The International Air Cargo Association’s leadership team is rolling out a new vision for the association, consisting of more training and consultancy projects, a new visual identity and a reinvigorated value proposition for members.

According to TIACA, the new focus will ensure a forward-looking approach to representing, supporting and informing every element of an efficient, modern and unified air cargo industry.

The association will work closely with other organizations and government bodies, building on recent partnerships with associations in Africa, Latin America, North America and Asia.

In addition, TIACA will set up clusters of members representing the different sectors of the industry such as airlines, airports and ground handling agencies. These clusters will concentrate on issues specific to their interests and challenges to develop solutions beneficial to the entire industry.

“TIACA is the only association representing all parts of the air cargo supply chain, and we have a 28-year history of championing our industry and supporting the development of talent and best practice,” said Sebastiaan Scholte, chairman of TIACA and chief executive officer of Jan de Rijk Logistics. “The logistics landscape is rapidly evolving and disruptive business practices are challenging us to innovate; there has never been a more relevant time for TIACA to take the lead.”

The new vision was developed by a think-tank of industry experts, set up by TIACA’s leadership team and including Ram Menen, one of the founding members of the association and president and chairman of the board between 1995 and 1996.

“The dynamics of air cargo have had a major makeover the past years,” said Menen. “In keeping with this evolution, it is important for TIACA to stay relevant and show leadership in catalyzing the change needed to embrace the new norm. The association has a proud history of supporting our industry and demonstrating thought leadership and, with this new vision, we are paving the way for a strong future for air freight.”

As part of the new strategy, TIACA is developing a new logo and new website, both of which will be launched later this year. Further consultancy and training programmes will create a pool of qualified consultants and principles to provide the necessary expertise for the ongoing development of the industry.

“TIACA members are already benefitting from our new agreements with associations in Latin America, Africa, North America and Asia, and we will focus on further developing these ties,” said Vladimir Zubkov, secretary general of TIACA. “TIACA’s new focus will ensure the association continues to be proactive in the development of a sustainable and innovative air cargo industry.”