Frankfurt Airport Surpasses Istanbul as Europe's Top Global Entry Hub
Frankfurt Airport has overtaken Istanbul to become Europe's busiest global entry hub. The shift comes as Germany strengthens its position in global logistics. Meanwhile, industry leaders are pushing for reforms to keep pace with international rivals.
Frankfurt's rise to the top spot follows steady air freight volumes, despite competition from Amsterdam and Paris. Growth in e-commerce and post-pandemic supply chain changes has helped maintain its leading role. However, annual cargo figures still fluctuate due to fuel prices, airline capacity, and economic trends.
Lufthansa Cargo is now restructuring its leadership to improve integration and drive expansion across Europe. The move aims to secure future growth in a highly competitive global entry market.
At the same time, freight forwarders and aviation stakeholders are calling for structural reforms. Their goal is to prevent Germany from losing ground to faster-moving global competitors.
Frankfurt's new status as Europe's largest global entry hub has boosted Germany's logistics sector. But industry players warn that without further reforms, the country risks falling behind. The focus now turns to leadership changes and policy adjustments to sustain this momentum.
