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SUMMARY:Air Policy Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Appointed by the BIFA Board of Directors\, Policy Groups are representative Working Committees\, as are necessary for the promotion of specialised interests and activities of BIFA Members and Regulations. \nThe BIFA Air Policy Group focuses on issues related to air freight and the broader air cargo industry. The group provides a platform for members to engage in discussions about industry trends\, regulatory changes\, and operational challenges specific to air transport. By collaborating with IATA and FIATA\, airports\, and regulatory authorities\, the group ensures that BIFA members’ interests are represented and that the air freight sector remains efficient and compliant. \nPLEASE NOTE: This is a closed group and operates on a strict invite-only policy. For questions relating to this group\, contact Andy Cooke: a.cooke@bifa.org \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/air-policy-group-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Policy Group Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting – Solent
DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, Members will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at a national level. BIFA Regional Representative Paul Cunningham will chair the meeting\, with other relevant BIFA personnel in attendance. \nMembers will be brought up to date with the latest information from the Policy groups and have an opportunity to discuss issues they are seeing in their daily operations. The meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nBOOK NOW \nFor further information\, contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Paul Cunningham (p.cunningham@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-solent-14/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA Webinar – Introducing the 2025 BIFA Standard Trading Conditions
DESCRIPTION:In view of the changing nature of the business activities of many BIFA members\, BIFA conducted a thorough review of its Standard Trading Conditions (STC) during the first half of 2025. In addition\, the recent legislative changes stemming from the UK leaving the European Union and increasing friction in global trade have necessitated a number of amendments. \nThe review was led by BIFA’s Legal and Insurance Policy Group in consultation with solicitors\, insurers and the wider BIFA Membership.  The review resulted in the biggest rewrite of the BIFA STC since they were originally published in 1988. In this webinar\, Robert Windsor will present the 2025 conditions to Members\, pointing out the most significant changes to the wording of clauses and the potential impacts on Members’ business. \nThe new conditions will be the only valid BIFA STC after 31 December 2025. Members will be reminded that the STC must be properly incorporated into all customer contracts in order that the member benefits from the protections offered and that the new terms must be brought to the attention of all existing customers. Insurers and any overseas agents must also be advised of the switch to the new set of conditions. \nBOOK NOW \nCopies of all relevant documents relating to the rewritten STC will be available on the BIFA website.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/webinar/
CATEGORIES:Member webinar
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SUMMARY:YFN Port Tour - DP World London Gateway
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a large container port? \nInvite one of your young colleagues to join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of DP World London Gateway – the UK’s most advanced port and integrated logistics hub. \nLondon Gateway’s highly productive deep-water berths are built to handle the world’s largest vessels and its state-of-the-art technology means that it can do this in the safest\, most reliable and efficient way. \nThis three-hour interactive session will cover all aspects of landside and ship-side activity\, including an outside terminal port tour to see container ships\, trucks and rail freight in operation. \nIn addition to exploring the operational element\, delegates will also leave with an appreciation of the investment taking place in an ever-changing marketplace as ships get bigger and bigger. \nThere will be an opportunity for delegates to ask questions and take part in some interactive learning as well. \nBOOK NOW \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION \n\nNumbers are restricted to 30\, so only register if you know you can make it.\nYou must bring valid photo ID for access to the port. No photo ID\, no entry!\nThis is a working port\, and attendees are expected to follow health and safety instructions.\n\n Spaces are limited – to ensure fairness to all our BIFA members\, we can only accept two bookings per company. \nThis FREE event is ONLY open to employees (under the age of 32 or new to the industry) of BIFA member companies. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member HERE. \nYour attendance is only confirmed by registering via Eventbrite. Remember to save this event in your calendar after booking a ticket.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/yfn-port-tour-dp-world-london-gateway/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:Liverpool Annual Charity Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join BIFA and its Members for a black-tie evening of entertainment and raising much-needed funds for local charities. During the evening we will be raising funds for Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice\, Help for Heroes and the Sea Cadets. If you are able to offer a donation for the auction\, please contact bifaevents@bifa.org \nBIFA is grateful to the following sponsors who have contributed to the event this year: \n       \nBook your tickets now to join us at this evening of goodwill and celebration! \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/liverpool-annual-charity-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events
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SUMMARY:Business Leaders Forum
DESCRIPTION:The next Business Leaders Forum will take place at ETC Venues\, Monument\, London. \n09:00 – 09:30 Registration & refreshments \n09:30 – 12:30 Business Leaders Forum \n12:30 – 13:00 Networking refreshments \nPlease feel free to stay and join us for the BIFA Annual General Meeting \n13:00 – 13:15 BIFA AGM \n13:15 Departure \nTo register for your FREE ticket to this event\, book now via the button below. \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/business-leaders-forum-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Leaders Forum
