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Lufthansa Joins the Global Sunflower Movement as Inclusive Travel Gains Worldwide Momentum

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(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, marking a significant step in the airline’s efforts to make air travel more inclusive for passengers with non-visible disabilities according to their press announcement. Launched on December 1, the initiative allows travellers with conditions such as chronic illness,… Read the full news article

Strengthening the Asia–Europe Trade Bridge with a Next-Generation Cargo Partnership between Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong

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(NEWS) FRANKFURT, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport have entered a new phase of cooperation with a strategic partnership designed to strengthen cargo connectivity between Europe and Asia. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding, the two major hubs are expanding an already long-standing relationship, setting the foundation for deeper… Read the full news article

Lufthansa, Fraport and zeroG Roll Out AI System “seer” to Optimize Aircraft Handling at Frankfurt

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(IN SHORT) Lufthansa, Fraport AG, and tech subsidiary zeroG are rolling out “seer,” an AI-powered camera system designed to enhance aircraft turnaround efficiency at Frankfurt Airport. After a successful pilot program, “seer” is being implemented at more aircraft positions, with plans for widespread deployment. The system captures and timestamps key ground handling steps in real… Read the full news article

Discover Airlines Flyers and Cologne Region Passengers Can Now Book Lufthansa’s Door-to-Door Luggage Service

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(IN SHORT) Lufthansa, in collaboration with Airportr, has expanded its door-to-door luggage collection and check-in service to passengers traveling by train from Cologne and Siegburg/Bonn to Frankfurt Airport. Discover Airlines flyers may now also book the streamlined experience in both Frankfurt and Cologne. Passengers simply schedule home or hotel pick-ups up to 36 hours before… Read the full news article

New Operational Concept to Enhance Capacity and Minimize Noise Impact at Frankfurt Airport

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(IN SHORT) DFS and Fraport have presented a refined operational concept for Frankfurt Airport to ensure sustainable and stable operations amid expected traffic growth. The new plan, which incorporates flexible traffic management and optimized use of existing flight routes, will help meet capacity limits and minimize noise impact in the surrounding region. The concept is… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Cargo Services Secures E-Commerce Handling Contract with EDT at Frankfurt Airport

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(IN SHORT) Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS), a subsidiary of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), has secured a contract with EDT – eDirect Transport to provide E-commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling (EFFH) services at Frankfurt Airport, marking a significant step in expanding e-commerce logistics. This agreement includes a major investment from FCS to expand its e-commerce handling… Read the full news article

Emirates SkyCargo Strengthens European Operations with New Five-Year Deal at Frankfurt with WFS

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(IN SHORT) Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has signed a new five-year agreement to handle Emirates SkyCargo’s freight operations at Frankfurt Airport. This move bolsters the longstanding alliance between WFS and Emirates, with the group now serving the airline at 21 stations globally. As a major hub in Emirates’ European network, Frankfurt supports… Read the full news article

Swissport Begins Ground Handling Operations at Frankfurt Airport, Expanding Its Presence in Germany and Europe

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(IN SHORT) Swissport International has officially launched its ground handling operations at Frankfurt Airport, expanding its presence at one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs. The company began serving flights from KLM, Air France, and LOT at Terminals 1 and 2, with plans to increase capacity and recruit additional staff throughout 2025. The expansion follows… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport Introduces World-First 360° Walkthrough Security Scanner for Enhanced Passenger Screening

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German Federal Police approves the QPS Walk2000 360° walk-though security scanner for faster passenger screening – Scanning supported by AI-based detection software   (IN SHORT) Frankfurt Airport has become the first in the world to adopt the QPS Walk2000 360° walkthrough security scanner for regular use, following its successful test phase. This innovative, AI-supported security system… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport Unveils Revolutionary Real-Time Cargo Dashboard to Enhance Efficiency and Transparency

