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Foreign airlines react to sudden new US rule tightening air cargo security
29 Aug, 2024

Foreign airlines are said to have reacted strongly to an emergency security change to US Customs regulations on airfreight, at least one carrier reportedly suspending cargo services as it seeks more clarity on the sudden additional requirement.

According to sources, an emergency amendment – with restricted access – has been passed by the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requiring carriers to submit additional details of shippers and consignees to the US Customs and Border Protection agency.

The new requirement became effective on 21 August, with one source describing its sudden implementation as a “shitshow”.

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