Incheon International Airport has become the first globally to secure a certification for lithium battery air transport quality. As a result, Incheon International Airport has achieved international recognition in air transport safety across three key sectors: pharmaceuticals in 2019, perishables in 2022, and, most recently, lithium batteries. With this certification, Incheon International Airport not only establishes itself as the pioneering airport with a quality certification for lithium battery air transport but also as the exclusive airport to simultaneously hold CEIV certifications in pharmaceuticals, perishables, and lithium batteries.

Given the exponential growth of the electric vehicle industry, the trade volume related to lithium batteries has witnessed a remarkable surge. Notably, between 2020 to 2022, the value expanded from 443 million dollars to 628 million dollars, showcasing an impressive average annual growth rate of 19%.

Upon receiving the Lithium Battery CEIV certification, Incheon International Airport is expected to positively influence the attraction of high-value air cargo. Moreover, this distinction reinforces its position as a prominent cargo hub airport in Northeast Asia.

The CEIV Li-Batt Certification is a specialized quality certification system from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) tailored for the air transport of lithium batteries, considered as hazardous materials.