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Call for Competition & Transparency in Aviation Ground Handling                                                          

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for more competition and transparency in the ground handling sector of the aviation industry.              

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In an op-ed published on airlinergs.com, IATA’s Director General, Willie Walsh, argued that                           

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the current system of airport monopolies and high fees was hurting airlines and consumers alike.                                                                                        

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Ground handling refers to the services provided to aircraft on the ground, such as baggage handling, fueling, and cleaning.

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These services are typically provided by third-party companies at airports, which are often owned by the same entities that operate the airports themselves.                                                          

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This has led to a lack of competition and high prices for airlines, which in turn are passed on to consumers.

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According to Walsh, the high fees charged by ground handling companies are often not reflective of the true cost of the services provided.                                                                                        

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He cited a recent study by IATA, which found that ground handling charges at some airports were up to 40% higher than the cost of providing the services.

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Walsh also criticized the lack of transparency in the ground handling sector, noting that many airports do not provide airlines

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with detailed breakdowns of the fees they are charged. This makes it difficult for airlines to understand the true cost -                        

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- of their operations and to negotiate better deals with ground handling companies.                         

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