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CB Customs Broker and LUG Frankfurt Launch eCommerce Partnership at Frankfurt Airport
Munich, June 2, 2026 – CB Customs Broker GmbH, a specialist in digital eCommerce customs clearance, and air cargo handling expert LUG aircargo handling GmbH announce their new partnership at Frankfurt Airport during the transport logistic trade fair in Munich. The aim: to accelerate and streamline the processing of cross-border eCommerce imports.
Automated eCommerce Customs Clearance and Handling on a Dedicated Site
At the core of the partnership is a dedicated, scalable 6,000 m² warehouse space within the LUG aircargo handling terminal in CargoCity South. CB Customs Broker’s proprietary software, supported by custom scanners, automates per-parcel customs clearance, transmits all required data to authorities, and steers handling and sorting on site. The solutions meets all regulatory standards and can process hundreds of thousands of shipments daily.
Two Experienced Partners with a Clear Focus on Efficiency and Speed
"With LUG, we gained a strong, experienced partner at the 'first line' of CargoCity South," says Uwe Glunz, Managing Director of CB Customs Broker. "Our eCommerce customs clearance solution, combined with direct apron access, saves time on import customs processing. This improves connectivity and time to market for international online retailers."
Patrik Tschirch, Managing Director of LUG aircargo handling GmbH, is equally enthusiastic: “In the rapidly growing eCommerce sector, speed is the most critical factor. With CB Customs Broker, we have a partner who has perfected customs processing in this area and knows the business well. Together, we aim to continue growing in this segment and look forward to further collaboration.”
Digital Customs Clearance as a Driver of Growth
Frankfurt Airport is strengthening its position as an important hub for cross-border online trade. CB Customs Broker had opened up the location for online retailers in 2023 with its customs clearance software. With LUG, this successful model is now being further expanded.
This new partnership highlights the growing demand for reliable and scalable eCommerce import processes. Digital customs clearance and automated workflows are the key enablers: they ensure fast and secure handling of increasing shipment volumes. Combined with efficient ground handling, online retailers gain valuable time, a decisive advantage in global competition.
To learn more about the collaboration, visit CB Customs Broker at the Lufthansa Cargo Group's joint booth at transport logistic Munich in Hall A1 at Booth 101/202.
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CB Customs Broker GmbH
CB Customs Broker is a full-service customs agency that provides tailored and digital customs solutions. Since 2006, the company has supported its customers with all common EU customs procedures and developed automated end-to-end solutions, particularly for the complex requirements of international industrial companies. This includes the development of its own software, such as for cross-border online trade.
With this software, CB Customs Broker became the first German customs agency licensed by German customs for the eCommerce import procedure for shipments under 150 euros, enabling the digital clearance of hundreds of thousands of eCommerce shipments daily.
The company has been part of the Lufthansa Cargo Group since 2018 but operates independently, clearing shipments across all transportation modes - air, sea, road, and rail. Over 80 customs experts ensure fast, reliable clearance 365 days a year at locations near Frankfurt and Amsterdam airports. CB Customs Broker is AEO C/S and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
