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BIFA Awards 2022 - WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

BIFA is excited to announce the winners of the BIFA Awards 2022. Check out our Press Release to find out who they are!
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Freight Development Pathway

BIFA is proud to introduce this programme in partnership with Manpower to identify, attract and train candidates from outside our industry for career opportunities with BIFA Members.
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Are You A Member?

If you’re new to the industry and keen to develop your knowledge and professional network, BIFA’s Young Forwarder Network could provide the perfect opportunity.
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Carbon Calculator

Want to find out your Carbon impact? Check out this Carbon Emissions Estimation Calculator from CocoonCarbon.
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CDS eLearning Course

This course is being developed in conjunction with ASM and will cover the main differences between CHIEF and the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) to enable you to submit customs declarations for exports and imports via the new system.
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Ask about membership today

By becoming a member of BIFA, you can link your company to the pursuit of excellence and quality in the transport and logistics sector and gain access to many beneficial services.
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Are You Generation Logistics?

Generation Logistics is an industry led and Government-backed initiative tasked with increasing awareness and finding the next generation of logistics industry talent
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Big Logistics Diversity Challenge 2023

Back for its third year, the Big Logistics Diversity Challenge is now open for entries for 2023
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Schools Engagement

Motivating and encouraging businesses to approach schools and communities. Sector skills shortages are a big concern of BIFA members; therefore, we are committed to helping support you attract the next generation to the freight forwarding and logistics sectors.
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International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship

Everything you need to know for employers and potential recruits. Inspiring the next generation.
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Latest CDS News

CDS 3.9.0 Update - Self Representation Declaration Completion Instructions

As you might be aware, a major CDS update will take place between the 14th and 15th of January. In order to successfully clear your self-representation declar...

CDS VAT Overcharge Update (VAT & Excise)

As you are aware, a recent system update on CDS caused a VAT and Excise duty overcharge on a number of declarations. Further guidance has been released by HMRC ...

HMRC Systems Downtime (CDS/TDR/GVMS)

Due to scheduled maintenance, the above systems will be inaccessible at various times in January.

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CAA write open letter to airports on competition compliance

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have issued an open letter to airport operators reminding them of their respo...

Industrial Action at UK Ports and Airports

HMRC has advised BIFA of forthcoming industrial action taking place on February 1st.

MSC and Maersk Line announce end of vessel-sharing agreement

The CEOs of 2M Alliance partners MSC and Maersk Line announced today that their vessel-sharing agreement will end in 2025.

Training

By booking a course you are bound by BIFA Training Terms & Conditions. Note that any quoted prices will always exclude VAT.

Thu 16 Feb
09:30 AM

BTEC Intermediate Award in Customs Export and Import Procedures - Live (CM3WEB)

For those that would prefer a formal qualification, this five-day course covers a wide range of cust...

Zoom Live - Click Start Date for all course dates`

Tue 21 Feb
09:30 AM

Customs Essentials - Classroom (CM8)

This one-day course provides basic knowledge around the key customs documentation and regimes. Ideal...

BIFA HQ, Feltham TW13 7EP - Training Suite 1

Thu 23 Feb
09:30 AM

Freight Forwarding Essentials - Live (EXPIMP1WEB)

Ideal for someone new to the industry, this one and a half day (one-day from 2023) course provides, ...

Zoom Live - Click Start Date for all course dates

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BIFA has been informed of industrial action taking place on February 1st throughout UK ports and airports. This is… httpss://t.co/7eFgYtjiTs

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BIFA Press Release: BIFA welcomes the news of the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) launch of a public consulta… httpss://t.co/xSzdVX7PZi

Tweet: Wed 25 Jan - 4:03 PM

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Due to essential maintenance, the Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS) will be unavailable from 18:00 to 20:50… httpss://t.co/bnkLJCL35k

Tweet: Wed 25 Jan - 2:03 PM