Deutsche Lufthansa AG, commonly known as the Lufthansa Group, is a German aviation company headquartered in Cologne. Its principal business is the operation of passenger airlines serving domestic, European and intercontinental markets. The group’s airline brands include Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Discover Airlines and other affiliated carriers.
In addition to passenger transportation, the Lufthansa Group operates businesses across the aviation services sector. Lufthansa Cargo provides airfreight services, while Lufthansa Technik supplies aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services, engineering and related technical support to airlines and other operators. The group also provides catering and other aviation-related services through specialized subsidiaries.
The modern Deutsche Lufthansa AG was established in 1953, with airline operations resuming in 1955. Today, the group’s network is centered on major hubs including Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna and Brussels, connecting Europe with destinations across North America, Asia, Africa and other international markets. The company is led by Chief Executive Officer Carsten Spohr.
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