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Global security environment and logistics risksSachi WimmerExecutive Director, Transport SecurityDepartment of Home Affairs

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• Plot to attack a flight departing Sydney Airport

• Device placed into passenger’s checked bag

• Increased security measures at Australian airports

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The planned terrorist attack

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• Terrorists continue to innovate

• Sophisticated threats can be imported

• Air cargo is both a vector and a target

• Our assumptions can be wrong….

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A game changer

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• Limited transport options

• Most air cargo carried on passenger aircraft

• Time sensitive, high value export markets

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Australia’s unique air cargo industry

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• Successful implementation of 100% piece level screening for US bound air cargo:

– Security screening using technology

– Known Consignor

• Next step – rest of the world

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Expanding air cargo security measures

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• Air Cargo Prohibitions

• Last Ports of Call Assessments

• Advance Cargo Data

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Inbound Measures

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• Industry expertise is essential to good design

• You know your business best

• Effective security is key to maintaining trade confidence.

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Partnership with industry

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Thank you

Further information:

AirCargoSecurity@homeaffairs.gov.au