Arpin International Group’s General Services Administration (GSA) division is honored to announce that they have secured International Air Transport Association (IATA) CNS membership on July 11, 2025. IATA is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing some 350 airlines and managing over 80% of the global air traffic. The organization also supports many areas of aviation activity and helps formulate industry policy on critical aviation issues.
“IATA CNS membership allows Arpin to book air freight directly with airlines, allowing the company to effectively eliminate third-party involvement in the booking process so we can pass the cost savings on to our customers,” said Vice President of GSA, Matthew Somweber. “Having direct relationships with the airlines opens the door for Arpin to scale its airfreight services and compete on a global level.”
Freight forwarders who invest in IATA Cargo Agent Accreditation earn global recognition from airlines as credible, professional, and financially secure cargo experts—and gain access to a network of airlines, accredited cargo agencies, intermediaries, and CASS Associates offices across 90+ countries and territories. Benefits of IATA Accreditation include:
- Raises the profile of Arpin International Group as an accredited company with cargo-trained professional personnel.
- Access to Cargo Account Settlement System (CASS) and its dedicated online platform, CASSLink, to conduct settlement with airlines.
- Receive a single invoice aggregating all freight charges from participating airlines in CASS, streamlining the payment process.
- Benefit from a consolidated invoicing and settlement workflow, backed by strong data security controls.
Arpin’s team—driven leaders who exemplify diligence, flexibility, and a steadfast pursuit of excellence—have strengthened our organization, enabling the GSA division to expand and enhance its competitiveness in general cargo, air freight, and charter services. At Arpin, our Air Freight Team brings decades of hands-on experience and a trusted global network to the table, enabling us to successfully manage time-sensitive air freight cargo charter flights for both commercial enterprises and U.S. Government operations. From oversized equipment to mission-critical supplies, we specialize in coordinating complex logistics under pressure, across borders, and within strict compliance standards.
