IATA is the trade association of the global airline industry. Their 290 members account for 82% of the global air traffic. IATA was created in 1945 and has supported the development of the commercial standards upon which the global air transport industry is built. They assist airlines and air travellers by simplifying processes and increasing passenger convenience whilst reducing costs and improving efficiency. www.iata.org

AACO's main mission since its establishment in 1965 is to promote cooperation amongst Arab Airlines and to serve common interests through service excellence. www.aaco.org

A non-profit trade association representing the European aviation industry. ERA, founded in 1980, works on behalf of its members to represent their interests before Europe’s major regulatory bodies. www.eraa.org

The National Association of Funeral Directors is the largest and most inclusive representative body for the UK funeral profession providing support and guidance to funeral firms and the bereaved families in their care. www.nafd.org.uk/