1️⃣ Lufthansa Cargo's Response
Lufthansa Cargo plans to launch a new route from Frankfurt to Zhengzhou, China, exclusively for Temu, with 777F flights operating three times a week starting April. "The new FRA - CGO route is based on an exclusive booking by Temu," an insider revealed.
2️⃣ Concerns and Criticisms
Temu's success in Europe raises concerns over product quality and environmental impact. Critics accuse the platform of unfair trade practices and disregarding EU norms. Toys Industries of Europe found 19 toys bought from Temu failing EU safety standards.
3️⃣ Industry Impact
Temu and Shein ship around 400,000 packages daily to Germany, mostly via air freight, with a global estimate of 4,000 to 5,000 tons per day. This surge strains logistics networks, leading to soaring airfreight rates and capacity shortages in the market.
4️⃣ Response from Competitors
Otto's Marc Opelt criticizes competitors for neglecting environmental concerns. "E-commerce providers seem to overlook issues like climate change," he said, emphasizing the need for responsible practices in the industry.
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