If you are an Aviation Security Regulated Agent, you will have been contacted by the Department of Transport concerning Variation Direction & Guidance – Protection of Secure Cargo & Mail.
Protection of Secure Cargo
Category: General
BTOM – Changes to Entry in Declarants Record (EIDR)
As part of the latest developments in the implementation of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM), HMRC has announced some forthcoming changes which will affect all authorised Simplified Customs Declaration
Fluorinated Gas Controls (FGAS) – Changes to Declaration Completion Requirements
HMRC has issued an announcement to notify traders regarding the declaration completion changes for imports of fluorinated gases effective from 1st February 2024. Please see below the verbatim message receive
BIFA and the South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) Announce Their Collaboration Programme
To further promote and strengthen the industry, BIFA has partnered with the SHCG and urges Members to get involved! Our joint vision is to enable the SHCG to develop and deliver
Single Trade Window – Trade Bulletin (February 2024)
Following the publication of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) announced in August 2023, HMRC committed to provide a more detailed update on the Single Trade Window delivery plans. As
BIFA Urges Members to Consider Recruiting Apprentices
Press Release | It’s a tough call, with so much uncertainty facing the freight forwarding and logistics sector, but now is the time to step up apprentice recruitment, says the
Further NCTS 5 Update – January 30th 2024
Following the initial announcement related to NCTS 5 implementation, HMRC has released further Phase 5 information listing a number of improvements which will not be effective until 22 January 2025.
2 Days to Go – SPS Import Controls from 31st January 2024
As you might be aware, new import controls for SPS goods imported from the EU are coming into force on January 31st. Please see below a reminder from DEFRA, which
IATA and ICAO renew dangerous goods agreement for air cargo
IATA and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have extended their cooperation for setting and implementing global standards for the safe carriage of dangerous goods by air. The agreement sees
Enforcement Action Over Dangerous E-Bike Battery Imported to the UK
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has announced enforcement action and consumer warnings regarding a hazardous e-bike battery produced by a Chinese manufacturer, UPP. Published on January 22,
Suzi Perry Reveals Winners of BIFA Freight Service Awards
Press Release | Suzi Perry, hosted a crowd of 550 at the British International Freight Association’s 2023 Freight Service Awards, which took place at the Brewery in London. The ‘
Update from Dover Port Health Authority regarding location of the Short Straits BCP
BIFA has been contacted by Dover Port Health, the Association has clarified its position that it will report facts and pass messages on to its Members. However, due to the
