https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/lufthansa/ Lufthansa News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-01T17:15:22+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-at-ila-berlin-2026-anniversary-aircraft-and-lufthansa-techn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-at-ila-berlin-2026-anniversary-aircraft-and-lufthansa-techn/ 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. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:01:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gategroup-elevates-lufthansa-long-haul-dining-experience-in-support-of/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gategroup-elevates-lufthansa-long-haul-dining-experience-in-support-of/ gategroup, the world’s leading airline catering and hospitality company, is proud to be working closely with Lufthansa on the airline’s Future Onboard Experience (FOX) initiative, a major program designed to redefine the long-haul travel experience across all cabin classes from 2026. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:19:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gategroup-elevates-lufthansa-long-haul-dining-experience-in-support-of-futu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gategroup-elevates-lufthansa-long-haul-dining-experience-in-support-of-futu/ gategroup, the world’s leading airline catering and hospitality company, is proud to be working closely with Lufthansa on the airline’s Future Onboard Experience (FOX) initiative, a major program designed to redefine the long-haul travel experience across all cabin classes from 2026. 2026 marks an extraordinary milestone for Lufthansa as the airline celebrates 100 years since its founding. As a premium carrier with such heritage, Lufthansa aims to lead by delivering an onboard experience that is unmistakably Lufthansa, while continuing to help define the future of air travel. FOX is a clear expression of that ambition, combining innovation, individuality and premium service to create a more distinctive and emotionally resonant journey for passengers. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:20:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-ju-52-and-super-star-aircraft-completed-in-lufthansa-group-hangar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-ju-52-and-super-star-aircraft-completed-in-lufthansa-group-hangar/ Just in time for the start of the anniversary year, the historic aircraft have been completed! The Junkers Ju 52 and Lockheed L-1649A Super Star have now been finally accepted at “Lufthansa Group Hangar One.” This means that the two central exhibits, which will soon be on display in the new conference and visitor center, are now complete. Over the past few months, the aircraft were delivered in individual parts by heavy transporters and have since been reassembled with great attention to detail in their new home near Frankfurt Airport. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelsoft-now-offers-global-access-to-lufthansa-groups-full-ndc-content/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelsoft-now-offers-global-access-to-lufthansa-groups-full-ndc-content/ Today the industry’s leading Travel Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company Travelsoft is pleased to announce that Lufthansa Group’s full NDC content is now available on the group’s transport aggregation solution Travelsoft Transport Hub. Through this partnership, Lufthansa Group’s complete content will be accessible to hundreds of tour operators and travel agencies using the Travelsoft Group’s platforms – which currently transact bookings travel bookings worth around €40 billion per year –internationally across all of the Group’s brands in particular Orchestra in France and Traffics in Germany, but also Atcore, Travel Compositor and Travel Connection Technology. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:08:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-dreamliner-with-lufthansa-allegris-lands-in-frankfurt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-dreamliner-with-lufthansa-allegris-lands-in-frankfurt/ Lufthansa welcomes the first Dreamliner with the Allegris cabin in Frankfurt: The Boeing 787-9 with the new interior in all classes landed at Frankfurt Airport from Seattle, WA. Initially, the newest member of the Lufthansa fleet will be used on flights from Frankfurt to Toronto, Canada, starting in mid-October. This year alone, Lufthansa expects up to nine more Boeing 787-9s at its largest hub in Frankfurt — equivalent to one new delivery every two weeks. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:45:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-relaunches-riyadhmunich-route-with-three-weekly-airbus-a350-fligh/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-relaunches-riyadhmunich-route-with-three-weekly-airbus-a350-fligh/ Lufthansa will launch a new year-round service from Riyadh to Munich starting 27 October 2025, operating three times a week. The route will use a modern Airbus A350-900 with 293 seats across Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes. This addition complements Lufthansa’s existing daily flights to Frankfurt, offering customers more travel options between Saudi Arabia and Germany. Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:39:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-online-chatting-on-all-lufthansa-long-haul-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-online-chatting-on-all-lufthansa-long-haul-flights/ Lufthansa is now also offering unlimited free chatting on its intercontinental flights. Passengers can send and receive any number of messages from their own smartphone or tablet via the familiar apps, regardless of their travel class during the flight, including photos. Many passengers would like this free service to be introduced because they want to stay in touch with family and friends via text messages even on long flights. The new free service is offered with the support of Mastercard. To use it, passengers have to log in to FlyNet with a Miles & More service card number or an email address registered with Lufthansa Group Travel ID. They can also sign up or register during their flight. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:09:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luis-monreal-new-director-sales-middle-east-lufthansa-group-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luis-monreal-new-director-sales-middle-east-lufthansa-group-airlines/ Luis Monreal has been appointed new Director Sales Middle East Lufthansa Group Airlines, starting 01 April 2025. Based in Dubai, he will be steering the sales and commercial activities as well as coordinating and managing the representation for Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss and Eurowings in the large Middle East sales region, consisting of 16 countries. This region is comprised of all markets in the Gulf region (GCC), Turkey, the Levant region, Iraq, Iran and Pakistan. In his new position, Luis Monreal will report to Julia Hillenbrand, Vice President Sales Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Lufthansa Group Airlines. He will be succeeding Serkan Guerguen, who has taken over a new position at Lufthansa Group headquarters in Frankfurt. