SSIC 52231—Representative offices of foreign airlines

Where 52231 sits

1. H Transportation and storage
2. 52 Warehousing and support activities for transportation
3. 522 Support activities for transportation
4. 5223 Supporting Services to Air Transport
5. 52231 Representative offices of foreign airlines

What 52231 includes

• This sub-class includes representative offices of foreign shipping lines. A representative office of a foreign airline is set up strictly to explore opportunities in the region.
• Conduct research on demand for services
• Cultivate trade contacts and/or handle enquiries
• Collect information about markets, competitors and/or customers
• Gather information on business regulatory requirement for subsequent set up of permanent entity
• Participate in exhibitions and trade shows

What 52231 excludes

• Branches of foreign airlines (passenger), see 51003
• Branches of foreign airlines (freight), see 51004
• Airline agencies (freight), see 52232
• Airport operation services, see 52233
• Airport terminal services (e.g., ground service activities), see 52234

52231 in other systems