From 28 October 2024, the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) requirements are changing to improve the safety of all road users. To enter and operate in Greater London, any HGV over
Are you ready for the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) changes?
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DEFRA – Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) Webinars
As we are approaching the implementation date of the new SPS import controls on the 31st of January 2024, DEFRA has announced a series of webinars to help traders gain
Transit Guidance – January 2024
Members have recently raised concerns regarding the procedures followed by some customs agents when dealing with shipments moved under Common Transit. At a recent Member Meeting, compliant Members highlighted that
CDS declaration change to DE [7/15]
There has been a relatively small but important change to the processing of CDS customs declarations for Data Element [7/15] (Nationality of active means of transport crossing the border).Transport Information (Modes, Means and
Attacks on Shipping in the Red Sea
BIFA has received several messages from Members regarding the recent attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, and we have been liaising with other trade associations on this subject. The
Decarbonising the Logistics Supply Chain – Part 1
Emissions from global logistics are set to increase by 42% by 2050 – making it the highest emitting sector by 2050 if nothing changes – yet need to halve by
Get Ready – Moving Goods From the Island of Ireland to Great Britain
HMRC has issued a reminder for traders regarding the changes for movements of goods from the island of Ireland to Great Britain, coming to force from 31 January 2024. Please
HMRC – CDS Exports Transition Update
The HM Revenue and Customs has shared with BIFA an information package containing important updates regarding the upcoming phase of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) Export Transitioning. This comprehensive package
BIFA and ASM Webinar Will Help Businesses Prepare for Final Migration to CDS for Exports
Press Release | On March 30, 2024, HMRC will formally close the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system for exports, and businesses will need to declare all
HMRC – Online Trade Tariff User Research
HMRC is seeking participants to take part in research related to the Online Trade Tariff service. The aim is to gain general feedback of those that use the service and
Short Straits disruption – Message from DFT
We have been advised by the Department for Transport that, leading up to the Xmas holiday season, transport delays are anticipated at the Port of Dover. Below is a message
Import of SPS Goods Via the Short Straits – One Government-Run Border Control Post
On 17 November, the UK government announced its intention that Sanitary and Phytosanitary checks on goods arriving through the shorts straits should be undertaken at Sevington Inland Border Control Post.
