DHL has entered into a security partnership with Air India–SATS, Bengaluru to develop operating procedures that support customers’ security requirements. DHL has signed the agreement throught its freight forwarding division, DHL Global Forwarding.

As per the agreement, DHL Global Forwarding will work with Air India-SATS and agree on standard operating procedures (SOP) for high-value and high-risk air cargo, to share best practices and information on crime trends.

Debashis Golder, Vice President Cargo, Air India SATS, said, “The security partnership program will help create a safer environment for DHL and Air India-SATS employees who handle high-value and high-risk products.”

The partnership is expected to be particularly beneficial to companies shipping high-value or sensitive goods.