The British International Freight Association (BIFA) and Agency Sector Management (ASM) welcome the news that HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has agreed a slight easement in the implementation timetable of CDS that will replace CHIEF, which is the current system used for processing Customs declarations.
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BIFA reveals new chair of its virtual Young Forwarder Network
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has named Herbie Cobby as the chair of its virtual Young Forwarder Network (YFN).
BIFA Press Release – BIFA warns that deadline looms for new Customs system
Whilst the British International Freight Association (BIFA) is confident that its members have taken heed of its advice to prepare for the forthcoming changes to the UK’s customs entry processing systems, anecdotal evidence suggests that some of their customers may be less prepared.
BIFA adds youth to its national Council
*PRESS RELEASE* Kyle Lawrence and Laura Hobby have been selected to join the British International Freight Association’s Council, a 33-strong group that acts as a sounding board for the views of the trade association’s membership.
BIFA promotes the value of freight forwarders at Multimodal 2022
The trade association that represents UK freight forwarders and logistics service providers will be using the forthcoming Multimodal 2022 event to emphasise the benefits of using its members’ services.
Young Forwarder Network Gets Back On Track
Having ground to a halt in 2020 as a result of Covid-19, there has been a welcome return of face-to-face meetings for the Young Forwarder Network (YFN) created by the British International Freight Association in 2019.
BIFA Appeals To UK Government Following Border Operating Model Announcement
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BIFA not surprised at delay to next phase of Border Operating Model
Commenting on the news that the government will not be implementing the next phase of the Border Operating Model in July, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) says it is not surprised.
BIFA Press Release – No surprise at rumours of further delays in EU-UK trade procedures says UK freight association
Commenting on the spate of media reports that the government is considering a delay in the implementation of the next phase of the Border Operating Model, the freight sector says that it comes as no great surprise.
UK Freight Association Strengthens Policy and Compliance Team
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has strengthened its Policy and Compliance team with the appointment of Igor Popovics as policy and compliance advisor with responsibility for Customs and frontier-related issues.
Air Cargo Growth Continues in February, up 2.9%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air cargo markets showing that demand increased in February despite a challenging operating backdrop.
Freight Association Welcomes HMRC’s Ramped Up Communication With Trade On New Customs Declarations Processing System
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