Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) has secured five-year RA3 and ACC3 EU certifications for its cargo operations from Amman to any EU country.

The security manual defines the standards and security measures implemented to meet regulatory requirements. The basic principle of these certifications is to ensure that all cargo or mail flying into the EU is screened or comes from a secure supply chain.

Air carriers that fly air cargo or mail into the EU from a non-EU airport are required to comply with the EU ACC3 program for inbound cargo and mail. The certification – granted by EU-approved and trained validators – provides RJ a distinct advantage over similar air service providers, as the airline’s procedures are recognised as being compliant with the EU requirements.

The aim of the EU Commission requirement is to ensure that certain standards of security are met prior to the loading of cargo on aircraft bound for EU. Therefore, air carriers that intend to carry cargo or mail from certain countries need to be designated as “Air Cargo or Mail Carrier operating into the Union from a Third Country Airport” (ACC3), ensuring that all cargo and mail is physically screened.

Royal Jordanian vice-president cargo sales and services Muath Majali said: “Transportation of goods by air has become an essential component of today’s world economy, as air cargo is a particularly important component in the commercial aspect of the aviation industry. Thus, it is essential to remain vigilant and ensure the security and efficiency of operations in this sector."

Majali added that the attainment of these certifications boosts the airline’s prestigious international status in the area of aviation safety, an issue that has always been at the top of the company’s pyramid of priorities. This reflects the effectiveness of RJ’s operations and the airline’s keenness to apply the highest safety standards. – TradeArabia News Service