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Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) is expanding its air cargo presence at Frankfurt Airport with a new 7,600 sq m facility aimed at the healthcare, semiconductor, high-tech, and cloud infrastructure sectors. The company has signed a lease with airport operator Fraport, increasing its total footprint at CargoCity South to over 20,000 sq m.

Scheduled for completion by the end of 2028, the facility will feature 16 gates and truck docks, enhancing logistics efficiency and connectivity for air cargo. It has received a DGNB gold certification for environmental standards, incorporating sustainable features such as LED lighting and a photovoltaic system. This expansion aligns with Fraport's CargoHub masterplan, which focuses on space optimisation, development, and digital innovation to strengthen the air cargo market at Frankfurt Airport.