The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Chamber of Airlines in Argentina (JURCA) They supported the Government’s measure to liberalize the ramp service at all airports in the country. Through a joint official statement, both organizations detailed that “the entry of new actors to perform fundamental tasks in the operation of aircraft on the ground, accompanied by the power granted to the Airport Security Police (PSA) and other special forces to intervene in exceptional situations, it meets a persistent request from the industry.”
The statement from IATA and JURCA supporting the Government
In the midst of tensions between the unions and the Government, the aeronautical organizations supported the Government’s decision to liberalize the ramp service and allow the entry of new actors, beyond the work of Intercargo. “This standard is a another step in the deregulation of air transport in Argentinaa, which seeks to ensure the proper functioning of a fundamental sector for connectivity, people’s mobility, tourism and commerce,” he stated Peter CerdaIATA Regional Vice President for the Americas.
“The progress that has been made They promote a transparent and equitable environment for the industry and promote the values that facilitate free competition and operational efficiency in a market as relevant as the Argentine one.“added the IATA director. It should be noted that the Government also authorized the Airport Security Police (PSA)to unload luggage from aircraft that is detained due to conflicts, a measure that was highly criticized by the aeronautical unions who assured that “we are exposing ourselves to anyone handle dangerous goods without already knowing the possibility of a plane crashing or a plane exploding due to ignorance.”
Furthermore, IATA and JURCA stated: “We reiterate our willingness and interest in working in coordination with the government and the other actors involved to discuss the details of the implementation of this new standard. We want to provide our experience so that Argentina can align itself with the best global practices in ground handling and with the World Airport Slot Guidelines (WASG)which are the basis of the global slot coordination process, all in favor of the growth of aviation, cconsidering the important contribution to the social and economic development of the country and above all for the benefit of citizens.”
The Government and the aeronautical unions reached an agreement
The ruling party had given the aeronautical unions a deadline until this Friday to present a proposal so that Aerolíneas Argentinas operates normally and without conflicts, otherwise, it warned that it will close the company. After the meeting on the future of the state company, union representatives assured that the meeting was “positive.”
The meetings took place in the Aerolíneas Argentinas building in Aeroparque. The Air Line Pilots Association (APLA)which leads Pablo Birowho brought a proposal, as Ámbito anticipated and, although an agreement was not reached, there was progress in the negotiation. The meeting went into a recess until Monday. Meanwhile, APLA promised not to carry out forceful measures.
“The meeting was on good terms, perhaps with harsh concepts,” he said. Mateo Ferreriaunion secretary of APLA. Neither Biró nor government officials were present, but the president of Aerolíneas Argentinas, Fabián Lombardo.
“We believe it was a positive meeting, we brought a comprehensive plan as the Government requested for certain improvements that they believe have to begin to occur and they received them in a good way,” Ferrería explained. On the other hand, the company also made its proposals that will be analyzed by the union. “Are productivity and conventional measures “We have been talking to the company recently,” said Ferrería.
The second of the meetings featured the Argentine Aircraft Association (AAA). Your union secretary, Andres Junorstated that the meeting was positive and celebrated the opening of dialogue. “It had been closed for a long time, where the parties We were able to express the needs of each one, but there was no progress“he clarified.
Junor expressed the concern they have with the future of Aerolíneas Argentinas, but was optimistic. “We want to bring peace of mind to the company’s 2,500 employees and we believe we are on the right track.“he assured.
Source: Ambito
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