The Airforwarders Association (AfA) noted the launch of the Miami Air Cargo Association (MACA) and said it plans to work with the new group on issues affecting the air cargo community at Miami International Airport.

AfA executive director Brandon Fried spoke at the MACA launch and said the two organizations would focus on practical concerns such as truck congestion, infrastructure efficiency, and day‑to‑day operational challenges.

"The Miami Air Cargo Association provides an important new platform for collaboration at one of the United States' busiest cargo gateways," Fried said.

"Working together, we will press for solutions to tackle truck congestion and stand up for the day-to-day operational needs of freight forwarders."

The MACA has been established as a 501-C non-profit organization with full bylaws and an appointed Board of Directors, and aims to strengthen engagement across the local cargo community.

Warren Jones, president and director, Miami Air Cargo Association, said the creation of the Miami Air Cargo Association gives our local industry a focused platform to connect, collaborate, and give back.

"We appreciate the Airforwarders Association's willingness to partner with us on issues that directly affect day to day operations at Miami International Airport, and look forward to working with them," he added.

The MACA plans a program of five industry lunches in 2026, alongside a fall golf outing, a year-end holiday event, charitable initiatives, and the development of a scholarship program for members.

The MACA Board of Directors includes Warren Jones of Alliance Ground International; Richard Garcia of Sterling Transportation; Patrizia Harmeier of Swissport; Gizelle Sarmento of Cargo Solutions Network; Dimitrios Nairs from the Miami‑Dade Aviation Department; and cargo consultant Christine Richards.