Lufthansa Industry Solutions is now a member of the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Strategic Partnership Program. The Lufthansa subsidiary will be particularly involved in the development of standards and guidelines for digital freight, technology and business processes.
International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Lufthansa Industry Solutions joins the IATA Strategic Partnership Program
Norderstedt, July 9, 2024 - Lufthansa Industry Solutions has officially joined the Strategic Partnership Program of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). With a history spanning over 70 years, IATA serves as the leading global trade association for the airline industry, representing approximately 330 airlines that collectively manage more than 80% of the world's air traffic.
The IATA Strategic Partnership Program encompasses nearly 400 partners worldwide, fostering collaboration to enhance aviation practices and technologies. The program focuses on more than 35 areas of engagement, covering a wide range of industry activities.
Rainer Liebhart, Vice President AirCargo Logistics, points out: "We are honored to become a part of the IATA Strategic Partnership Program, underscoring our capabilities and dedication to enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of air transportation. Amid the intricate challenges confronting the aviation sector, such partnerships play a pivotal role in driving innovation and achieving mutual objectives.”
As a participant in the Cargo Operations and Technology Strategic Partnership Program, Lufthansa Industry Solutions will contribute in particular to the development of standards and guidelines for digital cargo, technology and business processes. Key projects within this realm include One Record, Interactive Cargo and e-Freight.
Lufthansa Industry Solutions is a service provider for IT consulting and system integration. This Lufthansa subsidiary helps its clients with the digital transformation of their companies. Its customer base includes companies both within and outside the Lufthansa Group, as well as more than 300 companies in various lines of business. The company is based in Norderstedt and employs more than 2,500 members of staff at several branch offices in Germany, Albania, Switzerland and the USA.