“Before every takeoff we consider what the optimum procedure is to keep noise to a minimum.” Capt. Oliver Cantele, Ops Efficiency Program Manager, Austrian Airlines “There is an audible reduction in the noise burden on residents of areas near our major hubs.” Markus Pauly, Director, Commercials Frankfurt Hub, Deutsche Lufthansa AG “Low noise and con- sumption values are the two crucial environmental parameters when select- ing new aircraft.” Nico Buchholz, Executive Vice President, Deutsche Lufthansa AG “We have been actively involved for years in noise research so that we can fly more quietly.” Dr. Gerd Saueressig, Manager, Group Environmental Issues, Deutsche Lufthansa AG Sustainability Report Balance // Issue 2014 // Lufthansa Group // 17