-8F aircraft are expected to join the fleet.
Lufthansa Cargo's commitment to sustainability is evident in its various initiatives. One such initiative is the use of the "Statistical Contingency Fuel" (SCF) method, which helped the company save around 5,700 tons of kerosene and thus 18,000 tons of CO2.
Another notable effort is the "Sustainable Choice" add-on service, which allows customers to opt for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and climate protection projects. Through this service, Lufthansa Cargo saved around 8,500 tons of CO2 in 2024.
Lufthansa Cargo is also making strides in ground operations. Since 2024, the service vehicle fleet at the Frankfurt hub has been gradually replaced by electric vehicles. Measures to improve fuel efficiency have helped the company avoid an additional 18,000 tons of CO2.
The company's CO2 footprint primarily comes from flight operations. However, Lufthansa Cargo is aiming to achieve CO2 neutrality by 2030 on the ground.
In addition to its own fleet, Lufthansa Cargo uses the cargo holds of other airlines such as Lufthansa Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, and SunExpress.
Lufthansa Cargo is also involved in research projects to reduce non-CO2 climate effects. The company participated in the "100-Flight Program" to avoid the formation of contrails, specifically the formation of condensation trails. The companies that participated in this initiative include DLR (German Aerospace Center) and the University of Leipzig.
A recycling project for decommissioned cargo belts has been launched by Lufthansa Cargo. Twenty-three flights were selected for this purpose, and the results are being evaluated with partners such as DLR, DFS, and Lufthansa Systems.
The procedure RETI (Reduced Engine during Taxi In) has also been implemented, helping Lufthansa Cargo save around 1,200 tons of CO2 per year. Automating the calculation of taxi fuel on the ground has also contributed to the company's CO2 savings, with an estimated 18,000 tons saved.
In 2024, Lufthansa Cargo served around 350 destinations in over 100 countries with a strong airport-to-airport network. The company achieved a turnover of 3.26 billion euros and a transport performance of 8.5 billion freight tonne kilometers in the same year.
Isabella Sauer, the author of this article, is a journalist with a passion for mobility. She holds a Private Pilot License (PPL) since May 2025 and has worked for major publishing houses such as Axel Springer and the Funke Media Group.
With its fleet expansion, various sustainability initiatives, and strong network, Lufthansa Cargo is poised to continue its journey towards a more sustainable future.
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