Lufthansa Cargo aims to grow its technology shipment business by joining the Silicon Saxony high-tech network - the largest association of companies in the microelectronics, semiconductor, and IT industries in Europe.
The membership is expected to help Lufthansa Cargo deepen its cooperation with key supply chain stakeholders in these industries.
Active participation in working groups, industry events, and specialist forums will help improve understanding of industry requirements and further develop specialised airfreight solutions for time-critical and sensitive high-tech goods, said the airline.
Based in Dresden, Germany, Silicon Saxony brings together over 600 players, ranging from international technology groups, start-ups and research institutes.
The regional focus is on the Dresden area, a major location for semiconductor manufacturing in Europe.
“The semiconductor industry is characterized by highly sensitive, time-critical supply chains. Our customers expect reliable, flexible logistics solutions – and this is precisely where we want to continuously develop through active exchange,” said Carolin Gerstenmaier, head of industry development at Lufthansa Cargo.
“With our expertise in international air freight, we want to help make logistics processes along the value chain even more resilient and efficient. In doing so, we are supporting our mission: Enabling Global Business.”
Frank Bösenberg, managing director of Silicon Saxony, added: "We are delighted to welcome Lufthansa Cargo, one of the world's leading companies in the airfreight sector, as a new member of the Silicon Saxony high-tech network.
"This partnership will enable us to strengthen our focus on transport and logistics. Reliable and efficient logistics are a decisive competitive factor for the globally interconnected semiconductor industry.
"The exchange with Lufthansa Cargo opens up new perspectives on intelligent supply chains and resilient infrastructures. Together, we want to work on further improving Saxony's international position as a technology location and further improving the conditions for research, development, and production."
Lufthansa Cargo recently said it is targeting a return to the top three global air cargo carriers in terms of volumes over the coming years.
