Some 40 Professionals of NISS Receive Int'l Certifications on Aviation Security Quality Control, Risk Management

Addis Ababa, July 2, 2025 (ENA) -- Forty professionals from the National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS), trained in Aviation Security Quality Control and Risk Management, have obtained international certifications.

The organization tasked with supervising the comprehensive aviation security operations in Ethiopia has partnered with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to grant international certification to 40 individuals who have undergone training in aviation security quality control and aviation risk management, NISS stated in a press release it sent to ENA.

It is worth noting that after twelve years, ICAO conducted an audit of Ethiopia's aviation security practices and confirmed that there are no security issues within the country.

 

Subsequently, leveraging the positive relationship and collaboration established with the Civil Aviation Security Main Department of NISS, training was held for the first time in Ethiopia from June 16 to July 1, 2025, facilitated by experts from ICAO.

The trainers from the ICAO indicated that the international certification enables the airline to perform aviation security quality control operations in all nations where it operates, affirming that the professionals have successfully completed the training, NISS stated in a press release.

It further emphasized that the knowledge acquired in the training will not only allow the institution to execute its national mission with high level of efficiency, but it can also be regarded as a notable indication of the special focus Ethiopia has been placing on the aviation security sector.

The responsibility for implementing robust quality control and ensuring preparedness for aviation security lies with each member state of the International Civil Aviation Organization. This approach will guarantee the safety of the aviation sector in line with international standards, NISS underlined.

The knowledge, skills, and mindset acquired through the training will significantly contribute to the vision and overall institutional strategy aimed at establishing a global presence in the aviation security field, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of Ethiopian Airlines and securing national advantages, the press release stated.