Lane one westbound of the A14 Orwell Bridge, in Ipswich, is closed due to discovering, during a routine inspection, that one of the bridge joints is in a potentially unsafe
UK HGV operators who do business in the EU have reported that they are unable to maintain usual business operations without their drivers exceeding 90 out of 180 days in
TfL | The Silvertown tunnel will open in 2025 and will help reduce congestion and deliver faster, more reliable journeys in east London, including new public transport connections. In preparation
As recently communicated in BIFAlink and on BIFAlink TV, a new EU Entry-Exit System (EES) is being introduced. At the time our communications were published, the implementation date was unclear, but
Both BIFA and RHA members who do business in the EU have reported that they are unable to maintain usual business operations without their drivers exceeding 90 out of 180
Please be reminded that the Blackwall Tunnel will be closed to southbound traffic across the following weekends 1-3 June, 8-10 June and 29 June-1 July, to help support carriageway works
In response to the recent issues relating to the Automatic Licence Verification System (ALVS), HMRC and Defra have created the following documents. These guides provide technical detail on how to
The Blackwall Tunnel will be closed to southbound traffic across a number of weekends in May and June to help support carriageway works on the northbound Blackwall Tunnel approach. Please
BIFA has been highlighting the implementation of the Direct Vision Standard to its Members, which is part of the Mayor of London’s vision to eliminate all deaths and major injuries
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
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
BIFA has been asked by the DfT to bring your attention to the likelihood of disruption on cross channel routes this weekend. Please see the updated message from DfT below.
British International Freight Association
Redfern House,
Browells Lane,
Feltham,
Middlesex
TW13 7EP
Telephone: 020 8844 2266
