Swiss WorldCargo joins Lufthansa–United Cargo transatlantic alliance

Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo have welcomed Swiss WorldCargo into their joint business agreement. This expanded partnership will offer cargo customers greater flexibility and enhanced transport options, with denser direct connections between Europe and the Americas, according to an official release from Lufthansa Cargo.

Over the past years, Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo have successfully offered their customers a joint business agreement, enabling the two airlines to cooperate in various areas, including sales, customer relations, and networks between the United States and Europe.

Effective 1 August 2025, Swiss WorldCargo will officially join the joint business agreement with Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo, further reinforcing the alliance. The expanded partnership is set to offer customers enhanced connectivity, streamlined services, and a more seamless cargo experience across the transatlantic network.

Under the expanded joint business agreement, United Cargo, Lufthansa Cargo, and Swiss WorldCargo will work closely together on the aspects mentioned above. The airlines will cooperate on cargo traffic between more than 200 destinations in the US to Zurich and Frankfurt, the release added.

All joint activities will be conducted in full accordance with applicable laws, including the competition regulations of the European Union and the United States.

“We are pleased to announce our participation in the joint business agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo,” says Alain Chisari, Head of Swiss WorldCargo. “This agreement marks an important milestone in strengthening our collaboration, broadening our global network, and offering our customers increased flexibility and connectivity. By joining this partnership, we reaffirm our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and efficient air cargo solutions worldwide.”

“The entry of Swiss WorldCargo into Lufthansa Cargo’s successful joint venture with United Cargo marks a significant milestone in enhancing collaboration and adding value for our customers. This expanded business agreement offers customers benefits, especially of an even denser network and more seamless booking possibilities, ensuring greater flexibility and reliability for their shipments. The combined synergies further enhance service quality and represent a step towards sustainable growth in a volatile and very competitive market for Lufthansa Cargo and its partners,” says Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo.

“We are proud to welcome Swiss WorldCargo into our transatlantic joint venture with Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo,” says Jan Krems, President United Cargo. “This expanded collaboration brings together three premium carriers with complementary networks, operational expertise, and shared values. By coordinating schedules, aligning handling processes, and streamlining booking and tracking systems, we’re creating a more seamless experience for our customers, offering greater capacity, more consistent service, and improved access across key U.S. and European markets. This partnership strengthens our ability to meet growing demand and deliver smarter, more efficient solutions across the air cargo supply chain.”