The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has appointed Mammen Tharakan as its next Director General. He will officially take over the role in August 2026, succeeding Glyn Hughes, who has led the association since 2021. Tharakan was unanimously selected by the TIACA Executive Committee and Board of Directors following a global search. He brings more than 25 years of international experience in aviation and air cargo, with expertise spanning airports, airlines, ground ha

TIACA has welcomed CargoCrew to its global air cargo network, marking a new step in strengthening collaboration across the industry. CargoCrew, a trusted GSA and logistics partner, offers a wide range of services, including air freight, ground transportation, storage, and specialised cargo solutions. Its experience and international reach are expected to bring valuable expertise to TIACA’s growing community. “TIACA gives us a platform to learn, contribute, and elevate the air

TIACA has crossed the 500-member mark, highlighting its expanding role in connecting and representing the global air cargo industry. Members now include airlines, airports, freight forwarders, ground handlers, shippers, logistics providers, technology innovators, drone operators, suppliers, and government agencies from across the world. This milestone reflects the industry’s recognition of TIACA as a unifying voice for collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in air ca