MAB Academy, the training arm of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), has been officially accredited and approved by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Centre in providing certification for Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) courses.
This certification reinforces MAB Academy’s reputation as a trusted and credible aviation training provider, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle dangerous goods in compliance with international safety standards.
With this certification, MAB Academy will be listed in the IATA CBTA Centre Certified Companies Registry and featured in the upcoming IATA DGR Manual, 67th Edition (2026), along with future editions – a key reference for the aviation sector. This further establishes MAB Academy as the preferred choice for air freight forwarders and aviation professionals seeking IATA-accredited training.
Aida Salfaraz Ahmad Fadzil, Chief Operating Officer of MAB Academy, commented, “Receiving IATA’s CBTA DGR accreditation is a significant milestone for MAB Academy, reaffirming our commitment in being the preferred one-stop training centre, delivering world-class aviation training. This recognition not only enhances our credibility as a trusted training provider but also enables us to equip industry professionals with the highest standards of competency in handling dangerous goods. As we continue to innovate with technologies such as Extended Reality (XR), we are proud to set new benchmarks in aviation training and contribute to the industry’s future-readiness.”
“We congratulate MAB Academy on achieving the IATA CBTA Provider Certification. This significant milestone reflects Malaysia Airlines’ commitment to the highest standards of safety and compliance in the transport of dangerous goods. By adopting a competency-based training approach, Malaysia Airlines is enhancing operational safety, and improving workforce competence, performance, and continuous learning. This achievement underscores their dedication to high-quality aviation training and ongoing improvement, setting a benchmark for the industry in advancing workforce skills and regulatory compliance,” said Dr. Xie Xingquan, IATA’s Regional Vice President for North Asia and Asia Pacific.
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance aviation training, MAB Academy is integrating Extended Reality (XR) into its CBTA DGR courses, providing participants with an interactive and immersive learning experience. This initiative aims to deepen understanding and reinforce key concepts through cutting-edge technology.
This milestone marks a significant step forward in MAB Academy’s ambition to become ASEAN’s leading Centre of Excellence for Aviation, Hospitality, and Professional Development. By embracing advanced learning solutions and holding IATA-accredited CBTA DGR certification, MAB Academy continues to drive innovation in aviation training and industry excellence.
