Is it possible for air cargo to reduce its carbon emissions without sacrificing its profit margins?

During a panel discussion at Transport Logistic and Air Cargo China 2026 in Shanghai, leaders from Lufthansa Cargo, Jettainer, and Ethiopian Airlines shared their views on the importance of profit, people, and the planet. While both Betelhem Abel and Stefanie Pauly prioritized the planet, Bettina Petzold emphasized people first, arguing that sustainability should be an opportunity rather than a burden. The panel acknowledged the challenges of balancing sustainability with financial constraints, particularly around Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) availability and costs, highlighting the need for collaborative solutions across the industry to ensure sustainability efforts are viable globally.