EDITION NO. 1 - 2009

A Simple Hand-Carry gone wrong
On a recent Saturday in January at JFK Airport, two British travelers coming into the US were stopped and searched by US Customs and Border Protection in what was likely a routine random inspection.

A European Perspective on Hand-Carry Shipments
Museums will often prefer to hand-carry small and fragile artworks such as jewels, ivory pieces, manuscripts, and delicate paintings which may suffer with temperature changes. A hand-carry has many advantages.

Advice from Our Members
As aviation security is becoming increasingly stringent we surveyed some member companies about what they can do to ease the way through the local airport security maze for couriers with sensitive hand-carry shipments.

Pre-Screening Blues
The world of aviation security is becoming ever more complex. We asked Jonathan Schwartz of Atelier4 to give us his take on the new regulations. Wherever you may be reading this: the acronyms may be different but the intent and process of the regulations will be remarkably similar.

PACIN - Your Technical Resource That Will help You Succeed
It sounds simple:  “PACIN is dedicated to building a museum industry network of information and resources available for the educational dialogue of professionals interested in the high standards of art and artifact handling”, but… the reality of harnessing the creativity and energy of the worldwide herd of arthandlers turns out to be a challenge.

The Smallest Steps Are All It Takes
ICEFAT is becoming greener

What Does it Take to Become an ICEFAT Member?
Acceptance as a member of ICEFAT indicates the applicant has had a minimum of three years experience in the field of fine art and exhibition logistics; has worked with several ICEFAT members who are willing to testify to the quality of their service and will support their application; and has demonstrated responsibility in financial matters.

Chairman's Report
This issue of the ICEFAT News offers an interesting glimpse at some of the initiatives that promote the ICEFAT objective “to providing the highest standards in the field of fine art transportation and related services”.