Setting a New Standard in Air Cargo Safety
Lithium batteries power our world, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and life-saving medical devices. But while they are essential to modern life, they are also classified as dangerous goods in air transport. Improper handling can cause fires, thermal runaway, or other safety hazards that put aircraft, people, and cargo at risk.
That is why the International Air Transport Association (IATA) created the CEIV Lithium Batteries (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators) certification: a globally recognized program that ensures only the most competent, safety-focused, and compliant companies handle and ship lithium batteries by air.
Today, HGL Group Hungary Kft. proudly joins this elite group.
What is the IATA CEIV Lithium Batteries Certification?
The CEIV Lithium Batteries certification is IATA’s highest benchmark for organizations involved in the air transport of lithium cells and batteries — whether as standalone cargo, packed with equipment, or contained within devices.
To earn this certification, companies must undergo an extensive validation and audit process performed by independent IATA-approved experts. The evaluation covers every aspect of the supply chain, including:
- Safety management systems – ensuring comprehensive risk assessments, preventive measures, and emergency procedures are in place.
- Packaging, labeling, and documentation – verifying compliance with ICAO Technical Instructions and IATA’s Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR).
- Training and competency management – requiring that all employees involved in handling lithium batteries receive certified IATA training.
- Infrastructure and facility standards – confirming safe storage, segregation, and temperature-controlled environments when required.
- Operational processes and traceability – guaranteeing that shipments can be tracked, monitored, and managed in real time across their journey.
In short, the CEIV program validates that a logistics company operates with the same precision and control as an airline’s own safety system.
Why this certification matters
The CEIV Lithium Batteries certification brings clarity, consistency, and trust to one of the most complex segments of air cargo. It bridges the gap between shippers, forwarders, ground handlers, and airlines by creating a common global standard everyone can rely on.
For HGL Group Hungary Kft., this means we are recognized by IATA as a Center of Excellence for lithium battery logistics — a company that has proven its capability to handle even the most sensitive cargo safely and efficiently.
For our clients, it means:
- Peace of mind – knowing their shipments meet every safety and regulatory requirement.
- Streamlined operations – fewer inspections, fewer delays, and faster customs clearance.
- Global credibility – CEIV is recognized by airlines, regulators, and manufacturers worldwide.
- Risk mitigation – reduced exposure to incidents, fines, or rejected shipments.
A milestone for HGL Group Hungary Kft.
The road to certification was extensive and demanding, involving months of preparation, training, and process optimization. Our teams worked closely with auditors and validators to align every stage of our operation, from acceptance to delivery with IATA’s CEIV framework.
This certification places HGL Group Hungary Kft. among a small number of logistics providers in Central and Eastern Europe that meet IATA’s highest level of excellence in air cargo safety.
It also demonstrates our long-term commitment to innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement in every aspect of our business.
Looking ahead – powering a safer future
As the demand for lithium batteries continues to grow, the logistics industry must evolve to handle them responsibly. The CEIV Lithium Batteries certification is not only a recognition of what HGL Group Hungary Kft. has achieved — it is a foundation for the future.
We believe that safety, transparency, and professionalism are not optional in modern logistics. They are the key to sustainability, trust, and long-term partnership.
HGL Group Hungary Kft. – Certified by IATA. Trusted worldwide for safe lithium battery transport.