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:16:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-increases-proportion-of-women-in-management-positions-to-ov/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-increases-proportion-of-women-in-management-positions-to-ov/ 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. Fri, 14 Mar 2025 06:10:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/award-winning-lufthansa-allegris-cabin-now-bookable-for-further-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/award-winning-lufthansa-allegris-cabin-now-bookable-for-further-destination/ From now on, travelers can book flights with Lufthansa Allegris to additional destinations and select special Allegris seats. From March 30, the new long-haul cabin will also be available from Munich to San Diego and New York-Newark (from mid-April) and continuously from the beginning of August also to Charlotte. The connection to Bengaluru will continue to be offered. Guests who have already reserved a seat on these flights can look forward to a free upgrade to a comfortable Allegris seat.  Initially, passengers can experience the new First Class with its unique suites on flights to San Francisco, Chicago, San Diego, Shanghai and Bengaluru. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:09:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-extends-a380-service-to-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-extends-a380-service-to-bangkok/ Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier and largest airline, is pleased to announce the extension of its Airbus A380 service from Bangkok to Munich for the peak Songkran holiday season. In response to growing demand during this key travel period, Lufthansa will operate its flagship aircraft on this route, offering passengers a luxurious and comfortable flying experience between the two major cities. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:28:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-strengthens-wet-lease-partnership-with-airbaltic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-strengthens-wet-lease-partnership-with-airbaltic/ Lufthansa Group has signed an agreement to receive a convertible share representing a 10 per cent stake of the Latvian state airline airBaltic which will be issued at a subscription price of 14 million euros. Additionally, Lufthansa Group will receive a seat in the airBaltic Supervisory Board Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:26:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sho-shibuya-designs-loungewear-for-lufthansa-allegris-first-class/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sho-shibuya-designs-loungewear-for-lufthansa-allegris-first-class/ Lufthansa starts an exclusive partnership with Sho Shibuya. The artist will be designing unique loungewear for the airline’s new Allegris First Class. The Japanese artist Sho Shibuya became world-famous with his works, which change in impressive color gradients from dawn to sunset. The contemporary artist has created a unique design for Lufthansa, inspired by the view of the sky that can only be experienced high above the clouds from an airplane. However, his art is not just for viewing but can be felt and experienced up close. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:22:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/together-with-hong-kong-international-airport-lufthansa-group-to-launch-ups/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/together-with-hong-kong-international-airport-lufthansa-group-to-launch-ups/ Since September 30th , Lufthansa Group has offered its guests the innovative Upstream Check-In (UCI) service in 8 ports of the Greater Bay Area. This service enables passengers who fly with Lufthansa German Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines to complete immigration, check-in and baggage tagging in 8 ports, namely 6 ferry ports and 2 land ports, before heading to the SkyPier, located in the restricted area of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Seamlessly, passengers can then proceed directly to the boarding gates without clearing immigration and customs procedures in Hong Kong. Importantly, Upstream Check-In is also available for Lufthansa Group’s passengers who hold flight tickets from Europe to Greater Bay Area. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-extends-its-green-fares-to-all-its-long-haul-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-extends-its-green-fares-to-all-its-long-haul-flights/ Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and its sister airlines within the Lufthansa Group will be extending their present Green Fares to their entire route networks with effect from 4 December 2024. By opting for a Green Fare for their long-haul flight, SWISS customers will reduce the carbon emissions generated by their individual air travel by 10 per cent through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The remaining 90 per cent of such emissions will be offset through a financial contribution to quality climate protection projects. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:54:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-and-deutsche-bahn-announce-record-figures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-and-deutsche-bahn-announce-record-figures/ Since the beginning of the year, 432,000 travelers have chosen to use Lufthansa Express Rail to and from Frankfurt Airport. This means that the previous year’s result was exceeded by 28 percent in October 2024. By the end of the year, a total of more than 500,000 bookings have been confirmed. Never before in the more than 20-year cooperation between Lufthansa and Deutsche Bahn (DB) have so many travelers opted for the joint offer as in 2024. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:02:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-celebrates-65-years-connecting-thailand-with-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-celebrates-65-years-connecting-thailand-with-europe/ Lufthansa proudly marks a significant milestone in its history: the 65th anniversary of its inaugural flight from Hamburg to Bangkok. This milestone highlights the airline’s long-standing commitment to the Thai market and Mekong region, connecting cultures, facilitating travel, and fostering business relationships between Germany and Thailand. