CLDA continues to work closely with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and our industry partners to advance practical improvements to the security framework governing the air cargo supply chain. Led by CLDA President-Elect Ralph Perrothers, CLDA’s efforts include ongoing collaboration with senior TSA leadership, congressional outreach, and coalition partners including the Airforwarders Association (AfA), TEANA, ECA, TIA, and AEMCA.
These discussions are focused on modernizing regulations while maintaining the high security standards that protect the nation’s air cargo system.
Current initiatives include:
- Modernizing the Authorized Representative (AR) program.
- Reducing unnecessary duplicative documentation and manual processes.
- Supporting secure digital documentation and identity verification.
- Improving first-mile chain-of-custody visibility and accountability.
- Developing technology-neutral solutions that strengthen both security and operational efficiency.
We are encouraged by the level of engagement from TSA and our industry partners and will continue advocating for practical, industry-driven solutions that enhance security while reducing unnecessary administrative burdens for compliant companies.
CLDA remains committed to ensuring the voice of the customized logistics industry is represented as these important initiatives continue to move forward. Additional updates will be shared as progress is made.
