We care for your cargo – with Swiss precision and personal care

At Swiss WorldCargo, logistics is more than movement — it’s precision, responsibility, and trust

As the airfreight division of SWISS and part of the Lufthansa Group, Swiss WorldCargo delivers care-intensive, high-value, and time-critical cargo across the globe. But beyond what we move, it’s how we do it that defines us.
Rooted in Swiss quality and driven by people, we combine operational excellence with a strong sense of purpose. With tailored solutions and a personal approach, we make global logistics more dependable, sustainable, and customer-focused.

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Swiss WorldCargo team handling high-value air cargo with precision KPI

We are Swiss WorldCargo — defined by four guiding principles

Our values shape how we operate, how we lead, and how we deliver — every day, and with every shipment. These four pillars reflect our commitment to quality, care, and responsibility in everything we do.
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Swissness

Swiss quality is not just a label — it’s a mindset. We bring reliability, trust, and thoughtful care to everything we do.

Sustainability

We act with long-term responsibility, offering lower-emission transport options and investing in more sustainable operations.

Service

We offer tailored logistics solutions with a personal touch — designed around your cargo, your priorities, and to build lasting partnerships.

Speed

We ensure fast, seamless cargo flows — combining optimized processes with smart infrastructure and reliable timing

Connecting Switzerland to Europe and the world

Swiss WorldCargo may be a niche carrier but our reach is global, and our standards are uncompromising.
From Zurich to over 130+ destinations, we ensure that every shipment reflects our values of precision, responsibility, and personal care. Whether it’s vaccines, valuables, perishables, or urgent mail — we move what matters, every day.

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SWISS aircraft above Zurich Airport – connecting global air cargo with Swiss precision

Certified to deliver trusted performance

Our certifications reflect strict adherence to global standards in pharmaceutical handling, safety, and environmental performance.

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Awards

Recognized for quality and performance

Quest for Quality Award, Logistics Management

2004

Supplier Recognition Award, NTP Radio Isotopes

2004

ACE Award of Excellence, Air Cargo World

2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013

Advertising Excellence Award – Air freight, World Trade

2006

Best European Cargo Airline, Air Cargo News – “Cargo Airline of the Year Award”

2008, 2009

Certificate of Appreciation, Japan Post

2009

DHL Care Award

2016, 2017, 2018

Swiss WorldCargo fully CEIV certified

2018, 2021, 2024

EMAS certification

2023, 2024

DHL Green Carrier Certification

2022, 2023, 2024

Strategic partners who share our standards

We don’t deliver alone — trusted partnerships help us maintain the highest levels of quality, security, and efficiency across the cargo journey.

Two strong carriers. One powerful partnership.

As part of the Lufthansa Group, Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo complement each other to deliver unmatched value to customers worldwide.
Swiss WorldCargo is the specialist for high-value, care-intensive, and time-critical airfreight — ensuring shipments that demand the highest standards are handled with Swiss precision. Lufthansa Cargo brings extensive capacity, an expansive global network, and leadership in digitalization and innovation.
Together, we combine expertise and scale to provide a comprehensive offering that meets diverse customer needs.

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Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo partnership

Meet our Management Team

Experienced leadership driving Swiss WorldCargo forward

Our leadership team brings together decades of experience in aviation, logistics, and global trade. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation, and responsibility, they ensure that Swiss WorldCargo remains a trusted partner for premium and care-intensive air cargo worldwide.

Alain Chisari, Head of Swiss WorldCargo (CV)

Christian Wyss, Head of Cargo Offering Dev. & Steering (CV)

Gieri Hinnen, Head of Cargo Global Sales (CV)

 

2025 – Further expansion of transatlantic alliance: Swiss WorldCargo strengthens the joint business agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo

Swiss WorldCargo is joining Lufthansa Cargo and United Cargo’s joint business agreement as of 1 August 2025. This strengthened partnership expands connectivity across the Atlantic, offering customers more flexibility and seamless cargo solutions. Together, the three carriers provide access to over 200 destinations between Europe and the U.S.

2024 – Growth through innovation and reach

Swiss WorldCargo expanded to South Korea, Toronto, and Washington D.C., launched carbon removal with Climeworks, and deepened digital access through partnerships with cargo.one and WebCargo.

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2023 – Launch of Green Choice

Swiss WorldCargo introduces its Green Choice Add-on Service, a flexible CO₂ compensation service using SAF, DAC, and certified climate protection projects.

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2018 and beyond – CEIV Pharma certification

Swiss WorldCargo achieves IATA’s CEIV Pharma certification — and has successfully maintained re-certification ever since.

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2008 – Selected to pioneer e-freight in Switzerland

IATA chooses Swiss WorldCargo to lead the introduction of a new e-freight facility, strengthening Switzerland’s role in digital cargo innovation.

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2002 – Swiss WorldCargo is born

Swiss WorldCargo is launched as the airfreight division of SWISS, with a mission to bring quality, care, and reliability to global air cargo.

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News & updates

Stay up to date with what’s happening at Swiss WorldCargo — from service development to strategic initiatives.