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 07:20:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-awarded-best-airline-app-2024-worldwide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-awarded-best-airline-app-2024-worldwide/ The Lufthansa Group has been awarded the prize for the world’s best airline app 2024 at the World Aviation Festival (WAF). The Lufthansa Group app was previously evaluated by customers and nominated for the final round. A jury of experts compared the four nominees in a competition, the “Battle of the Airline Apps”, and rated the Lufthansa Group app as the best among the biggest players in the industry. The Lufthansa product came out on top against the apps from Emirates, Qatar Airways and Air India. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:29:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/timeshifter-hits-1-million-users-for-its-jet-lag-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/timeshifter-hits-1-million-users-for-its-jet-lag-app/ Timeshifter Inc., the global leader in circadian technology, announces at the World Aviation Festival in Amsterdam that its groundbreaking jet lag app has surpassed 1 million user accounts. As part of its ongoing commitment to improving the travel experience, Timeshifter is also excited to announce a new partnership with Lufthansa Group, encompassing Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines. Timeshifter’s jet lag app is designed to help travelers address the underlying cause of jet lag – circadian disruption – as well as its symptoms. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:40:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-technik-equips-latams-777-aircraft-with-aeroshark/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-technik-equips-latams-777-aircraft-with-aeroshark/ In December 2023, LATAM had its first Boeing 777-300ER fitted with the bionic surface film in São Paulo, becoming the first airline outside the Lufthansa Group and in the Americas region to adopt this innovative CO₂-saving solution. Since then, the Latin American airline has been testing the sharkskin technology in daily operations. Given the proven results, LATAM has now decided to install the innovative film on four additional aircraft. Five AeroSHARK-modified aircraft operated by the subsidiary LATAM Airlines Brazil will soon be cruising the skies. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:35:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/superstar-dirk-nowitzki-launches-partnership-with-lufthansa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/superstar-dirk-nowitzki-launches-partnership-with-lufthansa/ NBA basketball legend, Dirk Nowitzki, is the face of the new Lufthansa Allegris advertising campaign. Born in Germany, Nowitzki played his entire NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks in the United States. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 06:08:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-remains-a-partner-of-team-deutschland-and-team-deutschland-paraly/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-remains-a-partner-of-team-deutschland-and-team-deutschland-paraly/ Deutsche Sport Marketing, which markets the rights for the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) and the German Disabled Sports Association (DBS), and Lufthansa Airlines are extending their partnership up to and including 2026. The German airline will therefore remain the official airline of Team Deutschland and Team Deutschland Paralympics. The DOSB and Lufthansa have been cooperating since 2005 and the partnership with the DBS since 2009. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 06:32:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/even-more-digital-entertainment-on-board-lufthansa-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/even-more-digital-entertainment-on-board-lufthansa-flights/ Lufthansa is now offering new in-flight entertainment options on board short and medium-haul flights: passengers can now access around 45 renowned German and English-language magazines free of charge and without limit via the FlyNet® Wi-Fi portal and read their favourite titles on their own electronic device. Sun, 23 Jun 2024 07:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-brings-fans-to-the-soccer-european-championship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-brings-fans-to-the-soccer-european-championship/ Europe is in soccer fever and Lufthansa is bringing soccer fans to Germany: From June 14 to July 14, the airlines of Lufthansa Group are recording around 200,000 additional bookings for flights to the venues of the European Football Championship. Numerous additional flights are being added, especially to and from Great Britain. Sun, 16 Jun 2024 05:31:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-seattle-munich-route-expands-local-footprint/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-seattle-munich-route-expands-local-footprint/ Great news for the Pacific Northwest! Yesterday, Lufthansa began non-stop service between Seattle-Munich with the environmentally friendly Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This new flight complements the already existing daily service that Lufthansa provides from Seattle to Frankfurt. Sun, 02 Jun 2024 07:32:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-flies-its-a380-to-washington-d.c.-for-the-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-flies-its-a380-to-washington-d.c.-for-the-first-time/ Yesterday, Lufthansa brought its beloved Airbus A380, for the very first time, to Washington Dulles International Airport. With its debut in the nation’s capital, Lufthansa’s A380 sharply increases its capacity this summer season to this region with one of the world’s most technologically advanced and largest aircraft. Sun, 02 Jun 2024 05:59:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-allegris-service-with-a350-900-expands-routes-to-vancouv/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-allegris-service-with-a350-900-expands-routes-to-vancouv/ Lufthansa has inaugurated its Allegris service onboard the A350-900 aircraft, accommodating 268 passengers and 18 crew members on its maiden flight from Munich to Vancouver. The introduction of Allegris brings ten new seat options, including the Business Class Suite, Extra Space Seat, Privacy Seat, and Extra Long Bed. Sun, 05 May 2024 07:17:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-culinary-highlights-in-lufthansa-business-class/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-culinary-highlights-in-lufthansa-business-class/ Board, take off, relax: Lufthansa is constantly developing its product range in all classes in order to provide passengers with a pleasant journey. In Business Class on long-haul flights, new highlights are now being added to the culinary offering. Sun, 14 Apr 2024 07:09:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-celebrates-55-years-connecting-osaka-with-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-celebrates-55-years-connecting-osaka-with-germany/ With a tradition that extends more than five decades, Lufthansa Group celebrates 55 years connecting Japan’s Kansai region with Germany.  