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BIFA Regional Members Meeting – Anglia
Join us and our external guest speakers for updates on the key local and national issues that are impacting your business. This meeting is the perfect forum for you to share your views on these topics with fellow members and the BIFA team.
External Speaker Topics
John Coups and Gemma Thompson – Port of Felixstowe
There will be an update on current operations at the port, including the introduction of new services.
Christopher Gilbert – Suffolk New College
Christopher will advise members on current course updates followed by a live survey of the staffing needs and requirements of our members – present and future.
Kieran Rodwell – MCP Plc
Kieran will update us on the forthcoming upgrades to their CSP. This is a great opportunity for you to share any feedback and questions around the system.
Dale Weeding – Felixstowe Port Health
Dale will share the latest news on any changes expected in the coming weeks. Another great opportunity to share your feedback and questions.
Jason Flower – Felixstowe Port Users Association
Jason will once again be sharing news relating to the Port and inviting you to the FPUA’s forthcoming charity Golf event in May.
A representative from Felixstowe/Harwich Border Force will also be in attendance to discuss operational challenges and seek your feedback.
Additional BIFA Topics
We will also be discussing:
• BIFA’s new AI and Technology Working Group: how BIFA is planning to advise members on the impact and adoption of AI across their business.
• Customs, Air, Road, Rail, Maritime and Sustainability updates: key insights from the latest BIFA policy group meetings
• Training & Development: the latest modules available to members via BIFA Bitesize e-Learning and access to the BIFA website portal.
• BIFA Member Engagement: Forthcoming member events
• Reinvigorating the Young Forwarder Network community: In line with our new Patronage scheme, we will be urging our members to increase their support of the YFN and encouraging their teams to join our community and attend our events
• BIFA Member PR Database: Join our PR segment within our existing mailing list and be among the first to receive media enquiries/publicity opportunities on the industry’s most pressing issues
Refreshments will be available throughout the meeting; with a light lunch taking place after to give our members an opportunity to network with industry colleagues.
To register your attendance at this meeting, please register HERE!
For further information about this meeting, please contact your BIFA Regional Consultant, Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com)
**Regional events are open to all full and associate members only**
