Session4. Air cargo security

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "Session4. Air cargo security"

Helen Hill
5 years ago
Views:

1 Session4 Air cargo security 5

2 Air Cargo Security Aviation Security and support to international trade: a Challenge for Regulators in Europe ACI ICAO Regional Conference on Aviation Security Dakar - Senegal, 8 10 April 2014 Transport Francesco Faiulo Unit A.2 - Aviation Security European Commission DG Mobility and Transport

3 What are the main policy goals for aviation security in the EU? Objectives: To protect civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference To provide the basis for a common interpretation of Annex 17 on Security to the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation That is achieved by establishing: Common rules, standards and detailed implementing measures for aviation security Compliance monitoring EU legislation mandates common aviation security rules and standards across the whole European Union and so permits One Stop Security within the EU/EEA area Dakar ( 2 Transport

4 Air cargo principles in the European Union All air cargo and mail must either be screened, or come from a secure supply chain (regulated agent, known consignor, account consignor) before being loaded onto an aircraft that leaves the EU, irrespective of what kind of aircraft (passenger or all-cargo/allmail) 3 Transport

5 The international dimension of air cargo Challenges in regulating aviation security at international level ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices and compliance therewith Vulnerability of cargo sector and incidents in 2010 International actions to strengthen air cargo security Commitment of the European Union Establishment of a more robust, sustainable and secure global cargo regime 4 Transport

6 The EU Joint Plan on air cargo security Security of in-bound cargo to be strengthened Cooperation and coordination between EU Commission services (MOVE-TAXUD-HOME): The ACC3 programme (Air Cargo or Mail carrier operating into the Union from a Third Country Airport) The alignment of AEO/RAKC programmes The development of an advance cargo information system Capacity building, assistance and cooperation Coordination between intelligence and internal affairs administrations 5 Transport

7 The ACC3 regime (1 st Phase) 1 February All air carriers carrying cargo or mail from a non-eu country to the EU: Must be registered (designated) as an 'Air Cargo or Mail Carrier operating into the Union from a Third Country Airport' (ACC3) by an EU Member State - based on a valid security programme; and - a Declaration of commitments Are responsible for ensuring that all cargo or mail is screened or comes from a secure supply chain before loaded on a plane bound to the EU - applies to both passenger and all-cargo/mail carriers 6 Transport

8 The ACC3 regime (2 nd Phase) 1 July All air carriers carrying cargo or mail from a non-eu country to the EU: Must be (re)designated as ACC3 based on EU aviation security validation performed by EU aviation security validator - Examination of the air carrier's security programme - On-site verification of implementation of aviation security measures Must ensure application of EU screening standards, when cargo or mail is screened Entities part of the secure supply chain of the air carrier shall be subject to EU aviation security validation 7 Transport

9 (Re)designation of air carriers and cargo entities in the supply chain Designation of air carriers as ACC3 is based on EU aviation security validation Examination of the air carrier's (or entity) security programme On-site verification of implementation of aviation security measures performed by an EU aviation security validator 8 Transport

10 International Cooperation and ACC3 - Promoting the ACC3 programme at international level so to ensure and to facilitate the implementation of ICAO SARPs through the ACC3 mechanism - opportunity to contribute to a more robust, sustainable and secure global cargo/mail regime, linking the supply chain regimes in place - ICAO leadership 9 Transport

11 Alignment of AEO and RA/KC programmes To harmonize regulations while improving the level of security EU Customs and avsec regulations found to be equivalent to large extent Good cooperation between EU and national customs and avsec experts Legal proposal to recognize other party's examinations / verifications and ensure exchange of data 10 Transport

12 Advance cargo information Set up an EU system for the exchange of advance cargo information - PRECISE For customs and aviation security purposes Makes use of customs information channels Risk analysis based on information submitted 11 Transport

13 International Actions and Cooperation - 1 Europe Africa common interest ECAC (European Civil Aviation Conference) security cooperation e.g. with WAEMU Euromed - Aviation regional project European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) 12 Transport

14 International Actions and Cooperation - 2 The ASACA (Support Project to strengthening civil aviation security in Africa) "Improvement of Aviation Security in Africa" project Trans-regional assistance project for stability th EU Development Fund for East-African Community 13 Transport

