Meet the nominees and discover why postal security is key to trust and reliability in the postal network.
Why is postal security important?
Postal security is essential to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of mail and parcels, protect customers and staff, and prevent the transport of dangerous or prohibited items. It builds public trust, safeguards critical infrastructure, and supports compliance with national and international standards. Strong security also helps detect and deter criminal activity, reduces operational risks, and maintains the integrity of the entire postal network.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
I expand postal security by leading the implementation of modern ICT-based systems, including CCTV cameras, baggage scanners, access control, and tall gates. I oversee installation, training, and centralized monitoring to improve surveillance and response. By optimizing guard deployment and integrating technology, I’ve reduced costs and enhanced efficiency. Regionally, this model positions Tanzania as a leader in postal security and supports global goals for digital transformation and secure mail movement.
Why is postal security important?
The mail is often seen as a trusted and cost-effective reliable vehicle of delivery for a wide range of goods and correspondence worldwide, exchanging many hands in the process. As such, postal operators should strive for accountability of the mail and adherence to a set of security standards. These are two key components which, when applied seamlessly along the supply chain, mitigate risk, loss, depredation and theft of mail, ensures trust in the system by both our customers and our stakeholders, and thereby promotes commerce through these efforts. Most importantly, these security standards are paramount to ensuring the safety of not only the customers, but every person along the supply chain who handles the mail. I keep that thought close to mind whenever making considerations involving postal security.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
I try to use my position as both a federal Law Enforcement Officer and a security expert for the postal system to provide a unique perspective to the protection of mail and security efforts. There are times when both perspectives are needed when faced with how to be reactive to issues along the supply chain, then be proactive and create long-term solutions to reduce the risk of those issues reoccurring. Domestically, I have protected the U. S. mail, its infrastructure, and customers and employees through criminal investigations, conducting audits and compliance reviews, promoting stakeholder, employee and customer awareness, and developing security initiatives. I’ve assisted or facilitated several workshops and meetings in regions across the globe to bring the right people together in dialog, to foster awareness and capacity building, to kickstart initiatives, and assist in creating experts in those areas.
Why is postal security important?
Postal security is critical in ensuring protection of postal assets especially employees, customers and business partners against injuries and loss of life, prevention of mail violation, transportation of dangerous goods and illicit trading though postal network together with preservation of customer confidence. Through implementation and compliance with defined Postal Security Standards S58 & S59, “Postal security will forever make business sense”.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
Through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, I facilitate training and awareness programs on the requirements of the Postal Security Standards and compliance with local regulations. Moreover, I assist Designated Operators in the region through the UPU Process Review Consultancy program to prepare for and implement the Security Standards S58 & S59 requirements ultimately achieving certification while leading the regional Security Action Group. Having participated and made meaningful contribution towards the “Review of the postal security standards certification process” under the UPU Internship program and in forums sharing experiences and best practice well expands the postal security globally.
Why is postal security important?
Postal security is crucial to protect the integrity, confidentiality, and safety of staff, assets, and the wider public. Effective postal security deters, disrupts, and detects threats to international supply chains, including tampering, theft, and illicit goods trafficking. Strong postal security also supports national and international compliance by detecting and intercepting hazardous substances or prohibited items, particularly undeclared dangerous goods. Secure mail systems build trust and reliability in communications and e-commerce, especially with the continual rise of online shopping. Enhancing and championing robust security measures are essential to maintain public confidence and ensure smooth, lawful postal operations in support of international trade.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
Regional expansion includes improving screening technologies, providing staff training in threat detection, and increasing collaboration with customs, law enforcement, regulators and international partners such as the UPU. Implementing standardized procedures, conducting risk assessments, and sharing intelligence across borders are key measures to enhance security processes. Locally, this involves refining mail examination methods and identifying vulnerabilities. Regular site visits and audits help our security team detect potential gaps, which are then addressed with relevant stakeholders. On a regional and global scale, harmonizing security protocols and taking part in joint initiatives helps mitigate evolving threats. Promoting a security-oriented culture is vital to ensure all individuals contribute to broader security outcomes.
Why is postal security important?
- Protects Postal Workers & Customers – Prevents exposure to explosives, chemicals, or biohazards.
- Ensures Supply Chain Integrity – Reduces theft, tampering, and fraud in mail delivery.
- Prevents Illegal Activities – Stops the mailing of drugs, weapons, counterfeit goods, and other contraband.
- Maintains Public Trust – A secure postal system ensures confidence in mail and e-commerce deliveries.
- Preserves Organizational Reputation – Strong security practices reflect positively on the organization and help maintain its national and international credibility.
