Licensed cargo handling agents are authorized by regulatory bodies or carriers to physically receive, store, secure, load, and dispatch freight – a role that requires demonstrated compliance with safety, security, and quality standards before the license is granted.
Source: https://www.iata.org/en/services/cargo/agency/
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