Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

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About the course

3-day (12 hours) LIVE virtual classroom course

IATA Air Cargo Business Processes, Electronic Messaging and Pre-Load Data Filing aviation training course

Enhance your understanding of the entire global logistics supply to support your compliance efforts regarding the Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI). PLACI comprises regulatory requirements that are increasingly deployed by national customs and aviation security authorities in line with international standards set by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Identify the appropriate changes in business processes and the appropriate messaging standards (Cargo-XML) that will facilitate your company in adopting the new standards with optimum data quality
 

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Course Code: CGC034VCEN01

Course format

  • The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
  • The course will take you approximately 12 hours to complete and be held over 3 consecutive days.
  • There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions per day, each session will be 120 minutes.
  • The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
  • Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

Please verify your hardware, software and network to support your upcoming course with IATA Training.

Prerequisites

  • You should have prior knowledge of Air Cargo Procedures.
  • Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
  • The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

You can find the exact schedule of each class when you click the ‘Register’ button.

Next class

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online EMEA (IATA)
21 - 23 April, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4440841 English
USD 1,890
USD 2,430
Regular*
USD 2,700

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Americas (IATA)
5 - 7 May, 2026
USD100 Early Bird | Register by Apr 14, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4440889 English
USD 1,790
USD 2,330
Regular*
USD 2,600

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Asia (IATA)
20 - 22 May, 2026
USD100 Early Bird | Register by Apr 29, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4440934 English
USD 1,790
USD 2,330
Regular*
USD 2,600

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Americas (IATA)
7 - 9 July, 2026
20% Early Bird | Register by Apr 07, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4440987 English
USD 1,512
USD 1,944
Regular*
USD 2,160

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Asia (IATA)
22 - 24 July, 2026
20% Early Bird | Register by Apr 22, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4441035 English
USD 1,512
USD 1,944
Regular*
USD 2,160

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online EMEA (IATA)
11 - 13 August, 2026
20% Early Bird | Register by May 12, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4441122 English
USD 1,512
USD 1,944
Regular*
USD 2,160

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Americas (IATA)
6 - 8 October, 2026
25% Early Bird | Register by Apr 07, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4441167 English
USD 1,418
USD 1,823
Regular*
USD 2,025

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online Asia (IATA)
21 - 23 October, 2026
25% Early Bird | Register by Apr 22, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4441212 English
USD 1,418
USD 1,823
Regular*
USD 2,025

Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI)

Online EMEA (IATA)
10 - 12 November, 2026
25% Early Bird | Register by May 12, 2026
Prices before tax | Class no: 4441338 English
USD 1,418
USD 1,823
Regular*
USD 2,025

What you will learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder in the global supply chain industry
  • Recognize the cargo business processes and associated electronic messages applicable to your organization
  • Explain the basis and benefits of PLACI for the whole industry, particularly for your organization
  • Interpret the requirements of each PLACI country and their applicable standards
  • Schedule a proposed implementation timeframe
  • Identify the new PLACI messaging standards
  • Identify PLACI implementation strategy and the associated challenges

    Course content

    The key topics that are covered during this course include:PLACI and its impact on the Air Cargo industry globally

    • Principles and recommendations for PLACI
    • PLACI business processes and requirements
    • PLACI different programs and their specific requirements

    Supporting materials

    Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of the latest IATA Standard Procedures for Preloading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) Manual in e-book format for the duration of the course. It is an indispensable field publication that you will refer to throughout this course.

    Who should attend

    This course is recommended for:

    • Airlines and GSAs
    • Customs and regulators
    • Ground Handlers
    • Freight Forwarders filing on behalf of the operators
    • Entrant cargo and mail IT solutions providers
    • Airport Authorities involved in cargo community systems
    • Individuals and teams involved in the following activities will benefit from this course: compliance in operations security, global logistics and customs, trade facilitation, quality and business improvement, digital cargo and automation, and e-commerce projects, cargo IT systems and data management.

    Certificate awarded

    An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.