The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Air Cargo Forum India (ACFI) signed an MoU during the ACFI Annual Conclave 2025.
The primary objective of the MoU is to strengthen co-operation between TIACA and ACFI in promoting the role of aviation, specifically air cargo, in economic and social development within India and the broader region.
Key points of this agreement include safety collaboration, capacity building and efficiency, policy advocacy, supply chain safety and sustainability/ESG.
It also includes BlueSky Program access, training library access, climate action platform, knowledge exchange, cargo service quality (CSQ) and event/conference collaboration.
TIACA chair Steven Polmans said: “This MoU marks a significant step in fostering closer collaboration between TIACA and ACFI, reflecting our shared commitment to driving innovation, sustainability and resilience in the air cargo industry.
“By combining our strengths, we aim to elevate India’s role in the global supply chain and support broader economic and social development across the region.”
Sanjiv Edward, president of ACFI, said: “ACFI is a distinctive nationwide forum representing entire air cargo logistics/supply chain industry which has been partnering in progress with industry and government with strong national and international linkages for propelling progress, harmony and integrated development and economic prosperity of the Indian economy.”
Glyn Hughes, director general of TIACA, added: “We are delighted to partner with ACFI through this MoU, which underscores our mutual dedication to advancing air cargo’s critical role in economic growth and community development.
“This collaboration will enable greater knowledge sharing, support capacity building, and accelerate progress on key initiatives like sustainability, safety and digital transformation.”