Air China's Air China Cargo has become the first Chinese mainland carrier to ban shark fin carriage, though it has not said when the policy will take effect. "We understand the community's desire to promote responsible and sustainable marine sourcing practices, and this remains important to Air China Cargo's overall sustainable development goals," the carrier said. HK Express and the Cathay Group, plus Cosco Shipping, British Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, American Airlines and others already have banned the practice.