What is the outlook for the air cargo industry in the year ahead?
I am optimistic about the prospects for the next 12 months, although political tensions in the Middle East and the impact this might have on oil prices is a concern. Similarly, the level of debt in major economies of the world and higher taxes will continue to affect consumer spending and that generally has a sizeable impact on the types of commodities moved by air.
Who makes up your membership?
TIACA has always been unique in the air cargo industry in that it represents all aspects of the supply chain, from shippers and freight forwarders to airlines and airports, aircraft manufacturers, logistics service providers, courier and express businesses, integrators, general sales agents, ground handlers, technology and equipment providers, trucking companies, media etc.
TIACA is involved in training in various regions – why is this a priority? We are placing renewed focus on training, especially in regions where we feel we can add most value. Developing well-trained, competent professionals is essential to the ongoing well- being of the industry. In February, TIACA joined forces with the Federation of East African Freight Forwarders’ Association (FEAFFA) in a training initiative for its members in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi. Developed for TIACA, the course covers supply chain management, transportation management, IT, e-commerce border control and processes, safety and security. We plan to extend this training to Nigeria and are also
looking at how we can support the industry in China.
What is the Air Logistic Network? As one of the TIACA
membership benefits, the Air Logisitic Network (ALN) aims to make it easier for our members to network and develop business opportunities together. They have the ability to arrange one-to-one meetings via our online community and have access to a growing online reference centre with a variety of useful business tools, information and data.
What is your vision for the air cargo industry? I want to see an industry that gains the recognition it deserves as a facilitator of world trade and a driver of global economic development.
How important are industry organisations such as TIACA? TIACA is playing an increasingly important role. With security, for example, we are able to give
the broadest insight of the needs of the industry and the challenges faced by all service providers, and it also means that when regulators talk to us – which is becoming more and more frequent – they get a complete industry view.
In what ways do you work with other industry organisations?
In the case of the TSA, we worked closely together to help inform the industry about new mandatory 100% cargo screening. With IATA, we are supporting its e-freight initiative to remove paper from the air cargo supply chain. We have also been asked for comment from groups including ICAO, European Civil Aviation Council, US Department of Homeland Security, US Federal Aviation Administration, the WCO, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, World Bank and OECD. We also work with other important groups such as the European Shippers’ Council.
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