Additional air freight security rules have recently been introduced by authorities in the US, Canada and Australia in response to increased concerns about safety following incidents involving incendiary devices in European parcel networks. These new measures target air freight shipments primarily originating from Europe and central Asia.
In the US, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented stricter screening requirements, requiring more detailed information about shippers and consignees. Cargo with unclear descriptions will not be accepted. Similarly, Transport Canada now requires cargo to be accepted only from shippers with an established business relationship with airlines or their agents. Australia’s rules also stipulate that air freight on passenger aircraft from 55 countries must originate from known shippers.
These measures are expected to have an impact global supply chains, potentially leading to delays and increased costs. Some carriers have temporarily embargoed cargo on affected routes due to difficulties in meeting the new requirements.
The rules became effective as of late September/early October.
