IATA, ICAO extend cooperation for dangerous goods shipments

The International Air Transport Association(IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have extended their long-standing cooperation on setting and implementing global standards for the safe carriage of dangerous goods by air. An agreement to this effect was concluded at the IATA executive offices in Geneva during a visit by Juan Carlos Salazar, Secretary General, ICAO, according to a release from IATA. A greater collaboration between the two organisations was also discussed during the visit, the release added.

“The safe carriage of dangerous goods has become common practice, thanks to the strict adherence to global standards and guidelines. Today’s agreement ensures that dangerous goods will continue to be handled according to the highest globally applicable standards. To this effect, IATA will continue its advocacy work with key stakeholders to maintain a globally aligned, and practically focused approach to the regulated transport of dangerous goods. This will lead to more efficient and robust supply chains whilst upholding aviation’s number one priority of safety,” said Willie Walsh, Director General, IATA.