IATA-CARGO-XML

XML successor to EDIFACT cargo messages.

Definition

Cargo XML 6.0 (2024) introduces eAWB mandatory in IATA zone since 2019. Schemas typed from a local UNCEFACT Core Component Library. Schematron validation available. Worldwide adoption: 78% of AWB shipments in 2024 (IATA Cargo Tracker).

Origin

Published and maintained by the IATA Cargo Committee.

Example in context

<XFWB><Waybill><WaybillPrefix>020</WaybillPrefix>...</Waybill></XFWB> — AWB 020 (Lufthansa Cargo).

Related terms

• eAWB — electronic AWB.