The Cochin Lorry Agents Association(CLAA), is a renowned organization which provides help and assistance to goods-transport lorries. It was founded by Shri. N.M.Abdul Karim in 1987. It is a registered organization, functions under the 12 th Trivandrum-Kochi Literature, Science, Welfare organization Registration Act of 1955.
It deals with the various problems of goods-transport lorries from all over Kerala and other states. It provides guidance in loading and unloading of goods, vehicle parking, route direction etc. Lorry drivers also benefit from its' various services. It even deals with other goods-transport related matters like wage conflicts, bill-related problems, accidents, police cases, rent issues etc. Thus, it functions as a complete security solution for all goods-transport related matters.
Almost all lorry agents of Ernakulam district have become the active members of this organization. The organization concentrates on the welfare activities of its' own members.
The association successfully carries out various transportation activities also, taking up its’complete responsibility.
Anyone who successfully runs a lorry agency, having their own infrastructure and tele communication facilities can become a member of this organization. Being an active member of this organization, you will be in a position to enjoy various benefits provided by the the organization.
It is affiliated to two other organizations, called Federation of Kerala Lorry Transporting Agents Association and All India Road Transport Workers Federation.
Our executive committee consists of 20 members. These members are selected through a 'Secret Ballot' system. An accredited Trade Union's district-state level leader will be selected as the President of the executive committee. Shri. Sakir Hussain is the current President of the organization. He is also shouldering other responsibilities as the CPIM Kalamassery Area Committee Member, DYFI Central Committee Member and Trade Union Leader.