Freight forwarders are an integral part of a sector that successfully transports goods worth $5.3 trillion every year. We are working for greater efficiency for all partners in this crucial business.
Action Air Cargo: COVID-19
Find out all instructions and best practices for handling cargo during the COVID-19 crisis
Become an IATA Cargo Agent
Become an IATA Cargo Agent and get industry recognition, in addition to joining the distribution network of IATA member airlines. As an IATA agent, you can join the Cargo Account Settlement Systems (CASS) at no cost.
More information on agency programs for Cargo Agents
Have a read at our CASS Service Charter (online), outlining services rendered and commitments to be expected by cargo agents from IATA.
If you are already an IATA agent and need support
Please contact us through our customer portal for questions related to your accreditation contract, CASS or CASSlink.
CargoLink - Directory of supply chain professionals
All CASS participants are automatically included in this directory of 20,000 supply chain professionals.
Get premium CargoLink membership.
Safety & security
- Safety: Lithium Battery resources
- Consignment Security Declaration
Help shape tomorrow's cargo business
Several programs promote greater efficiency in the air cargo supply chain:
- Transportation of Dangerous goods/hazardous materials, live animals and perishables & pharma
- Join the 6 projects to transform air cargo:
- Freight forwarders, adopt our new eAWBLink industry tool and join the digital cargo community
- Sign up for Cargo iQ
Cargo Intelligence
At IATA, our objective is to help you succeed. When you select IATA, you benefit from our global view and the strategic role we play in the aviation industry. We’ve been the trusted trade association for the world’s airlines for nearly 80 years, but did you know that we support many other key areas of aviation activity such as freight forwarders?
Our comprehensive suite of internationally recognized products and services reflect the changing needs of the aviation industry.
