Purpose

Strategic Partners in the Unit Load Devices (ULD) Area of Involvement will have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how best to serve the industry on activities pertaining to ULD specifications, handling, restraint, and maintenance, as well as training requirements.

Unit Load Devices Strategic Partnerships Summary

The Unit Load Devices (ULD) Area of Involvement is focused on various aspects of ULD operations, including ULD implementation, warehouse facility management and cargo loading handling. ULDOAG and ULDTAG.

Benefits

  • Contribute to ULDB standard development activities through meeting participation. Promote solutions related to the IATA ULD Regulations
  • Support the development and promulgation of the IATA Standard ULD Training Programs. Network with standards organizations such as ISO and SAE, as well as civil aviation authorities including CAAC, EASA, and FAA
  • Support the implementation of IATA ONE Record in ULD tracking. Receive industry notifications on a broad spectrum of areas including Customs and Security requirements, Cargo Safety and Operations standards, development in Cargo EDI messaging specifications, Cargo Tracker, etc.
  • ULD Strategic Partners with a Cargolink Subscription receive a complimentary premium listing in IATA's Cargolink, the cargo supply chain's most comprehensive online business directory
  • Benefit from preferential Strategic Partner rates to attend IATA’s key annual events including the IATA World Cargo Symposium, Cargo Experts Conference and CNS Conference  
  • Have your company featured in the IATA Strategic Partnerships online directory
  • Gain visibility by contributing to the quarterly Strategic Partnerships Newsletter, distributed to more than 14,000 aviation stakeholders
  • Use the exclusive IATA Strategic Partner Recognition Stamp (logo)
  • Secure priority booth locations and enhanced placement opportunities at IATA Events, ensuring maximum exposure to airline executives and industry leaders
  • Access opportunities to join panel discussions and deliver presentations at IATA Events, positioning your company as a contributor to the air transport industry (subject to availability)
  • Enjoy discounts across a broad range of IATA products and services, including IATA Training courses, publications, and selected advertising channels.

> More information is available on the Strategic Partnerships Program Benefits page.

Activities

 

Access to meetings and working groups are subject to individual group terms of reference.

ULD Board (ULDB)

The ULD Board normally holds two face-to-face meetings and regular web conferences annually. Members of this area of involvement may participate in both the face-to-face meetings and web conferences provided that the Secretary is notified in advance.The ULD Technical Advisory Group (ULDTAG) and ULD Operational Advisory Group (ULDOAG) provide recommendations to the ULDB:

ULD Operational Advisory Group (ULDOAG)
The ULD Operational Advisory Group (ULDOAG) is established as a permanent ULD Board (ULDB) subgroup. The objectives of the ULDOAG are to provide operational recommendations to the ULDB on the IATA Industry Standards, Resolutions, and Recommended Practices relating to all aspects of ULD / accessories handling and operations including ULD training and audit requirements to ensure the superior performance of ULD in providing safe, secure, efficient cargo, mail, and baggage transportation.

The ULDOAG shall consist of not more than 20 members representing their area of expertise in all aspects of ULD handling and operations, as well as training and audit programs. The group shall ideally include stakeholders from airlines, ground service providers, freight forwarders, airports, invited CAA representatives, and other key stakeholders, including members of the IATA Strategic Partnerships Program in the ULD Area. The ULDOAG attends the ULDB face-to-face meetings and web conferences; the ULDOAG may hold its own web conferences if deemed necessary.

ULD Technical Advisory Group (ULDTAG)
The ULD Technical Advisory Group (ULDTAG) is established as a permanent ULD Board (ULDB) subgroup. The objectives of the ULDTAG are to provide technical recommendations to the ULDB on the development of technical standards, as well as clarification on the regulatory requirements for ULD / accessories to facilitate airworthiness and flight safety compliance.

The ULDTAG shall consist of not more than 20 members from airline ULD engineers, ISO / SAE representatives, invited CAA representatives responsible for ULD / accessories TSO certification requirements, as well as other key stakeholders including members of the IATA Strategic Partnerships Program in the ULD Area ideally from manufacturers of aircraft, ULD / Accessories, Temperature Controlled Container (TCC), Fire Containment Cover (FCC) / Fire Resistant Container (FRC), Cargo Loading System (CLS) and ULD repair stations. The ULDTAG attends the ULDB face-to-face meetings and web conferences.

Focus Areas

  • ULD Operational and Technical requirements
  • ULD Asset Management / ULD Control
  • Warehouse Facility Management
  • ULD Handling
  • ULD Regulatory Requirements

Designed for

  • ULD and ULD accessories manufacturers
  • Cargo Loading System manufacturers
  • Aircraft manufacturers
  • ULD leasing/pooling/tracking service providers
  • ULD maintenance and repair organizations
  • Ground Support Equipment manufacturers
  • Warehouse facility providers
  • IT System providers