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SUMMARY:AVSEC
DESCRIPTION:BOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/avsec/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T080000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Bitesize (Non-Member)
DESCRIPTION:BOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-bitesize-non-member/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T110000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Freight Service Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS NOW ON SALE\nThursday 14th January 2027 will see the 38th BIFA Freight Service Awards ceremony luncheon take place at The Brewery\, in central London. \nThe Awards comprise both business and individual categories\, including the Apprentice of the Year category and the Young Freight Forwarder category. The event has long been sponsored by renowned companies and is recognised as one of the most prestigious in the industry. \nWinning a BIFA Freight Service Award provides the ultimate recognition of your organisation’s special achievements across a variety of specialisms. Finalists are judged independently by our panel of respected industry figures. \nTo join us and celebrate the winners in style\, book your tickets to the ceremony in January 2027! \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-freight-service-awards-2026-competition/
CATEGORIES:BIFA Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Avonmouth
DESCRIPTION:Members will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Paul Cunningham and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will be brought up to date with the latest information from the Policy groups and have an opportunity to discuss issues they are seeing in their daily operations. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nTo attend this meeting\, register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Paul Cunningham (p.cunningham@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-avonmouth-12/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Avonmouth
DESCRIPTION:Members will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Paul Cunningham and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will be brought up to date with the latest information from the Policy groups and have an opportunity to discuss issues they are seeing in their daily operations. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nTo attend this meeting\, register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Paul Cunningham (p.cunningham@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-avonmouth-12-2/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T100752Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Members will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Jack Rice and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will be brought up to date with the latest information from the Policy groups and have an opportunity to discuss issues they are seeing in their daily operations. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nTo attend this meeting\, register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Jack Rice (j.rice@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-glasgow-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Members will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Jack Rice and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will be brought up to date with the latest information from the Policy groups and have an opportunity to discuss issues they are seeing in their daily operations. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nTo attend this meeting\, register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Jack Rice (j.rice@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-glasgow-4/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T173000
DTSTAMP:20260807T091400Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN - Preventing Organised Crime in International Logistics
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \n  \nJoin us at the next BIFA YFN event where our guest speakers will be the team from Operation PANDORA (Joint Borders Intelligence Team)\, who are working with the shipping and forwarding trade to combat this. \n  \nThey will give a fascinating and interactive insight to this huge issue with input from Border Force\, Counter Terrorism Police\, HMRC and the National Crime Agency. \n  \nYou will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes\, tobacco and organised immigration crime. You will also learn how you can protect the reputation of your business and help safeguard the public\, by raising your awareness. \n  \nDuring the event\, we will also provide a brief update from BIFA and there will be an opportunity for networking. \n  \nThis event is ONLY open to BIFA member employees aged 32 or under\, or new to the industry. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member HERE. \n  \nTo attend this event\, register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-preventing-organised-crime-in-international-logistics-2/
LOCATION:TBC Sep 23 – Regional Members Meeting – Stansted
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T173000
DTSTAMP:20260807T091400Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN - Preventing Organised Crime in International Logistics
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \n  \nJoin us at the next BIFA YFN event where our guest speakers will be the team from Operation PANDORA (Joint Borders Intelligence Team)\, who are working with the shipping and forwarding trade to combat this. \n  \nThey will give a fascinating and interactive insight to this huge issue with input from Border Force\, Counter Terrorism Police\, HMRC and the National Crime Agency. \n  \nYou will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes\, tobacco and organised immigration crime. You will also learn how you can protect the reputation of your business and help safeguard the public\, by raising your awareness. \n  \nDuring the event\, we will also provide a brief update from BIFA and there will be an opportunity for networking. \n  \nThis event is ONLY open to BIFA member employees aged 32 or under\, or new to the industry. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member HERE. \n  \nTo attend this event\, register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-preventing-organised-crime-in-international-logistics/
LOCATION:TBC Sep 23 – Regional Members Meeting – Stansted
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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