Cargo Release Clearance and Automation Processes
Overview of current ICAO initiatives and material and Annex 9 implementation experience of ICAO
requirements in cargo matters will be discussed from the perspective of implementing States as well
as aircraft and airport operators. Through sharing case studies and expertise, areas of improvement
and/or adjustment of international standards for cargo release and clearance may be identified.
Moderator: Ms. Hiwot Mosisa Deressa, Representative of Ethiopia on the Council of ICAO
Speakers:
• Mr. Carlos Grau Tanner, Director General, Global Express Association (GEA)
• Mrs. Özlem Soysanli, Acting Deputy Director, Facilitation, World Customs Organization
(WCO)
• Ms. Yanying Li, Legal Office Negotiable Cargo Documents, United Nations Commission
on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)
• Ms. Maria Vournou, Advisor to the Governor on Customs Related Matters, Independent
Authority for Public Revenue & Chairperson, WCO Revised Kyoto Convention
Management Committee, Greece
• Mr. Fatti Atti, Senior Vice President, Aeropolitical and Corporate Affairs, Qatar Airways