The European Commission announced on the 10th October that it has decided to delay the introduction of the Entry/Exit System (EES), the bloc’s automated registry for short-stay travellers that was
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BIFA Leads The Conversation In New ITN Business Programme
BIFA is taking a prominent role in a news-style programme, Transforming Logistics: Precision and Purpose, produced by ITN Business and launched today at the trade association’s Business Leaders Forum. The
CDS Update 4.6.0 – Additional Information
Following the recent CDS update, HMRC has issued a series of additional guides to assist members with the latest developments. The following guides offer information on: – CDS 4.6.0 Release
US Dock Strike Action Suspended
BIFA and its members welcome the news that the International Longshoremen’s Association has reached a deal with the US Maritime Alliance to suspend the first East Coast and Gulf Coast
Safety and Security Declaration (ENS)
Please be advised that the waiver for Safety and Security declaration (ENS) requirement for goods imported from the EU has been extended from 31 October 2024 to 31 January 2025, as
Gregg Wallace MBE to host BIFA Freight Service Awards
Press Release | The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added a culinary touch to its annual Freight Service Awards event, as the deadline for entries this year is extended. BIFA’s
Urgent Reminder for Emergency Contact Telephone Number for Shipments of Dangerous Goods
The Cargo Integrity Group has issued an urgent reminder that all shipments of dangerous goods need to be accompanied by an emergency contact telephone number, following recent experiences reported by
US Port Workers Initiate Strike Action
After months of speculation, today’s media headlines indicate that the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) has initiated a strike that will see workers walk off the job across dozens of ports
NCTS 5 Update – Changes to address used for the ‘Holder of the Transit Procedure’
As part of the NCTS phase 5 implementation process, HMRC has announced further information related to address changes used for the ‘Holder of the Transit Procedure’. Please see below the
Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS) Releases Guidelines for Carriage of Charcoal in Containers
A recent report was published by CINS in conjunction with the International Group of P& I Clubs and the TT Club, detailing new guidelines for the Safe Carriage of Charcoal.
CDS 4.6.0 Update
Following the initial announcement regarding the CDS 4.6.0 update, HMRC has released an updated document with additional changes coming into force from the 26th of September 2024. The document provides additional
NCTS5 Update and Webinar Invite
HMRC has issued a number of updates related to: – The Final State Rules coming live on 22 January 2025, which will include the ability to amend pre-lodged declarations. Click