- Supports Global Trade Security – Secure international mail exchanges reduce risks in cross-border commerce.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
The implementation of advanced detection systems, including AI scanners, X-ray screening, GPS-tracked fleets, and K-9 units, was essential to prevent theft, tampering, and detect explosives or narcotics.
Security enhancements included:
- UPU Standards: S58/S59 protocols for high-risk and cross-border mail
- Infrastructure Protection: Biometric access and 24/7 surveillance at centers
- Capacity Building: Specialized training in:
- Hazardous material detection
- Risk assessment
- Security protocol execution
Training plans were tailored for partners in conflict zones, addressing regional risks while aligning with global standards.
Results Achieved:
- Integrated physical/digital security
- Improved detection
- Sustainable knowledge transfer
Why is postal security important?
The importance of Postal Security lies in the ability of Post Offices to implement security standards and policies that positively affect their entire structure. This ensures that internal and external customers, as well as other stakeholders in the postal business, such as air transport companies and customs, among others, can trust that postal operations are carried out with high levels of security efficiency. This allows for the creation of a global network that meets current business needs.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
Correos of El Salvador has been one of the pioneering postal operators in Latin America to implement the S58 and S59 Postal Security standards since 2016, when it obtained the Silver Certificate for the first time. El Salvador currently holds the Gold Plus Certificate, which guarantees continued work over the years. It has also contributed to the restricted union certification processes of many countries and has contributed to the training of security experts, which has a direct impact not only in the region but globally.
Why is postal security important?
- To protect communities and individuals by preventing the delivery of dangerous items such as drugs, narcotics, or explosives.
- To ensure the safety of postal employees, by minimizing risks associated with handling hazardous materials or being targeted by criminals seeking to exploit access to certain areas or shipments.
- To safeguard the security and integrity of postal shipments, ensuring that all items reach their intended recipients without tampering, loss, or theft.
- To protect the assets of the postal organization from damage, misuse, or destruction.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
- By enhancing cooperation and security coordination among local postal organizations to exchange expertise and data, which helps improve overall security awareness and readiness.
- By sharing incident data, criminal tools used, breach methods, and response reports between international postal sectors. This allows security specialists to close vulnerabilities based on real events, prepare in advance, and integrate tailored protection protocols into comprehensive security plans.
Why is postal security important?
Postal security is essential to protect the integrity of the postal supply chain. It ensures the safety of staff, customers, and mail from theft, loss, terrorism, and illegal shipments. Secure postal systems build public trust and meet international standards, which are vital for global cooperation and trade. It also helps safeguard national borders and supports law enforcement in combating illicit activities.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
We expand postal security by implementing advanced screening technology, training staff, and aligning with UPU standards. Regionally, we promote cooperation and information sharing with neighboring posts. Globally, we engage in UPU forums, adopt best practices, and advocate for harmonized regulations. These efforts strengthen resilience and ensure secure international mail exchanges.
Why is postal security important?
Postal security in Iraq is essential to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of mail and parcels amid ongoing security challenges. It helps prevent the use of postal channels for illegal activities, protects customer data and government communications, and reinforces trust in public services. Strengthening postal security also supports digital transformation and the expansion of financial and e-commerce services across the country.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
By focus on modernizing security systems, training staff, and adopting international standards. This includes deploying surveillance and scanning technologies, enhancing cybersecurity, and securing transport and delivery routes. Also, by collaboration with law enforcement and customs is key to preventing illegal use of the postal network. Promoting public awareness and adopting smart solutions like smart lockers will strengthen trust and service reliability.
Why is postal security important?
At Ipostel, we firmly believe in prioritizing the security of the institution's staff and the postal service, ensuring the confidentiality and traceability of shipments, protecting both users and operational staff. At Correo de Venezuela, we rigorously apply national regulations and international standards such as UPU S58 and S59, ensuring a reliable chain of custody. More than a technical duty, it is a human commitment to the trust of the Venezuelan people and to the global communications system. Each secure shipment strengthens our sovereignty, legal compliance, and institutional credibility both within and outside the country.
How do you expand postal security in your post, region, or globally?
Postal security can be enhanced through continuous strengthening of the chain of custody and the sharing of new and best practices among designated operators, specialized training, and the integration of new traceability technologies. At Ipostel, the Venezuelan Post Office, we have implemented innovative actions such as systematic inspections, traceability controls, access controls, postal code expansion and standardization, secure routes, and document validations in accordance with S58 and S59 standards, which have redefined the indicators of full compliance with the Postal Security Plan.
