Combined non-financial declaration

Sustainability is an integral part of the Lufthansa Group’s corporate strategy

Doing business sustainably and responsibly is embedded in the Lufthansa Group’s corporate strategy. The Lufthansa Group is convinced that it has an obligation to create value for customers, employees and investors in the long term, and to meet its responsibility towards the environment, people and society.

As one of the world’s largest and leading airline groups the Lufthansa Group strives to play an active role in shaping global aviation, also in terms of sustainability, and to set standards. In its mission statement, the Lufthansa Group states that it connects people, cultures and economies in a sustainable way. It uses the potential of innovation and digitalisation to strengthen its focus on sustainability. Dialogue with stakeholders and compliance with Company-wide standards play a key role in ensuring a balance between economic success and social responsibility.

The Lufthansa Group sets itself demanding sustainability targets

In order to implement its sustainability strategy holistically, the Lufthansa Group pursues environmental, social and governance targets, which are backed up by concrete, defined actions.

In the environmental area the focus is on reducing carbon emissions, developing innovative technical solutions and expanding lower-emission technologies and the use of circular, renewable materials, by replacing disposable with reusable materials, for example.

At the same time the Lufthansa Group fosters fair and safe working conditions, enhances diversity and equal opportunities and acts responsibly along its entire value chain. Strict sustainability standards for suppliers should ensure that environmental, social and governance criteria are met. They include compliance with human rights standards, promoting the use of sustainable materials and screening working conditions and environmental practices throughout the entire value chain.

In addition, by fostering an inclusive corporate culture and the highest corporate governance standards the Lufthansa Group aims to hardwire lawful behaviour and integrity into its corporate structures.

Responsible conduct is strengthened by strategic partnerships and sustainability initiatives

The Lufthansa Group has committed to the ten principles of the UN Global Compact for sustainable and responsible corporate governance since 2002, thus setting an example for long-term engagement, responsible corporate governance and sustainable development. The Lufthansa Group has also been committed to the implementation of the United Nations Agenda 2030 and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) since 2015. As a contribution to achieving these goals, the Lufthansa Group concentrates on 10 SDGs, where it can mitigate its negative impact or increase its positive impact. A detailed overview of the specific contributions to the SDGs can be found in the annex to the management report. T222 SDG Index.

The Lufthansa Group is also a long-standing member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the international airline industry association, and within this global organisation is actively involved in promoting safety, efficiency and sustainability in the aviation sector. It works closely with other members to develop and implement joint standards and methods, to drive innovation and actively shape the transition of the airline industry towards lower emissions.

External ratings

The Lufthansa Group’s sustainability management is rated above-average

The Lufthansa Group’s sustainability management again received a positive rating in the reporting year and is above the industry average in many categories: