The International Air Transport Association announced the appointment, effective June 9, of Glyn Hughes as the association’s next global head of cargo. He is replacing industry veteran Des Vertannes.
Hughes joined IATA in 1991 to expand the cargo accounts settlement service, growing it from 35 to nearly 100 operations while maintaining low levels of agency default and decreasing overall operating costs for members. In recent years, he has led IATA Cargo’s initiatives, embracing industry management and relationship building, including being part of the Global Air Cargo Advisory Group steering committee. He has led a campaign to promote the value of air cargo, and is taking a principal role in the IATA team working to modernize the cargo agency program.....
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