THE PALLET NEWSLETTER
September 2025 Edition
Your Monthly Brief from the International Air Cargo Association of Chicago ✈️
✉️ From the President’s Desk
Dear Members,
🍻 Oktoberfest was a blast! From stein-holding competitions to networking over Bavarian brews, our September celebration brought the community together in the best way possible. Thank you to everyone who attended and made it a night to remember.
Next up is Compliance Day on October 16th 📑 — where business gets serious. Join us for regulatory updates, trade compliance insights, and opportunities to sharpen your industry expertise. We’ll wrap up the day with networking and refreshments 🍷 — the perfect balance of work and connection.
And don’t forget 🗳️ — Board Elections are coming up November 20th. Nominations remain open until November 15th, so be sure to submit your candidates.
Warm regards,
Christina Aguirre
President, IACAC
📬 Newsletter compiled and edited by Victoria Rahmanovic, IACAC Communications Committee
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🛫 IACAC News & Announcements
👋 Welcome to Our New September Members
We’re excited to welcome the newest additions to the IACAC community:
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Chicago Freight Inc. — chifreight.com
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Lisa Gelsomino — integrityswag.com
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Hancock International — hancock-international.com
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Dan Gadow — newbarton.us
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Perimeter Global Logistics (PGL) — shippgl.com
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Logineer USA LLC — logineer.com
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Roanoke Group — roanokegroup.com
📮 Board Elections – November 20th
Nominations open until November 15th.
📧 Submit nominations: info@iacac.com
🎓 Scholarship Program
Applications remain open as we invest in the next generation of air cargo leaders.
🔗 Apply Here
📢 Industry News & Updates — September 2025
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🇺🇸 Tariffs Take Off — U.S. confirms new 15% auto and parts tariffs on EU goods, retroactive to August 1. (Reuters)
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🇩🇪 Germany Reacts — Officials anticipate tariffs expanding to pharma and heavy trucks. (Reuters)
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🌱 Sustainability in Focus — Airlines push for a global emissions agreement at the UN aviation assembly. (Reuters)
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📦 FedEx Feels the Pinch — Newly tariffed parcels expected to impact profitability. (Reuters)
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🛫 Fleet Expansion — Suparna Airlines adds a new Boeing 777F cargo aircraft. (Air Cargo News)
🚀 Hot Topics – Quick Scan
🛡️ Cyberattack Chaos — EU airports face delays following major systems hack. (Reuters)
🛢️ Fuel Tax Holiday? — EU considers delaying aviation and shipping fuel taxes for 10 years. (Reuters)
🧊 Cool Cargo Rising — Pharma and perishables accelerate global cold chain investment.
📅 Upcoming Events
📑 IACAC Compliance Day
Regulatory & Compliance Updates for the Air Cargo Industry
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Avalon Risk Management, Inc., Schaumburg, IL
🍷 Networking Reception: 5–6 PM
(Snacks, beer, and wine provided)
👉 Get Tickets Before They’re Gone
🗳 Board Elections – November 20th
📮 Nominations open until November 15th
📧 info@iacac.com
🎄 Holiday Luncheon – December 16th
Save the date for our festive year-end celebration!
📆 2025 IACAC Events Calendar
✅ JAN — Tour of UPS Facility (7th)
✅ FEB — Puttshack (13th)
✅ MAR — March Madness at Pop’s Pizza (20th)
✅ APR — Global K9 Screening Demo (10th)
✅ MAY — Cinco de Mayo Celebration (1st)
✅ JUNE — Chicago Dogs Game (12th)
✅ JULY — O’Hare Airport Tour (26th)
✅ AUG — Golf Outing (14th)
✅ SEPT — Oktoberfest (18th)
✅ OCT — Compliance Day (16th)
✅ NOV — Board Elections (20th)
✅ DEC — Holiday Luncheon (16th)
👉 Get Event Details
🎉 Culture & Community
📸 Photo of the Month
From pretzels bigger than your head to friendly competition at the stein-holding contest, Oktoberfest 2025 delivered unforgettable moments. Tables were packed, spirits were high, and our community celebrated in true Bavarian style — raising glasses and connections all night long.
💡 Did You Know?
ORD facilitates over $30 billion annually in two-way trade with the EU, making tariff changes a significant factor in our local economy.
🏆 IACAC Event Winners – Free Membership Giveaway
Each month, we raffle a free individual membership (or $50 toward a corporate membership).
2025 Winners:
🏅 FEB — Laura Candella, ArcBest
🏅 MAR — Lisa Hennessey, Avalon Risk Management
🏅 APR — Scott Bergbreiter, PGL
🏅 MAY — Jesse Maugle, AWA
🏅 JUNE — Dakota Palacios, Dakota Express
❌ JULY — No Giveaway Held
❌ AUGUST — No Giveaway Held
🏅 SEPT — Denise Cano, Yusen Logistics
👀 Want your name here? Join us at Compliance Day!
📢 Get Involved!
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Interested in participating? Reach out and become part of the community.
