EAWB-DETAIL

Dominant IATA electronic AWB.

Definition

eAWB defined by IATA Resolution 672. MAWB format in Cargo-XML, historical Cargo-IMP FWB (Freight Waybill) message, or JSON via ONE Record. ~78% worldwide penetration in 2024. EAW (e-AWB) and eFreight (full paperless) programmes targeted 100% in 2026.

Origin

IATA Resolution 672 ; e-AWB programme launched 2010 ; multilateral eAWB Agreement 2015.

Example in context

Cathay Pacific Cargo accepts 100% eAWB at HKG, with no paper copy in the flight bag, since January 2025.

Related terms

• IATA ePAWB — consolidated version.