IATA e-freight at Vienna Airport
Vienna International Airport is the first airport in Austria to launch the IATA’s e-freight (International Air Transport Association) in order to streamline its supply chain to air cargo.
IATA e-freight is an industry wide initiative began this year in April and is operational already in 27 countries. Lufthansa Cargo and Emirates Sky Cargo which leds this e-freight, involves freight forwarders, shippers, ground handlers, carriers and custom authorities.
IATA aims at implementing further e-freight operations in 44 countries which needs to have appropriate international treaties and customs framework, by the end of this year representing the global air freight volumes by more than 80%.
It is a paperless process which not only improves the speed and reliability but also reduces the cost of transportation.
Airport Info: Vienna International Airport, set 10 miles southeast of Central Vienna, is the biggest and busiest airport in Austria. Being a hub for the Austrian airlines, the airport is capable of handling millions of passengers every year. The airport is equipped with 2 terminal buildings and has many car parking options suitable for both long and short terms while offering price discounts. It provides with many facilities ranging from shopping and dining to medical and disabled services. Several car hire companies represented at the airport includes Europcar, Budget, Avis, SIXT, ATL and Hertz, offering cheap car hires.