Described by many as the cultural center and the historical heart of Japan, the Kansai region - including Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Kobe - has had a direct connection to the European nation of Germany since 1969 thanks to Lufthansa German Airlines. Mon, 08 Apr 2024 06:47:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/local-cuisine-takes-to-the-skies-with-lufthansa-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/local-cuisine-takes-to-the-skies-with-lufthansa-group/ With a legacy of nearly 60 years connecting Japan with Europe, the airlines of the Lufthansa Group continue to strengthen their ties with the country by reintroducing local catering onboard flights from the Land of the Rising Sun to Europe. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:21:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-equips-more-than-150-additional-short-and-medium-haul-aircr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-equips-more-than-150-additional-short-and-medium-haul-aircr/ Chat with your loved ones at an altitude of 10,000 meters, shop online while travelling or use the company VPN above the clouds without limits: In future, all passengers travelling on European routes will have the reliable option of using Wi-Fi on board. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:30:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-to-buy-up-to-100-737-max-jets/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-to-buy-up-to-100-737-max-jets/ Europe’s largest airline group to incorporate the 737 MAX as it seeks to grow and diversify its short to medium-haul fleet Order reintroduces Boeing 737 into Lufthansa Group; last 737-300 delivery in 1995 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:43:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-lilium-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-for-strategic-p/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-lilium-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-for-strategic-p/ Planned cooperation to jointly shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility in Europe Lufthansa Group and Lilium to review infrastructure, airspace, maintenance, flight operations and further requirements Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:41:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-tests-green-fares-on-intercontinental-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-tests-green-fares-on-intercontinental-routes/ The Lufthansa Group is extending its Green Fares to long-haul flights. Initially, the fare will be tested on 12 selected flight routes Sun, 03 Dec 2023 07:36:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-messaging-on-lufthansas-european-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-messaging-on-lufthansas-european-flights/ Good news for passengers who also want to be reachable above the clouds. From mid-January 2024, Lufthansa will offer unlimited free messaging on its short- and medium-haul flights. Sun, 19 Nov 2023 09:26:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wanted-pilots-for-the-cockpits-of-the-lufthansa-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wanted-pilots-for-the-cockpits-of-the-lufthansa-group/ - Lufthansa Group expects to need over 2,000 new pilots in the next few years - New ‘flybig’ recruitment campaign launched for pilots - European Flight Academy trains pilots as the Lufthansa Group’s flight school Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:29:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/technology-cooperation-for-aviation-fuels-of-the-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/technology-cooperation-for-aviation-fuels-of-the-future/ Lufthansa Airlines, DLR, Airbus, MTU Aero Engines and Munich Airport sign Letter of Intent for research cooperation on Power-to-Liquid aviation fuel Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:06:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-unveils-upgraded-cabin-interior-for-short-and-medium-haul-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-unveils-upgraded-cabin-interior-for-short-and-medium-haul-routes/ For the first time on short-haul routes: holder for tablets and smartphones at every seat Sat, 30 Sep 2023 07:10:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-announces-new-nonstop-service-from-raleigh-durham-to-frankfurt-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-announces-new-nonstop-service-from-raleigh-durham-to-frankfurt-in/ Lufthansa will begin nonstop service to Frankfurt in 2024, giving Triangle-area travelers easy access to Germany and beyond with streamlined connections to Europe, the Middle East, India, Africa and more. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 06:32:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-saa-codeshare-on-lufthansa-is-now-open-for-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-saa-codeshare-on-lufthansa-is-now-open-for-sale/ South African Airways (SAA) customers can now fly to Frankfurt and connect to a host of European destinations thanks to a new codeshare agreement between Lufthansa Airlines and SAA. The SAA codeshare on Lufthansa is now open for sale. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 07:03:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-in-flight-service-more-choice-more-entertainment-more-sustainabil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-in-flight-service-more-choice-more-entertainment-more-sustainabil/ 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 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 07:12:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/der-touristik-and-lufthansa-group-partner-to-expand-sustainable-aviation-fu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/der-touristik-and-lufthansa-group-partner-to-expand-sustainable-aviation-fu/ DER Touristik is the first major tour operator to purchase Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Lufthansa Group Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:45:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-invests-in-real-time-flight-trajectory-technology-to-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-invests-in-real-time-flight-trajectory-technology-to-drive/ From 2024, all new Lufthansa Group Airbus A320neo/A321neo to be delivered with automated flight profile transmission technology Lufthansa Group is a pioneer for more sustainable aviation Fri, 07 Jul 2023 03:23:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-the-world-says-yes-to-you-pride-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-the-world-says-yes-to-you-pride-campaign/ 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”. Sat, 24 Jun 2023 07:26:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlink-partners-with-lufthansa-systems/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlink-partners-with-lufthansa-systems/ Lufthansa Systems has entered a new partnership with Airlink and its entry into a new market: Southern Africa. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:57:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/200000-guests-in-100-days-successful-launch-of-green-fares-at-the-lufthansa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/200000-guests-in-100-days-successful-launch-of-green-fares-at-the-lufthansa/ The Lufthansa Group is the world’s first airline group to offer a flight fare that includes offsetting of individual, flight-related CO₂ emissions. Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:38:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boris-rhein-names-lufthansa-dreamliner-wiesbaden/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boris-rhein-names-lufthansa-dreamliner-wiesbaden/ Aircraft with the registration D-ABPB has been in service on long-haul routes to North America since 22 May. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 08:02:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-reaches-agreement-on-the-acquisition-of-41-per-cent-stake-i/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-reaches-agreement-on-the-acquisition-of-41-per-cent-stake-i/ Deutsche Lufthansa AG have reached an agreement with the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance (Ministero dell’Economia e delle Finanze, MEF) to acquire a minority stake in the Italian national carrier ITA Airways (Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A.). Lufthansa will obtain a 41 percent stake in ITA for EUR 325m through a capital increase. Mon, 29 May 2023 05:59:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-service-at-ber-facial-recognition-replaces-boarding-pass/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-service-at-ber-facial-recognition-replaces-boarding-pass/ New biometric service for Lufthansa Group HON Circle Members and Senators at the capital airport: fast access to priority security control with “BER Traveller” with immediate effect Joint project between the Lufthansa Group and Berlin Brandenburg Airport Access via facial recognition to the Lufthansa Lounge and use of the BER self-service machines planned Mon, 22 May 2023 05:59:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buy-fresh-food-at-a-lower-price-with-onboard-delights-last-minute/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buy-fresh-food-at-a-lower-price-with-onboard-delights-last-minute/ Lufthansa is launching the “Onboard Delights Last Minute” initiative: passengers have the opportunity to purchase fresh products that have not been sold by then shortly before landing on all flights to Frankfurt and Munich on which Onboard Delights are offered, at the lower price of a uniform 3.50 euros, and take them with them. Sat, 13 May 2023 07:45:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gstaad-palace-becomes-the-first-hotel-to-purchase-sustainable-aviation-fuel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gstaad-palace-becomes-the-first-hotel-to-purchase-sustainable-aviation-fuel/ SWISS and the Gstaad Palace luxury Swiss hotel are embarking on a pioneering new partnership under which the Gstaad Palace becomes the first five-star-superior hotel to procure sustainable fuel for all its SWISS business travel. Sat, 13 May 2023 07:42:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-reports-strong-bookings-in-the-first-quarter-of-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-reports-strong-bookings-in-the-first-quarter-of-2023/ Lufthansa Group reports strong bookings in the first quarter of 2023 and expects another travel boom in summer Sun, 07 May 2023 05:48:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-first-direct-air-link-between-northern-ireland-and-germa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-launches-first-direct-air-link-between-northern-ireland-and-germa/ Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt has taken off from Belfast City Airport, marking the first time the German flag carrier has operated in Northern Ireland. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:45:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-aid-organization-expands-project-portfolio-with-8-new-proje/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-aid-organization-expands-project-portfolio-with-8-new-proje/ Help alliance, the aid organization of the Lufthansa Group, is further expanding its global commitment and is supporting a total of 8 new aid projects this year. Sun, 16 Apr 2023 06:54:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-leos-takes-delivery-of-second-all-electric-aircraft-tractor-phoen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-leos-takes-delivery-of-second-all-electric-aircraft-tractor-phoen/ Lufthansa ground handling specialist LEOS has added the second Phoenix E all-electric aircraft tractor from German manufacturer Goldhofer to its fleet of tow tractors. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:15:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ashwin-bhat-to-be-new-ceo-of-lufthansa-cargo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ashwin-bhat-to-be-new-ceo-of-lufthansa-cargo/ Ashwin Bhat is set to be appointed as new CEO of Lufthansa Cargo. Subject to the pending resolution by the Supervisory Board of Lufthansa Cargo, he will take over his new position as of 15 April 2023. Sun, 02 Apr 2023 06:38:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-unveils-brand-new-senator-and-business-lounges-at-berlin-br/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-unveils-brand-new-senator-and-business-lounges-at-berlin-br/ Lufthansa Group Business Class passengers, status customers and Star Alliance Airlines travelers with lounge entitlement who start their journey at the capital’s Berlin Brandenburg Airport have reason to rejoice: On April 3, the new Lufthansa Senator Lounge and the new Lufthansa Business Lounge will open their doors there and impress with a completely new lounge design. