News / Staff shortage and extreme weather throws Lufthansa Cargo off course

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Lufthansa Cargo has warned customers of severe delays and cancellations until the end of the year, and said it is reviewing existing bookings.  

And the carrier added that it “cannot ensure the usual quality of service”.  

The disruption is at Lufthansa’s Frankfurt and Munich hubs, caused by an “exceptionally high level of staff sickness and recent extreme winter weather conditions”.  

Lufthansa Cargo told customers: “The exceptional staff shortages are challenging our freight operations and putting a heavy strain on the system. 

“Together ...