Deutsche Lufthansa AG is a major European aviation holding company that operates globally across multiple segments of the air transport industry. The company's business model is centered around its Passenger Airlines segment, which generates the vast majority of its revenue (approximately 78% in 2023). This segment operates a multi-hub strategy and includes the flagship carrier Lufthansa German Airlines, alongside other prominent national and regional brands such as SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, and Eurowings.
Beyond passenger transport, Lufthansa is diversified within the aviation sector. Its Logistics segment, operating primarily under Lufthansa Cargo, provides airfreight and logistics services worldwide, contributing approximately 8% of total revenue. The Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) segment, represented by Lufthansa Technik, is a major global provider of technical aircraft services for both its own fleet and third-party airlines, accounting for roughly 13% of revenue.
Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from flights within Europe (63.7% in 2023) and to the United States (17.0%), though it maintains a comprehensive global route network spanning hundreds of destinations. Lufthansa's competitive position is strengthened by its founding membership in the Star Alliance, which expands its global reach through extensive codeshare agreements and joint ventures. The company previously operated a catering segment (LSG Group), which was divested to focus on its core airline and aviation services businesses.