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:12:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-brings-back-airbus-a380-for-premium-flights-to-the-us-from-munich/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-brings-back-airbus-a380-for-premium-flights-to-the-us-from-munich/ From June 1, Lufthansa will resume its regular flight operations with the popular Airbus A380 after a three-year interruption. Daily flights from Munich to Boston will be operated by LH424. Sun, 26 Mar 2023 06:03:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-cargos-dorothea-von-boxberg-to-take-over-as-ceo-of-brussels-airli/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-cargos-dorothea-von-boxberg-to-take-over-as-ceo-of-brussels-airli/ Dorothea von Boxberg is set to become the new CEO of Brussels Airlines. Subject to the pending resolution by the Board of Directors of SN Airholding, Dorothea von Boxberg, who is currently Chairperson of the Executive Board of Lufthansa Cargo AG, will take over in Belgium as of 15 April 2023 Sat, 25 Mar 2023 08:48:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/munich-airport-to-welcome-new-airline-and-routes-for-summer-2023-schedule/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/munich-airport-to-welcome-new-airline-and-routes-for-summer-2023-schedule/ The summer flight schedule will begin on Sunday, March 26, 2023, and end on Saturday, October 28. Munich Airport is offering many new destinations again this summer, as well as a new airline. Lufthansa, the biggest airline at Munich Airport, will start operating additional flight connections. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:08:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-nomination-for-election-to-the-supervisory-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-nomination-for-election-to-the-supervisory-board/ At its meeting today, the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG decided to recommend to the Annual General Meeting, which will take place on May 9, 2023, the election to the Supervisory Board of Dr. Karl-Ludwig Kley, Acting Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Carsten Knobel, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, and of Mr. Karl Gernandt, Executive Chairman of Kühne Holding AG. Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:26:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-supervisory-board-extends-contracts-of-carsten-spohr-and-remco-st/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-supervisory-board-extends-contracts-of-carsten-spohr-and-remco-st/ The Supervisory Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG has appointed Carsten Spohr as CEO and Remco Steenbergen as CFO for five more years. Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:22:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-orders-22-latest-generation-long-haul-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-orders-22-latest-generation-long-haul-aircraft/ The Lufthansa Group is purchasing more state-of-the-art long-haul aircraft. The Group Executive Board has resolved to order ten Airbus A350-1000 passenger aircraft five Airbus A350-900 passenger aircraft seven Boeing 787-9 ‘Dreamliner’ passenger aircraft Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:20:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-presents-new-first-class-suite-plus-private-room-above-the-clouds/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-presents-new-first-class-suite-plus-private-room-above-the-clouds/ Lufthansa is expanding its premium First Class offering with the “Suite Plus,” a separate double cabin with ceiling-high walls and an entirely closable door, large table and two wide seats that can be combined into a comfortable double bed if required. Lufthansa was voted Europe’s Leading Airline - Business Class 2022 at the World Travel Awards 2022 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:13:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/change-in-top-management-at-lufthansa-group-and-lufthansa-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/change-in-top-management-at-lufthansa-group-and-lufthansa-airlines/ Two important leadership changes of commercial core functions at Lufthansa Group and Lufthansa Airlines: Heiko Reitz will be the new CCO of Lufthansa Airlines and Dr. Stefan Kreuzpaintner will now be responsible for network, alliance and partner management of Lufthansa Group. Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:44:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-receives-top-grades-in-renowned-cdp-climate-ranking/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-receives-top-grades-in-renowned-cdp-climate-ranking/ In the global climate ranking 2022 of the non-profit organization CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), the Lufthansa Group received a top rating for its CO2 reduction strategy and its implementation, thus improving compared to the previous year. Sun, 26 Feb 2023 08:01:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/change-on-the-swiss-board-of-directors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/change-on-the-swiss-board-of-directors/ Ashwin Bhat, Chief Commercial Officer at Lufthansa Cargo, was newly elected to the SWISS Board of Directors at the company’s annual general meeting on 23 February 2023. He succeeds Christina Foerster, who remains a member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board and also interim CEO of Brussels Airlines. Sun, 26 Feb 2023 07:50:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-launches-worlds-first-green-fares-for-sustainable-flying/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-launches-worlds-first-green-fares-for-sustainable-flying/ The Lufthansa Group is further expanding its portfolio of sustainable travel offers and will be the world’s first airline group to offer a new product for more climate-friendly flying from February 15, 2023: The Green Fares. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-lufthansa-app-improves-travel-experience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-lufthansa-app-improves-travel-experience/ Clearer, easier and faster to use: The new Lufthansa app is now available for download. It has been redeveloped from scratch and optimized together with customers. The app features an improved, clear design and makes traveling even easier and more convenient. