Lufthansa News
Lufthansa breaks passenger records in 2019
The airlines of the Lufthansa Group carried a total of 145 million passengers in 2019, representing an increase of 2.3 per cent compared to the previous year. With around 1.2 million flights, the seat load factor amounted 82.5 per cent, again an increase of one per cent.
gategroup acquires LSG Group from Lufthansa
gategroup Holding has reached an agreement to acquire the European operations of LSG Group from Lufthansa. The transaction comprises of LSG’s inflight catering operations in Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy and Spain.
Foerster takes place on Lufthansa board following overhaul
In her new role, Christina Foerster will assume responsibility for product management, the future catering interface and marketing, including responsibility for the customer loyalty program Miles & More.
Lufthansa unveils overhauled loyalty scheme
Lufthansa Group has revealed plans to simplifying its status program. The move is designed to offer customers an easier and more transparent collection system for achieving and maintaining Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle levels of accreditation.
Hundreds of flights cancelled as Lufthansa strike enters second day
German flag-carrier Lufthansa has cancelled 1,300 flights after it lost a last-minute legal bid to halt a strike by cabin crew. The two-day action by members of the UFO union centres on disagreements over pay and conditions.
Oman Air adds new destinations to Lufthansa codeshare deal
Under the expanded agreement, guests can travel on Oman Air flights from Muscat to Munich and Frankfurt, as well as seamlessly connecting to Amsterdam, Dublin, Helsinki, Oslo and Warsaw.
Lufthansa sees profits fall as competition drives down fares
Lufthansa has reported net profits fell to €226 million in the second quarter, a year-on-year drop of 70 per cent, which was partly due to a €200-million tax provision.
Lufthansa unveils Eurowings turnaround plan
In a crowded low-cost marketplace, Eurowings has failed to find a sustainable role. In an attempt to revive its fortunes, Lufthansa said today the low-cost carrier will be given be a clear focus on short-haul, point-to-point operations.
Spohr steps up as IATA chairman following Korea annual general meeting
The International Air Transport Association has announced that Lufthansa Group chief executive, Carsten Spohr, has assumed his duties as chairman of the IATA board of governors.
Wohlfahrt creates new menu for Lufthansa first class guests
Lufthansa first class lounge guests in Munich have been offered a special culinary treat. Three-star Michelin rated chef, Harald Wohlfahrt, created an exclusive three-course experience for the lounges’ visitors.
Lufthansa slips to loss in first quarter of 2019
German flag-carrier has reported a loss of €336 million for the first three months of the year. The carrier, the largest in Europe, was hit by rising fuel costs and overcapacity in Europe.
Lufthansa overcomes rising fuel prices to report strong results for 2018
European aviation giant Lufthansa Group has reported adjusted EBIT of €2.8 billion for 2018. The figure was slightly below the record €3 billion reported last year, but comes despite an increase