The core activity of Global Express Association (GEA) is to represent and promote the interests of leading international express delivery carriers (such as DHL Express, FedEx and UPS) before international organizations that influence the policy and business operations of these companies. This includes, in particular, representation before organizations such as the World Customs Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the World Trade Organization and the Universal Postal Union. In addition, GEA coordinates regional express industry associations in various parts of the world and supports the development of positions and guidelines for the industry.