TIACA strengthens cooperation with ACI
Primary objective of the MoU is to improve overall level of safety, efficiency and sustainability of cargo operations
(From left): Luis Felipe de Oliveira, Director General and CEO, ACI World and Glyn Hughes, Director General, TIACA.
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Airports Council International (ACI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation for the benefit of each of the association's members and the industry.
"The primary objective of the MoU is to improve the overall level of safety, efficiency and sustainability of cargo operations within the airport ecosystem for the benefit of the aviation industry and its related stakeholders," says a release from TIACA.
Key points of the MoU focus on:
*Development of joint advocacy programmes in the context of ICAO events, aimed at facilitating the sustainable growth and development of the aviation industry with a focus on cargo;
*Cooperation in the establishment of joint programmes or mutual support of industry initiatives, in particular in the domains of aviation workforce and social sustainability;
*Mutual support for and collaboration across actions and initiatives aiming to achieve the industry agreed goal of net-zero 2050; and
*Collaborating on the establishment of relevant industry guidance material and technical recommendations on topics of use for the respective memberships.
“TIACA's aim is to unite air cargo, and coming together with key organisations like ACI is just one of the ways we are actively doing this," says Steven Polmans, Chair, TIACA. "By coming together on key items, we are working together to support the industry in its sustainable growth and development, while ensuring the most efficient and safe operation possible.”
Luis Felipe de Oliveira, Director General and CEO, ACI World adds: "Efficient and sustainable cargo operations at airports are crucial to the global economy and the well-being of communities worldwide. We are pleased to be strengthening cooperation with TIACA to improve the overall levels of safety, efficiency, and sustainability of cargo operations. Through joint advocacy, programmes and initiatives, our collective efforts will contribute to a more efficient aviation ecosystem for all.”
Glyn Hughes, Director General, TIACA says: "Cooperation with organisations like ACI is essential to the mission of our association. It allows both bodies to better serve their members and the industry. We are excited to get to work and create strong synergies between the two organisations, particularly in the area of sustainability."
