Lufthansa becomes first globally leading airline
with a solution for safe and convenient international air travel
during this pandemic. Landmark exclusive cooperation offers
testing for passengers departing from or arriving at Frankfurt
airport starting immediately. Innovative concept supports a safe
reopening of air travel and further steps towards a new normal
for our societies and economies.
Serving as a blueprint to opening international borders, this
first walk-in testing solution in Germany will aid with
regulations when entering countries. In many countries (e.g.,
China), passengers will not be allowed to enter without prior
COVID-19 testing. The exclusive partnership for Frankfurt
Airport with Lufthansa and Fraport starts immediately and is
expected to run until July 31, 2021.
Passengers flying to or from Frankfurt Airport with Lufthansa
will be able to perform the test at a sampling center
conveniently located near the main terminal. This can either be
completed the day before traveling or with a fast track solution
the same day before departure. All results are delivered to the
passenger via a secure digital platform and connected to their
ticket – providing secured clearance for passengers flying to
countries with entrance restrictions. Additionally, passengers
can opt into an ID confirmation service, assuring authorities
that the passengers’ identities correspond with the test results.
Dr. Volkmar Weckesser, CENTOGENE Chief Information Officer,
stated, “Over the past months, global air travel has been
critically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic – preventing
individuals from traveling home, attending business meetings,
and going on trips that were planned months in advance. Through
our partnership with Lufthansa and our medical partner Dr. Bauer
Laboratoriums GmbH, we can ensure a quick, accurate, and secure
end-to-end solution that safely reopens air travel and further
supports a return to a new normal for our societies and
economies.”
“By opening the test center, we are offering our guests a
comfortable opportunity to test themselves for flights abroad or
a stay in Germany to avoid quarantine,” said Dr. Björn Becker,
Senior Director Product Management Ground & Digital Services at
Lufthansa Group. “Even in these challenging times, we are using
our innovative strength and strong partnerships with CENTOGENE
and Frankfurt Airport to ensure that our customers have a safe
and relaxing travel experience.”
Daniela Weiss, Fraport Vice President Duty Management Terminals,
said: “We are happy to offer passengers this new service at
Frankfurt Airport. This is another example of how Frankfurt
Airport, together with its partners, is pioneering the
development of innovative passenger services. This service
ensures a safe and relaxed travel experience at Germany’s global
gateway, even during these times.”