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GPG BIFA – A Guide to the CTU code
The improvement of safety and security throughout the logistics supply chain is a subject many national and global organisations embrace. BIFA has in the past promoted the United Nations sponsored
GPG FIATA – Guide to Demurrage and Detention in Container Shipping
GPG BIFA – A Guide to the international maritime dangerous goods (IMDG) code
Courtesy of the International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA). This is not a substitute for the IMDG Code, but a useful reference document.
GPG BIFA – A Guide for Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) applicants
AEO was introduced by the World Customs Organisation (WCO) in 2008 as part of their SAFE Framework of Standards. All WCO members have committed to implementing a version of the
GPG BIFA – A Guide to the bribery act
The Bribery Act came into force on 1st July 2011 and all businesses should ensure that they are compliant with the Act. This requires a review of internal policies and
GPG BIFA – A Guide to cargo agency agreements
Over the course of a year BIFA receives numerous calls regarding Freight Forwarding Agency Agreements and what should be contained within them. At this point, it is emphasised that this
GPG BIFA – A Guide to logistics agreements
The services provided by freight forwarders and logistics suppliers can be complex. This complexity has added innovation and value, enabling the customer to outsource much of what was previously done
GPG BIFA – A Guide to the basics of insurance
It is a condition of BIFA membership that all Members carry freight liability insurance including errors and omissions cover. If a BIFA Member sells marine cargo insurance to customers it
GPG BIFA – A Guide to the use of Incoterms®
Incoterms® are internationally accepted rules for the interpretation of the most commonly used trade terms in foreign trade and were developed and published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
GPG BIFA – A Guide to documentary letters of credit
Letters of credit exist primarily to assist the seller in receiving guaranteed payment for goods from the buyer through the international banking system. They also help protect the buyer from
GPG BIFA – A Guide to dealing with personal effects
Arguably the largest number of complaints BIFA receives against its Members come from individual members of the public who are shipping their personal effects. Few things are more stressful for
