ECHA becomes an IATA Strategic Partner

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ECHA are pleased to announce that they have become an IATA Strategic Partner for 2008. ECHA have had a key role in IATA’s Technical Fuels Group, for over 7 years assisting in developing Guidance Material and training materials on Microbial Contamination in Aircraft Fuel Tanks. ECHA have decided to formalise this relationship so we can continue to offer our technical expertise in developing best industry practice working with airlines, aircraft manufacturers and fuel suppliers.

IATA, the International Air Transport Association, is the internationally recognised trade association representing 95% of scheduled airline traffic. Originally founded in 1919, IATA brings together approximately 280 airlines, including the world's largest. Its mission is to represent and to serve the airline industry. The association is the primary industry forum through which Member airlines and their Partners develop global aviation standards. IATA is responsible for developing and shaping policies and practice for the conduct of air transport services within the international regulatory framework.

Learn more about IATA by visiting www.iata.org

IATA Strategic Partners are suppliers and service providers of the air transport industry who, as members of the IATA Strategic Partnerships, interact with IATA and its Member airlines in the development of industry solutions. As invaluable contributors to the industry, IATA Strategic Partners are involved in a wide-range of sectors throughout the industry. Through their membership in the programme, Partners are active in IATA committees and working groups, as well as in various IATA initiatives. As a result, this synergy has manifested itself in winning solutions for airlines and suppliers alike.

IATA Strategic Partners... Bringing solutions to industry challenges
To learn more about the IATA Partners and the Strategic Partnerships, visit our Web site at www.iata.org/sp