Sanctions Compliance for the Aviation Industry – Inside Tips and Best Practices
ACSS Webinar
CSS Credits: 1.25
Duration:
75 minutes
Speakers:
- Kester Meijer | KLM Cargo
- Sandra Ott | KLM Cargo
Moderator:
Ivy Llena, Sanctions Training Coordinator, ACSS
Date:
Time:
- 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM NYC
- 03:00 PM – 04:15 PM London
- 04:00 PM – 05:15 PM Amsterdam
Description:
Airlines operate in an increasingly complex sanctions landscape, where regulations from OFAC, the EU, the UK, and the UN directly impact routes, maintenance aircraft parts, and partnerships. How can you prevent unintentional sanctions violations? What due diligence processes are essential? And how can you ensure your organization remains compliant amid evolving regulations?
In this exclusive webinar, you’ll gain practical insights, best practices, and real-life case studies to minimize sanctions risks and strengthen compliance. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn actionable strategies from industry experts!
Highlights of the webinar will include:
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Navigating Global Sanctions Regulations: Specific impact on airlines, leasing companies, and service providers. Recent changes and how businesses can adapt.
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Risk Assessment & Due Diligence in Aviation: How to identify sanctioned parties and hidden risks, best practices for KYC (Know Your Customer) and screening of customers and suppliers.
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Operational Challenges & Enforcement Risks: How to prevent unintentional violations in accepting Cargo, Maintenance Aircraft parts. Examples of enforcement actions and lessons from recent fines. Managing sanctions compliance in complex supply chains and international operations
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Crisis Management & Compliance Strategies: What to do in case of a sanction’s violation or investigation. Training and raising awareness within the organization
Certificate of Attendance:
All active ACSS members will be able to download the certificate from the Learning Management System (under the achievements tab).
Event Registration
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Speakers
Kester Meijer
Director Operational Integrity, Compliance & Safety | Integrated Safety & Compliance Manager
KLM Cargo
His work extends beyond traditional logistics; Kester advocates for the transformative power of Data, Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Blockchain in the industry. He foresees a future where Smart Borders and advanced pre-check systems revolutionize the air cargo journey, ensuring efficiency and compliance with international regulatory standards.
Kester’s leadership was instrumental during the Covid crisis. Collaborating closely with the VP of Worldwide Ops and the Director of the Cargo Control Center, he played a crucial role in rapidly transforming global operations. He is responsible for the shift towards a more pre-emptive risk-based approach based on shipment and entity data, linking it to sanction regulations in multiple jurisdictions, which has been widely recognized by industry and international enforcement agencies like Dutch Customs, US CBP, BIS, OFAC, and the UN.
His areas of responsibility include compliance and safety and a deep involvement in customs, sanctions, security, and environmental issues. Kester is actively engaged in combating challenges like Counterfeit goods and Wildlife protection. He plays a vital role in the Cargo Knowledge Center and represents the industry in various forums, particularly in pioneering Artificial Intelligence Risk Advisory innovations. His expertise and actions in strategic, military, and dual-use goods, along with his keen insights into the latest developments in Sanctions, mark him as a leading figure in navigating the complex international landscape of trade restrictions in air cargo transportation.
Kester is an active member of ACSS, contributing to the ACSS Benelux Chapter and as a speaker at ACSS conferences. In addition, he promotes the ACSS membership, certification, and services at other critical international industry events and with his peers at other airlines. Within his company, multiple colleagues have become members (Benelux, Singapore) and acquire certification. He participated in the ACSS 5th Annual International Conference on Global Sanctions and Export Controls in New York in October 2023, demonstrating a keen interest in sharing knowledge and network opportunities.
Sandra Ott
KLM Cargo
Currently serving as Security & Customs Manager at KLM Cargo, Sandra plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with international regulations. She is the primary point of contact for all sanction-related matters, advising on complex regulatory frameworks and their impact on cargo operations. Her strategic approach helps mitigate risks while maintaining operational efficiency.
Sandra is committed to continuous professional development. Since 2023, she has been actively involved with the Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists (ACSS). In 2024, she further solidified her expertise by earning the Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS) designation, demonstrating her deep understanding of international sanctions and trade compliance.
Her responsibilities extend beyond regulatory compliance; she also collaborates closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement best practices in security, customs procedures, and risk management. Sandra’s proactive approach ensures that KLM Cargo remains ahead of evolving industry regulations, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in air cargo compliance.
Moderator
Ivy Llena
Sanctions Training Coordinator
ACSS
Ivy Llena has over 14 years of experience in the learning and development field, providing capacity-building and professional development programs for corporate and social service agencies in the US and the Philippines.
Before joining ACSS, she was a program director at a non-profit organization in the Philippines, where she co-designed and co-implemented economic empowerment programs and services for survivors of human trafficking and their families. Ivy also served at the Social Policy Institute at Washington University in St. Louis, where she led and contributed to inclusive economic growth initiatives.
Customer Testimonials
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