A Risk-based, Data-driven Approach to Security: Air Cargo Advance Screening ACAS. Elizabeth Shaver Director Cargo Services

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1 A Risk-based, Data-driven Approach to Security: Air Cargo Advance Screening ACAS Elizabeth Shaver Director Cargo Services 09 AUGUST 2012

2 Air Cargo s Role in the Modern World Air Cargo - a key engine of economic growth 35% of cargo value is transported by air (less than 1% of weight) In 2011, the value of U.S. exports transported by air $424 billion was 117 times the value transported by sea Economic benefit for carriers, airport and surrounding businesses, ground transport and logistics services Cargo revenue supports passenger operations The net profit margin of U.S. carriers fell from 2.2 percent in 2010 to 0.3 percent in 2011; in 2011, 21% of airline revenue was supplied by cargo Expanded routes and accessibility for passenger travel Lower ticket prices

3 Air Cargo s Role in the Modern World Products that travel by air Perishables seafood, fruits and vegetables, flowers Urgent documents Emergency parts AOG Pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and supplies, live human organs for transplant High-value, highly-specialized products electronics, aerospace components Just-in-time logistics

4 Cargo Security: A decade of deepening and widening controls Significant progress in establishing numerous multi-layered security controls Moving from a one-size-fits-all prescriptive rulebook approach to a nimble, intelligent approach that is outcomes-focused, risk-based and responsive to evolving threats provides flexibility so that security is integrated with efficient operational processes; accommodates the needs of different business models

5 CBP Air Automated Manifest System 2002 Trade Act - Required data elements - 4 hours prior to US arrival - Holds/releases - In-bond movement authorizations - Clearances Air AMS Automated Targeting System (ATS) - In-bond system - Automated broker system

6 Cargo Security: A decade of deepening and widening controls CBP/TSA joint testimony to US Senate Homeland Security Committee November 2010: Despite having a robust targeting system and the ability to quickly locate and inspect shipments of concern, the recent air cargo incidents have highlighted the challenges that remain in the air cargo environment." Alan Bersin, Commissioner Customs and Border Protection "Specifically, receiving air cargo manifest data once a plane has already departed for the United States does not prevent dangerous materials from being loaded onto aircraft. John Pistole, Administrator Transportation Security Administration

7 Air Cargo Advance Screening Concept: Add a pre-loading security screening element to the existing Air AMS system - Required ACAS data elements - Before loading - Required AMS data elements - 4 hours prior to arrival - Holds/releases - In-bond movement authorizations - Clearances Air AMS - Security Holds Automated Targeting System (ATS) Automated Targeting System (ATS) - In-bond system - Automated broker system

8 Securing the Supply Chain Secure once at origin utilizing risk based protocols Ensure secure transport, transit and chain of custody to destination Base slide provided courtesy of the Global Express Association

9 Securing the Supply Chain: Cooperation and Collaboration at Multiple Levels Greatly enhanced collaboration at multiple levels to secure the global supply chain International Governments NCSP and AEO Mutual Recognition Policy and standard setting bodies ICAO security WCO customs Among agencies within national governments Alignment of security vetting/auditing with AEO Advance data initiatives (e.g. ACAS) Between government and the private sector

10 Securing the Supply Chain Automated Targeting System (ATS) Base slide provided courtesy of the Global Express Association

11 Securing the Supply Chain Automated Targeting System (ATS) Base slide provided courtesy of the Global Express Association

12 Securing the Supply Chain Enhanced Government-Industry Collaboration ACAS is a game-changer Co-creation Bi-directional Education Trust

13 Cargo Security: Industry Input, Mutual Recognition, International Harmonization Customs Authority Customs Authority Customs Authority Customs Authority Civil Aviation (including Security) Authority AVSEC Security AVSEC Security AVSEC Security Industry Base slide provided courtesy of the Global Express Association