15 International Actions and Cooperation - 3 AFCAC European Union agreed cooperation Common strategic objectives and commitments AFCAC-EU Joint Workshop on Air Cargo Security 14 Transport

16 Importance of cooperation and support to trade Permanent and continuous dialogue with industry Consultation Sharing of information Facilitation for industry and regulators Harmonized procedures Harmonized monitoring activities Less costs Improve security Focus on necessary measures 15 Transport

17 Thank you 16 Transport

18 Kenya Airports Authority Presentation on AIR CARGO SECURITY: AN AFRICAN AIRPORT EXPERIENCE Presented at the Airports Council International Conference Venue: King Fahd Palace, Dakar, Senegal 9 th April 2014 By William K. Simbah Commercial Manager-Cargo Kenya Airport Authority 1

19 Contents Subject: Air Cargo Security: An African Airport Experience 1. Introduction 2. Business Policy of KAA 3. Map of Kenya 4. Air Cargo Business Model 5. Air Cargo Security Processes at JKIA 6. Air Cargo Experience at JKIA 7. Conclusion 2

20 AIR CARGO SECURITY: AN AFRICAN AIRPORT EXPERIENCE: 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Kenya Airports Authority is a state cooperation established under an Act of Parliament, the Kenya Airports Authority Act Cap 395, laws of Kenya which came into force on 31 st May Role To provide Aviation Facilities, Infrastructure and Services to support National Economic Growth and Social Progress including Cultural Development and Global Accessibility. Mandate: To Develop, Maintain and Manage Aerodromes. 3

21 2.0 BUSINESS POLICY OF KENYA AIRPORTS AUTHORITY Vision: Globally competitive airport facilities and services. Mission: To provide efficient and effective airport facilities and services in a sustainable environment. Core Values: Customer focus, Team spirit, Integrity, Professionalism, Good governance and Innovation. 4

Airport Key local airports Wilson Airport Malindi Airport Lamu (Manda) Ukunda, Kitale,

22 3.0 MAP OF KENYA & AIRPORTS MANAGED BY KAA International Airports Jomo Kenyatta Int. Airport Moi Int. Airport Eldoret Int. Airport and Kisumu Int. Airport Key local airports Wilson Airport Malindi Airport Lamu (Manda) Ukunda, Kitale, Kakamega and Lokichoggio Airport Airstrips About 150 which are developed and maintained through direct government funding. 5

23 4.0 AIR CARGO BUSINESS MODEL AT KAA The Authority s Air Cargo business is operated through a model that engages the private sector in what is referred to as Public Private Partnerships. 5 Transit sheds/warehouses 5 Ramp Handlers 16 Specialized Freight Area Operators Note: 2 Transit Sheds/Warehouses and another 2 Specialized Freight Area operators have already been validated as RA3 compliant. Others are in the process. Air cargo handling capacity is approximately 1 mill tons/year Current capacity utilization 300,000 tons annually. 6

24 CARGO THROUGHPUT - JKIA Cargo Throughput-JKIA , , ,0 Tons , ,0 - Imports Exports Category 7

25 5.0 AIR CARGO SECURITY AT JKIA i) Cargo Security Principles This is provided under the General Security Program of the Authority. Since air cargo demands specific measures and procedures to protect it from unlawful interference, 4 core principals have been developed to guide the process: - Air cargo is handled from secure premises Air cargo origin must be established i.e. either from a Regulated Agent, Known Consigners or Air Carrier prior to acceptance. All air cargo is subject to appropriate security controls (screening and other means) before being placed on board passenger or cargo aircraft. A consignment of cargo, once security cleared is then protected from interference. 8

26 Air cargo is processed under 2 cargo regimes: - Known Cargo Unknown Cargo The above regimes determine the risk factor and measures to be applied in handling such cargo. Security clearance of air cargo consists of either active procedures to detect devices that may have been either placed into air cargo through screening, or preventive security to stop the devices being placed into air cargo after screening and at all stages thereafter in its handling prior to it being loaded onto aircraft Procedures and measures in place protect cargo from theft, tampering or unauthorized access. 9

27 Cargo acceptance Procedures A B C D E GATE TO TANSIT SHED VEHICLE HANDLIN G AREA CARGO SCREENING AREA TRANSIT SHED/ WAREHOUSE AIRSIDE 10

