TIACA and HAUS61 MoU to drive innovation and support air cargo start-ups

November 6, 2025

TIACA and HAUS61 GmbH have signed an MoU to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up development within the global air cargo and logistics sector.
The partnership designates HAUS61 as TIACA’s Innovation and Start-Up Partner, featuring a dedicated Start-Up Pavilion, investor pitch sessions, and joint workshops and mentorship programmes.
Both organisations will hold quarterly reviews to track progress and explore additional initiatives, aiming to connect emerging start-ups with established industry players.

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and HAUS61 GmbH have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation and promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up development within the global air cargo and logistics industry.

This partnership underscores TIACA’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging businesses that are reshaping the future of air cargo. By partnering with HAUS61, a logistics accelerator specializing in logistics and supply chain technology, TIACA aims to create new opportunities for collaboration between established industry leaders and innovative start-ups.

“At TIACA, we believe that innovation is essential to the continued growth and sustainability of the air cargo industry,” said Roos Bakker, Chair TIACA. “Our partnership with HAUS61 will help bridge the gap between start-ups with fresh ideas and the industry stakeholders who can bring those ideas to life.”

“Partnerships like this are vital for the future of air cargo,” added Glyn Hughes, Director General, TIACA. “By connecting start-ups with established players, we not only accelerate innovation but also ensure that our industry continues to evolve with agility, creativity, and a strong focus on delivering value to global supply chains.”

Under the agreement, TIACA will officially recognize HAUS61 as its Innovation and Start-Up Partner. The collaboration includes:

A dedicated Start-Up Pavilion at the TIACA Air Cargo Forum exclusive investor pitch sessions to connect innovative Start-ups with potential industry investors
Joint development of workshops, mentorship initiatives, and knowledge-sharing programs to strengthen the start-up ecosystem within air cargo.

HAUS61 will lead the scouting, selection, and coordination of participating Start-ups.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with TIACA to accelerate the adoption of innovation within air cargo,” said Hendrik Bender, CEO, HAUS61. “This partnership enables us to create meaningful connections between pioneering start-ups and industry leaders who can help transform the logistics landscape. That has been our corporate philosophy from the very beginning – Innovation meets Industry.”

Both organisations have agreed to hold quarterly review meetings to assess progress and explore further joint initiatives under the MoU, which took effect on November 1, 2025.

James Graham

James Graham is an award-winning transport media journalist with a long background in the commercial freight sector, including commercial aviation and the aviation supply chain. He was the initial Air Cargo Week journalist and retuned later for a stint as editor. He continues his association as editor of the monthly supplements. He has reported for the newspaper from global locations as well as the UK.