Air Canada, the national flag carrier of Canada, announced that it has achieved the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Lithium Batteries certification. This certification is for shipments with Air Canada Cargo. This development helps Air Canada improve its specialised cargo capacities and highlights it commitment to safety standards as well as operational success.
CEIV Lithium Batteries certification by IATA
With the certification of CEIV Lithium Batteries by IATA, Air Canada has demonstrated its commitment to global standards for safe handling and effective transport. As more of the global air cargo market is shaped by demand from industries like consumer electronics, electric vehicles, energy storage and medical technology, achieving the certification reflects an important milestone for Air Canada Cargo. This development translates into more consumer confidence for the airline as the IATA certification adds value and prestige to the airline.
To achieve certification, Air Canada underwent a systemic review of its cargo policy as well as an IATA audit of its documented operations and processes. This has involved an on-site overview of its Montreal (YUL) cargo hub. As part of the certification process, dangerous goods specialists focusing on cargo operations and transformation management processed the lithium battery training requirements deemed necessary by IATA.
So far, the certification applies to commercial cargo rather than civilian aviation regarding travel with lithium batteries.
Air Canada’s success
Air Canada has focused on cargo and regulated commodities throughout its organisation. As Canada’s national flag carrier, Air Canada has achieved success by flying to over 450 global destinations and combining internationalism with a long-term commitment to customer service and safety standards.
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