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:17:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reaching-the-flight-by-train-in-italy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reaching-the-flight-by-train-in-italy/ Lufthansa Group this week signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding in Rome together with the Italian state railroad company Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane S.p.A. (FS). The intention is to negotiate a contract for a cooperation in feeder traffic within Italy in order to link the various modes of transport in a better and more customer-friendly way. Sun, 05 Feb 2023 08:34:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-expands-dreamliner-routes-to-us-and-canada-for-summer-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-expands-dreamliner-routes-to-us-and-canada-for-summer-travel/ Great news for “Dreamliner” fans traveling to the US and Canada this summer! Lufthansa’s newest aircraft, the Boeing 787-9, is heading to further North American destinations starting with the summer flight schedule as of 26 March. Sun, 05 Feb 2023 08:02:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-varo-partner-for-a-greener-future-with-sustainable-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-varo-partner-for-a-greener-future-with-sustainable-aviation/ The Lufthansa Group and the energy company VARO are expanding their long-standing partnership and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the production and supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Sat, 04 Feb 2023 08:45:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-introduces-pre-order-option-for-fresh-onboard-meals-starting-feb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-introduces-pre-order-option-for-fresh-onboard-meals-starting-feb/ Caesar chicken salad or sweet potato sandwich? Or would you prefer lemon cheesecake? Delicious snacks and best of all, Lufthansa passengers can pre-order delicious meals like these starting in February. Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:32:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-and-munich-airport-sign-letter-of-intent-to-strengthen-sustainabl/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-and-munich-airport-sign-letter-of-intent-to-strengthen-sustainabl/ Flughafen München GmbH (FMG) and Lufthansa are reaffirming and strengthening their successful strategic partnership. The two companies are now signing a letter of intent (LOI) to intensify and continue the sustainable development of Munich Airport. Sat, 28 Jan 2023 07:32:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-submits-offer-to-acquire-a-stake-in-ita2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-submits-offer-to-acquire-a-stake-in-ita2/ Deutsche Lufthansa AG is aiming to acquire a stake in the Italian national carrier ITA Airways (Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A.). Sat, 21 Jan 2023 08:35:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-transfers-swiss-aviationsoftware-to-lufthansa-technik/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-transfers-swiss-aviationsoftware-to-lufthansa-technik/ SWISS transferred its Swiss AviationSoftware subsidiary to Lufthansa Technik at the end of 2022. The action has been taken for strategic reasons: integrating Swiss AviationSoftware’s world-leading AMOS maintenance application into the Lufthansa Technik digital ecosystem will generate synergies throughout the Lufthansa Group and enable the further expansion and development of this still-autonomous Swiss company. Sat, 21 Jan 2023 08:28:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/austrian-airlines-unveils-simplified-and-transparent-points-system/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/austrian-airlines-unveils-simplified-and-transparent-points-system/ With a simplified status program the entire Lufthansa Group, and therefore also Austrian Airlines, offers its customers a more comprehensible and transparent Points system for achieving and maintaining Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle status. Fri, 13 Jan 2023 11:14:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/learn-from-nature-and-save-co2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/learn-from-nature-and-save-co2/ Lufthansa Group is the first airline group worldwide to equip aircraft with aerodynamic sharkskin film Sun, 18 Dec 2022 08:06:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/belfast-city-airport-welcomes-lufthansas-new-service-to-frankfurt-germany-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/belfast-city-airport-welcomes-lufthansas-new-service-to-frankfurt-germany-f/ Germany’s flag carrier airline, Lufthansa, has announced it will commence operations at Belfast City Airport. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:38:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/offset-co-emissions-directly-on-board-with-lufthansa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/offset-co-emissions-directly-on-board-with-lufthansa/ Lufthansa passengers can offset the CO₂ emissions of their flight directly on board. The offer is available immediately on all Lufthansa flights worldwide with Internet connectivity. Sat, 05 Nov 2022 09:19:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-and-lufthansa-establish-fraalliance-joint-venture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-and-lufthansa-establish-fraalliance-joint-venture/ Fraport and Lufthansa have formed a new joint venture called “FraAlliance”. Each company holds a 50% share in the new venture. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:32:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-dreamliner-in-lufthansas-long-haul-fleet-is-named-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-dreamliner-in-lufthansas-long-haul-fleet-is-named-berlin/ The capital has a new flying ambassador. The first Boeing 787-9 in the Lufthansa fleet, with the registration D-ABPA, was christened today at Berlin Brandenburg Airport by Governing Mayor Franziska Giffey. Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:55:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-100th-anniversary-of-lufthansas-founding-lockheed-super-star-ju-52-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-100th-anniversary-of-lufthansas-founding-lockheed-super-star-ju-52-t/ In 2026, Lufthansa will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its founding: On January 6, 1926, Deutsche Luft Hansa AG was launched in Berlin through the merger of Deutscher Aero Lloyd and Junkers Luftverkehr. The first flight of the new airline followed on April 6, 1926. Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:03:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-offers-suite-concept-in-first-and-business-class-for-the-first-ti/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-offers-suite-concept-in-first-and-business-class-for-the-first-ti/ Premium and quality products have always been Lufthansa’s promise to its passengers. With this, the airline is introducing a new premium product on long-haul routes under the name “Allegris” in all travel classes (i.e. Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class). “Allegris” has been developed exclusively for the Lufthansa Group. Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:24:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-top-ten-business-class-seats/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-top-ten-business-class-seats/ Passengers travelling for business are leading the revival of the global aviation sector – and we here explore the carriers serving their needs. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at the top ten business class cabins from around the world Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:08:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oktoberfest-2022-lufthansa-crew-with-new-dirndl/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oktoberfest-2022-lufthansa-crew-with-new-dirndl/ One day before the start of the Munich Oktoberfest, it’s “take-off” again for the Lufthansa dirndl crew. Today, the Lufthansa flight attendants will take off simultaneously from Munich to Rio de Janeiro and San Diego. Boston and New York will follow on 26 September. Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:01:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-omv-sign-mou/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-omv-sign-mou/ The Lufthansa Group and the global energy and chemicals group OMV have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the supply of more than 800,000 tons of SAF for the years 2023 to 2030. Thu, 15 Sep 2022 05:57:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/condor-airlines-expands-presence-in-north-america/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/condor-airlines-expands-presence-in-north-america/ Condor Airlines has announced that it will serve four markets this fall/winter with non-stop flights to Frankfurt from New York (JFK), Toronto (YYZ), Seattle (SEA) and Los Angeles (LAX), which is a new addition to the fall/winter schedule. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:09:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-or-air-france-klm-eyed-for-tap-air-portugal-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-or-air-france-klm-eyed-for-tap-air-portugal-sale/ The Portuguese government is looking to fast-track the privatization of TAP Air Portugal, with Lufthansa or Air France-KLM the frontrunners to take over. Portugal’s flag carrier is set to go private two years after it was nationalized Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:50:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-amadeus-extend-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-and-amadeus-extend-partnership/ Lufthansa Group and Amadeus are working to integrate the airlines’ NDC offers into the Amadeus Travel Platform targeting a gradual global roll-out in quarter four 2022 onwards. Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:11:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-pilot-strike-averted-after-agreement-reached/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-pilot-strike-averted-after-agreement-reached/ A second strike by Lufthansa pilots was averted at the last minute when the airline and union came to an agreement over future pilot pay. The Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) union on Monday announced a second strike would start today and run for 24 hours for passenger pilots and 48 hours for cargo pilots. Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:15:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-pilots-to-strike-again-this-week-union-says/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-pilots-to-strike-again-this-week-union-says/ Pilots at German airline Lufthansa will strike again this week, a labor union said on Tuesday, escalating a wage dispute that will further plague a summer of travel chaos. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 08:34:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-lufthansa-boeing-787-arrives-in-frankfurt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-lufthansa-boeing-787-arrives-in-frankfurt/ Lufthansa welcomes a new aircraft model to its fleet. The first Boeing 787, registered D-ABPA, landed at Frankfurt Airport today. The aircraft was originally built for another airline but had not been integrated into the carrier’s fleet Wed, 31 Aug 2022 07:29:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansas-1st-boeing-787-is-due-to-be-delivered-today/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansas-1st-boeing-787-is-due-to-be-delivered-today/ Lufthansa is gearing up to take delivery of its 1st Boeing 787 tomorrow. According to a post on the airline’s Instagram story Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:25:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/major-airlines-sign-letters-of-intent-to-explore-carbon-removal-solutions-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/major-airlines-sign-letters-of-intent-to-explore-carbon-removal-solutions-f/ Airbus and a number of major airlines – including Air Canada, Air France-KLM, easyJet, IAG and Lufthansa – have signed Letters of Intent to explore opportunities for a future supply of carbon removal credits from direct air carbon capture technology. Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:30:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-esg-and-lufthansa-technik-expand-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-esg-and-lufthansa-technik-expand-partnership/ Boeing, ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH and Lufthansa Technik have signed a three-party agreement that reinforces joint efforts to support Germany’s new P-8A Poseidon fleet. With the new agreement, Boeing, ESG and Lufthansa Technik will be the team responsible for executing the P-8A sustainment program in Germany. Thu, 07 Jul 2022 07:14:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-reactivates-airbus-a380/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-reactivates-airbus-a380/ Lufthansa is reactivating the Airbus A380 in response to the steep rise in customer demand and the delayed delivery of ordered aircraft. The airline expects to use the long-haul aircraft, which is popular with customers and crews, again from summer 2023. The company is currently assessing how many A380s will be reactivated and which destinations the Airbus will fly to. Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:54:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-katja-kleffmann-director-saf-purchasing-lufthansa-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-katja-kleffmann-director-saf-purchasing-lufthansa-group/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:22:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-carsten-spohr-chairman-and-ceo-lufthansa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2022-carsten-spohr-chairman-and-ceo-lufthansa/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:58:29 +0000