Swiss WorldCargo in cargo cooperation of Lufthansa and United

Swiss WorldCargo joins the joint cooperation agreement of Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo. Thanks to denser direct connections between Europe and the USA, freight customers will gain more flexibility and transport options. In recent years, Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo have successfully provided their customers with a joint cooperation agreement that enables the two airlines to collaborate in various areas such as sales, customer contact, and networking between the United States and Europe.

(Frankfurt/Zürich) Effective August 1, 2025, Swiss WorldCargo will officially join this alliance, further strengthening the partnership. This expanded collaboration aims to provide customers with even greater value through improved connections, coordinated services, and a seamless cargo experience across the transatlantic network.

As part of the expanded joint business agreement, United Cargo, Lufthansa Cargo, and Swiss WorldCargo will work closely together in the aforementioned areas. The airlines will collaborate on cargo traffic between more than 200 destinations in the USA to Zurich and Frankfurt. The joint activities will be conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws, including the competition rules of the European Union and the United States.

“We are pleased to announce our participation in the cooperation agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo,” said Alain Chisari, Chairman of Swiss WorldCargo. “This agreement is an important milestone in strengthening our collaboration, expanding our global network, and enhancing flexibility and connectivity for our customers. With this merger, we reaffirm our commitment to providing high-quality, reliable, and efficient air freight solutions worldwide.”

“The accession of Swiss WorldCargo to the successful joint venture of Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo is an important milestone for improving collaboration and creating value for our customers. The expanded business agreement primarily offers customers benefits through an even denser network and more seamless booking options, ensuring greater flexibility and reliability for their shipments. The combined synergies further enhance service quality and are a step towards sustainable growth in a volatile and highly competitive market for Lufthansa Cargo and its partners,” says Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo.

Three premium carriers with complementary networks

“We are proud to welcome Swiss WorldCargo to our transatlantic joint venture with Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo,” said Jan Krems, President of United Cargo. “Through this expanded collaboration, three premium carriers with complementary networks, operational expertise, and shared values are brought together. By coordinating flight schedules, aligning handling processes, and optimizing booking and tracking systems, we offer our customers a more seamless experience – with increased capacity, a more consistent service, and improved access to key markets in the USA and Europe. This partnership strengthens our ability to meet growing demand and enables us to provide smarter and more efficient solutions for the entire air freight supply chain.”

Photo: © Lufthansa Cargo / Image caption (l. to r.): Ashwin Bhat (CEO of Lufthansa Cargo), Alain Chisari (Chairman of Swiss WorldCargo), Jan Krems (Chairman of United Cargo)