Cyrus Katgara, Partner, Jeena & Company shares, “Personally, I have done my DGR course with Air India and I found it very professional. It was not a cakewalk, but had to work hard to qualify DGR examination. If there is anything lacking in our DGR programs, IATA is most welcome to make amendment of ..read more

Afzal Malbarwala, Managing Director, Galaxy Freight shares, “There is a need for skilled manpower in the dangerous goods logistics business be it handling, or transportation among others. Also, Indian DG training institutes should hire skilled and experienced personnel who are qualified and know what they must do well. The institutes must provide practical training not ..read more

Satish Lakkaraju, CEO, Nexgen Logistics, Garudavega says, “There have been various changes in the Dangerous Goods Regulations and training of the employees in the recent past and the air cargo industry has been struggling for a clarification from the various authorities on the same.  DGCA, the nodal body for the same must specify the requirements ..read more

Radharaman Panicker, MD, Dangerous Goods Management India says, “The training school offering DG course for air transport needs to be approved by Director General of Civil Aviation, Government of India according to the civil aviation requirement (CAR) on training issued by the competent authority. Further it is mandatory for everyone involved in the transportation of ..read more

Sushant Nigam, Executive Director, ACAAI shares, “The International Air Transport Association (IATA) now desires to get a letter from the DG Training Centre along with DG Training qualification certificate mentioning about its approval by the competent authority of India, DGCA. Such duplication is avoidable as both documents would contain same contents to be issued by ..read more

From over the last one month, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has been rejecting the DGCA approved Dangerous Goods Certificates presented by Indian cargo agents to transport goods internationally, stating that it doesn’t meet the criteria established by the regulatory authority responsible for DG in specified country. It is affecting the trade notably. Addressing the concern, Radharaman Panicker, MD, Dangerous Goods Management India in an exclusive chat says, “The cargo agents who deal in DG in India are approved by DGCA and therefore we are valid, we have a law in the coun ..read more

Abhishek Goyal, Executive Director, Aeroprime Group shares his feedback on the budget, “We are highly encouraged by the 2024 budget’s focus on enhancing domestic tourism through improved infrastructure and connectivity. These reforms are poised to revitalize the cargo and logistics sector. This initiative aligns perfectly with our commitment to driving growth and innovation in the aviation and logistics industries. We look forward to the positive ripple effects this will have on the economy and our industry.”   ..read more

DP World has received the prestigious AEO-LO (Authorised Economic Operator for Logistic & Terminal Operators) certification. The certification, under the aegis of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards, is awarded to companies whose operations strengthen global supply chain security and facilitate movement of legitimate goods. In today’s volatile environment of global trade, this certification will underline and enhance DP World’s credentials as a reliable and secure logistics provider with deep expertise in ensuring efficient cross-border trade. The AEO-LO certi ..read more

UK freighter operator One Air has plans to double its fleet to four aircraft by the end of 2025. The carrier, which was launched a year ago, currently operates two converted Boeing 747 freighters and will add a third 747 aircraft, with nose-loading capabilities, by the end of August.  Chris Hope, COO, One Air said in a statement, “The first year of operations for a new airline can be a voyage of discovery. I am delighted to say that at One Air, our first 12 months have seen steady growth as we lay the foundations for our long-term ambitions. We greatly appreciate our global sales agency ..read more

Geodis has attained the Transported Asset Protection Association Trucking Security Requirements (TAPA TSR) 2023 Level 1 Standard for the Geodis Road Network fleet covering Singapore and Malaysia. This certification is a first in the international freight forwarding industry for cross-border road freight between Singapore and Malaysia, enhancing GEODIS’ reputation as an industry leader committed to the highest standards of freight security and reliability. The TSR Level 1 is the highest level of certification granted by TAPA and validates GEODIS’ adherence to rigorous standards in the transpor ..read more