Lufthansa Group Centralizes Swiss Air Operations in Major Restructuring

SWISS International Air Lines faces operational changes as Lufthansa Group announces centralization of European network management, impacting Swiss aviation autonomy

Key Takeaways

Lufthansa Group is centralizing network management for short and medium-haul flights across all its hub airlines, including SWISS.
The restructuring takes effect on January 1, 2026.
Key corporate functions including Technology (IT), Finance, Human Resources, and 'Miles and More' will now be managed by 'Group Function Boards'.
Local airlines retain control over the customer product, including in-flight service, catering, and lounges.

By The Numbers

Hub Airlines Affected

January 1

Implementation Date

They Said

"It’s not about making my job superfluous."
— Jens Fehlinger

"It is also in the interests of Swiss that we reorganise."
— Jens Fehlinger

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Sources & References

Lufthansa Group to centralise European network

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