In addition, the proposed ban would have “negative consequences for the Belgian economy and flight connections”. The ban would mainly affect the freight sector. IATA also points out that Belgium is strong in the export of pharmaceutical products, which are highly dependent on fast and time- and temperature-sensitive deliveries.
According to Rafael Schwartzman, regional vice president of IATA in Europe, the complaints of local residents about noise nuisance should certainly be taken into account. “But it is very unfortunate that Secretary Gilkinet has tried to circumvent the Balanced Approach, which has been the long-accepted and successful way of controlling noise pollution at airports,” said Schwartzman.
According to him, it is “vital for the government to scrap this proposal and instead engage in consultation with the various stakeholders”.
2023-07-21 20:46:00
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