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New service developed by allivate joint venture to expand digital Cargo Community System Real-time dashboard to show incoming cargo consignments at CargoCity South World-first system for entire cargo process chain at FRA (IN SHORT) Frankfurt Airport has launched a new ‘Cargo Dashboard’ service, developed in partnership with allivate GmbH, to provide real-time data on cargo… Read the full news article

Swissport Secures Ground Handling License at Frankfurt Airport, Enhancing Its Market Presence in Germany

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(IN SHORT) Swissport International AG has secured a seven-year license to provide ground handling services at Frankfurt Airport, starting in February 2025. This expansion strengthens Swissport’s presence in Germany, making Frankfurt one of its largest operations in Europe. The company will invest in electric ground support equipment to align with its environmental goals and complement… Read the full news article

Fraport’s Frankfurt Airport Implements Bidirectional Charging for Electric Vehicles, Supported by German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action

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Fraport turning electric vehicles into mobile power storage units – Project supported by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport operator Fraport is gradually converting its fleet of vehicles to electric drives. Parallel to this, the charging infrastructure at Germany’s largest air… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport Trials Revolutionary Walk-Through Security Scanner for Passenger Convenience

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport began testing the world’s first walk-through security scanner for passengers at Frankfurt Airport. The R&S QPS Walk2000 from Rohde & Schwarz is designed to speed up security checks. The first of these scanners is currently in use in Concourse A of Terminal 1. Passengers… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport significantly increases flight services to major European cities and popular vacation destinations, with extensive anti-infection measures in place

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Range of routes extended, especially to major European cities Frankfurt Airport implements extensive anti-infection measures so flights can resume Terminal 1 remains the focal point of passenger handling Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Flight services at Frankfurt Airport are being stepped up significantly from the first week in June. They… Read the full news article

Biometric Technology Takes Over: Seamless Travel from Check-In to Boarding at Frankfurt Airport

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The deployment of SITA Smart Path brings a comprehensive biometric passenger processing solution across all terminals and airlines at Frankfurt Airport Frankfurt, Germany, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning this year, passengers traveling through Frankfurt Airport (Fraport) can breeze through the various steps in the journey – from check-in to boarding – simply by… Read the full news article

Fraport Introduces State-of-the-Art CT Technology and Innovative Security Lane Configuration for Shorter Wait Times at Frankfurt Airport

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New CT technology and innovative security-lane configuration will bring greater convenience and shorter wait times for passengers World-first lane design entering trial phase Fraport CEO Schulte thanks German Federal Interior Ministry and German Federal Police for their cooperation and trust Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Since January 1, 2023, Fraport… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport sees nearly double the number of passengers in 2022 as demand for travel rebounds

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FRA welcomes some 48.9 million passengers in 2022 Increase of 97.2percent compared to 2021 Cargo throughput declines due to external factors Some of Fraport’s Group airports worldwide exceed pre-crisis levels Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed some 48.9 million passengers in 2022 – nearly doubling the figure… Read the full news article

Lufthansa LEOS adds Goldhofer’s all-electric towbarless aircraft tractor Phoenix E to its fleet

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The Goldhofer Phoenix E moves aircraft with a take-off weight of up to 352 tons New e-vehicle powered by green electricity in operation at Frankfurt Airport for up to ten hours a day Lufthansa Group to be CO2-neutral on the ground in its home market by 2030 Cologne, Germany, 2022-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full news article

Swissport launches new 3D virtual tour of its state-of-the-art cargo warehouse at Frankfurt Airport

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Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport’s state-of-the-art cargo warehouse at Frankfurt Airport is now also in the digital space. Open since November 2020, the 17,000 sqm facility, complete with a certified Pharma Center, is equipped with an automated material handling system. It uses the Fair@Link yard management system and Swissport’s cargo app. Swissport… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport trials Yoordi new food ordering solution

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The digital Yoordi system, an innovative self-ordering solution, additionally enhances the passenger experience Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Jun-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers and guests at Frankfurt Airport can now use their  smartphones to conveniently order and pay for food and beverages from various restaurants – taking advantage of a new “fast lane to… Read the full news article

