Dhaka: A workshop titled 'Challenges and Opportunities in Aviation Security' was held at the Civil Aviation Academy today to address existing challenges in aviation security and explore future prospects under the initiative of the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB). The event was designed to discuss critical aspects of aviation security, including airport security, passenger and baggage screening, cargo security, cyber threats, insider threats, and the use of modern technology to comply with international standards, particularly ICAO Annex 17.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the workshop also emphasized emerging technologies, skilled human resource development, and integrated security systems as key areas for creating new opportunities in aviation security. Member (Security) of CAAB Air Commodore Md Asif Iqbal participated as a discussant, while Civil Aviation Academy Director and ICAO Instructor Prashanta Kumar Chakraborty presented the keynote paper.
The speakers shared practical experiences and case studies, outlining effective strategies to mitigate security risks. Senior officials from the Aviation Security (AVSEC) Department of CAAB, a Superintendent of Police from APBn, an Additional Superintendent of Police from the Immigration Police, and senior officials of Biman Bangladesh Airlines and US-Bangla Airlines, along with high-level representatives of relevant agencies working at various airports across the country, attended the workshop.
The participants noted that such workshops are instrumental in enhancing knowledge and awareness on aviation security and will help further strengthen Bangladesh's aviation security system in line with international standards. The workshop concluded as a productive and educational event through active participation and exchange of views, followed by the distribution of certificates among the participants.