FRANKFURT: June 03, 2019. Lufthansa Cargo has launched 'heyworld', a subsidiary based in Frankfurt to offer custom solutions from a single source for the e-commerce sector.

Services will be designed for online retailers, digital marketplaces, online shop operators and forwarders.

“With our dynamic team of experienced logisticians and retail experts, we will be able to create the best transport solutions for cross-border online trade,” said Timo Schamber, managing director of heyworld GmbH. Other directors include former CEO of investment company ETP, Frankfurt and Andreas Vetter, former managing director at Lufthansa express subsidiary time:matters.

Lufthansa Cargo says heyworld will offer a modular service portfolio characterized by convenient access, fast transport times, a high level of reliability, simple Customs clearance, end- to-end shipment tracking and pricing at package level. The new company will also embed its parent’s airport-to-airport air cargo services and integrate options including first- and last-mile transfers and handling add-ons.

“By establishing heyworld, we are creating a simple and reliable transport solution for the e- commerce sector,” declared Peter Gerber, the airline’s CEO and Executive Board chairman.