Fraport AG’s exemplary handling of sensitive pharmaceutical products at Frankfurt Airport awarded renewed “CEIV Pharma” certification

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IATA’s pharma certificate awarded for exemplary handling of temperature-sensitive goods at Frankfurt Airport – Fraport’s expertise based on years of specialized logistics for pharmaceutical products Frankfurt, Germany, 2021-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The IATA airline association has awarded Fraport AG renewed “CEIV Pharma” certification for exemplary handling of time-critical and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical goods at… Read the full news article

Swissport Cargo Services Germany starts operations at its brand new 17,000 sqm facility at Frankfurt Airport

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2020-Nov-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has opened a brand-new air cargo facility at Frankfurt Airport today (02.11.2020). The 17,000 sqm warehouse with an integrated Swissport Pharma Center is equipped with state-of-the-art handling technology and has direct tarmac access. An automated material handling system ensures efficient air cargo handling and storage while… Read the full news article

Fraport to source most of electricity used at Frankfurt Airport from wind power

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Company maintains climate protection targets despite corona virus crisis Plans to source electricity from wind power Wind power alone to propel green electricity share to around 85 percent from 2025 Large photo voltaic system in construction on cargo hall Further projects planned Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport AG plans… Read the full news article

Frankfurt Airport meets challenges of airfreight industry due to the coronavirus pandemic

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Airfreight plays key role in delivering essential supplies to the population FRA’s cargo community cooperates closely to meet challenges of the changed airfreight industry due to the coronavirus pandemic Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jun-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The global coronavirus outbreak has rapidly changed the airfreight business. Import volumes at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)… Read the full news article

COVID-19: Frankfurt Airport implements measures to minimize the risk of infection and ensure passenger safety

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The rule of “safety first” also applies on the ground: air travel while complying with all hygiene prescriptions is feasible – Diverse measures being taken to safeguard passengers and employees Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic, Frankfurt Airport is getting ready to ramp up passenger flights… Read the full news article

Steigenberger Hotels AG announces signing of the Steigenberger Kongress Hotel Frankfurt Airport

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The Steigenberger Kongress Hotel Frankfurt Airport will complement the Gateway Gardens quarter from 2024 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt’s newest quarter Gateway Gardens is about to gain a conference and meetings centre. Steigenberger Hotels AG and the property developer Groß & Partner have signed an agreement to create one… Read the full news article

Deutsche Hospitality announces The Zleep Hotel Frankfurt Airport scheduled to open in spring 2022

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Deutsche Hospitality plans to open the Zleep Hotel Frankfurt Airport in spring 2022 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has announced another strategic milestone. The Zleep Hotel Frankfurt Airport is set to become the second hotel to operate under the brand in Germany following the Zleep Hotel Hamburg Altonaer… Read the full news article

Marriott International’s most well-known brands brought together in one location for the first time at Frankfurt Airport

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BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International has unveiled an exciting new offering at Frankfurt Airport following a long-term commitment to upgrade and elevate the existing Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center. The renovation of the property not only delivers a revamped Sheraton hotel to the market but also a brand-new… Read the full news article

Fraport received climate certification for Frankfurt Airport for the eleventh consecutive year

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport AG has been systematically implementing stringent climate targets since 2008, when the airport operator first defined these goals. For the eleventh consecutive year, Fraport has now received climate certification for Frankfurt Airport (FRA) under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. Launched by the Airport… Read the full news article

Lufthansa opens the Panorama Lounge at Frankfurt Airport

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New Panorama Lounge operated by Lufthansa now open Terminal 1 lounge capacity increases by 40 percent COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers with lounge access can now look forward to having an even more relaxed lounge stay before their departure in the Terminal 1A Schengen area at Frankfurt Airport. Today, Lufthansa is opening… Read the full news article