Hyderabad, 06 December 2024: GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC) announced that it has secured the prestigious Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) certification. This achievement underscores GHAC’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security in its operations and enhancing the security of the global supply chain.
CTPAT, a voluntary program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is designed to strengthen the security of international trade by establishing a partnership between U.S. Customs and the trade community. This certification recognizes companies that have implemented stringent security practices and procedures to safeguard the supply chain against terrorism and other threats. CTPAT-certified partners work with CBP to identify and address security vulnerabilities, implementing best practices in supply chain security.
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Security Commitment: GHAC’s CTPAT certification is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to maintaining robust security protocols and continuously improving its risk management strategies to protect the integrity of global trade.
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Reduced Inspections and Faster Customs Processing: As a CTPAT-certified facility, GHAC can expect fewer physical inspections and expedited processing times for goods traveling to the U.S. This streamlined process enhances efficiency and ensures that shipments are handled more swiftly, benefiting both GHAC and its customers.
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Enhanced Global Reputation: The certification raises GHAC’s profile in the international supply chain community as a trusted and secure cargo handling entity. It reinforces GHAC’s standing as a leading provider of secure, efficient, and reliable air cargo services.
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Access to Best Practices and Industry Insights: GHAC will now has access to valuable resources and best practices from CBP, which will help further strengthen its operational security standards. This partnership ensures GHAC remains at the forefront of air cargo security, consistently meeting and exceeding industry requirements.
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Partnership and Networking Opportunities: Being part of CTPAT provides GHAC with unique networking opportunities, facilitating relationships with other CTPAT-certified partners globally. These connections will create new business opportunities and foster collaborations across the international logistics and supply chain ecosystem.
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Business Growth: The CTPAT certification also opens up new opportunities for GHAC to expand its services to key markets, particularly the United States, where CTPAT-certified facilities are recognized as trusted partners in global trade.
Expressing delight on the certification, Mr. Pradeep Panicker, CEO – GHIAL said “The certification from CTPAT is a significant milestone for GHAC. This certification not only strengthens our security framework but also reinforces our commitment to providing world-class cargo services that meet the highest global standards. We look forward to continuing our work in creating a safe and efficient air cargo environment for our customers and partners.”
This certification will not only bolster GHAC’s security measures but also make it a preferred partner for clients prioritizing security, efficiency, and compliance in their supply chain operations.
GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC) continues to lead in operational excellence with significant infrastructure advancements and certifications. Recently, GHAC enhanced its temperature-sensitive cargo handling with dedicated zones for perishable, frozen, and temperature-controlled shipments, including a Superstore for vaccines and Cooltainer storage.
The introduction of the Air Cargo Community System (ACS) has streamlined operations, driving digitalization and process efficiency. GHAC is ranked 1st in imports and 2nd in exports for the 2nd time in row in the National Time Release Study by Customs , demonstrating its efficiency in cargo clearance. As a WHO-GDP, IATA-ISAGO, and TAPA FSR-certified facility and CTPAT, GHAC is expanding with plans to increase its foot print with new enhanced infrastructure, positioning Hyderabad as a key transhipment hub in India’s growing air cargo sector.