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The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) hosted today, at its headquarters in Riyadh, the second edition of the workshop aimed at improving the quality of security procedures at airports across the Kingdom. This initiative comes as part of GACA’s ongoing efforts to strengthen security integration with the Presidency of State Security and elevate security standards at Saudi airports.

The workshop seeks to foster collaboration through the exchange of information, expertise, and training in aviation security. It also aims to review future plans related to airports and aviation security in the Kingdom, in addition to developing security screening procedures to align with the growing air traffic.

The event brought together specialists from GACA, the Presidency of State Security, and other relevant entities in the fields of security and airport operations. Key challenges were highlighted, and discussions focused on ways to enhance security systems and processes, as well as exploring mechanisms to sustain excellence in security procedures through the adoption of advanced technologies and specialized training programs.

Several working papers were presented during the workshop, covering topics such as: General Aviation, Airport Control and Monitoring Centers, Security Testing at Saudi Airports, and Risk and Threat Management in Aviation Security.

As part of the workshop activities, participants visited the Air Cargo Security Monitoring Center, a unified platform that brings together stakeholders concerned with air cargo security. They were introduced to the center’s remote inspection system, which enables 24/7 centralized monitoring and oversees the security of air cargo supply chains through 40 accredited agencies distributed across four main regions in the Kingdom, all connected to air gateways. The center also employs advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and advanced risk analysis to track shipments from agency handover to airport arrival, thereby enhancing the security of logistics operations. Additionally, participants toured the Civil Aviation Museum, exploring its exhibits and halls that showcase the history and milestones of Saudi civil aviation.

This workshop is part of a series of initiatives launched by GACA to boost sector readiness, enhance operational efficiency, and create a safe and advanced travel environment that keeps pace with the rapid growth of air transport within and beyond the Kingdom.