28 A. Gate to Transit Shed Security agents receive consignment. Identity verification of drivers and occupants as well as preliminary checking of vehicle against Tampering, seals and documentation. Appropriate controls are applied if cargo known or unknown. Clearance passes issued against occupants. National I.D. passes to be displayed throughout. Vehicle allowed into holding area. 11

29 B. Vehicle Holding Area Origin of cargo is established if from RA3, KC3 or carrier or High Risk Region. Appropriate security controls applied. Driver and occupants screened through HHMD or pat down. Delivery note handed to cargo receiving officers. Driver directed to cargo screening area. 12

30 C. Cargo Screening Area Random verification of cargo after names of consignees established. Security access may screen entire consignment. Cargo allowed into warehouse. Further cargo and documentation processes continue. 13

31 D. In the Warehouse Unknown cargo is screened 100% through:- Physical Examination/hand search X-ray screening Other approved technical or bio-sensor means Screened cargo is labeled and other security control measures applied to protect it. Security status is then placed to indicate SPX meaning secure for all cargo and mail aircraft. SCO - secure for all cargo and all mail aircraft only SHR - secure for pax, all cargo and all mail aircraft in accordance with high risk requirements. 14

32 D. In the Warehouse CONT. Record of all security screening is kept for minimum of 90 days. Segregation of known cargo from unknown takes place until all cargo is security cleared. Transshipment cargo secured at point of departure is protected against unlawful interference and is treated as known. Exemption procedures must be followed for exempted cargo and the same protected from unlawful interference. Special security measures are taken for dangerous goods in line with ICAO technical instructions for safe transport of dangerous goods by air, Doc and also in line with customer airlines requirement upon obtaining state approval for carriage of DGs and in compliance with contracting state requirement. 15

33 D. In the Warehouse CONT. Various security declarations are made and records kept accordingly up to the time cargo is loaded onto aircraft. All cargo handlers undergo regular training and retraining. 16

34 6.0 AIR CARGO EXPERIENCE AT JKIA Brief Over view Previous processes on Cargo Sec. STRENGTHS a) Quality Control -KRA, Sheds & SFA provided escort. -KAA role minimal till after terror attacks particularly Sept 11. A senior officer has now been seconded to be fully in charge of Cargo Security complete with a support team. Role is to enforce security standards - Gates secured. Cargo is escorted Specialized Freight Area made Secure 17

35 b) Securing the entire supply chain Background identity checks on personnel Vetting through certificate of good conduct from the Police Various cargo security measures en-route Driver not allowed to leave vehicle unattended. No unscheduled stops on the way. Vehicle driven by vetted driver and accompanied by security cleared occupants only. Cargo carrying vehicles have tamper proof seals broken only on arrival at designated shed by security agents or representatives 18

36 c) Security Infrastructure around cargo handling Areas CCTV along perimeter fence, inside warehouse & on cargo apron including vital installations. Harmonization of official accesses to airside through closure of some. E.g. Freight gate. Only air side access allowed is through Transit Sheds. Closure of Airport North Road d) Facilitation Infrastructure - Roads, lights, water & Patrols Sensitization on Aviation Security Support programs - The secure freight program - The Kenya National Electronic Single Window System - The ACC3 validation program 19

37 CHALLENGES a) Terrorism Big threat b) Encroachment of Airport Land Danger of having a big population around airport land. c) Management Support 5 th Wheel Concept Finance d) Cargo Security Challenges Worldwide Pilferage, theft and outright sabotage. 20

38 7. CONCLUSION The biggest threat to air cargo security today remains the personnel who work within the cargo processing chain more than any other weak point. They are the ones who interface with cargo, mail, equipments and the carriers themselves. This world will only be free from threats to air cargo security & attacks only when a mechanism to detect early signs of suspicious conduct and malicious intentions are nipped in the bud. 21

39 -THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION- 22

AIR CARGO SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY

AIR CARGO SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY SECURING WITHOUT SLOWING Presentation by Rajendra N Dhoke, IPS Addl. Commissioner of Security(CA) 1 OBJECTIVES OF CARGO AND MAIL SECURITY Aircraft carrying cargo and mail