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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Solent
DESCRIPTION:Joining us at the meeting will provide you with the latest updates and discussions on the key issues impacting your business. We will also be joined by outstanding guest speakers to provide you with updates on various industry topics. \nThroughout the meeting\, you will also have the opportunity to share your views and ask our guest speakers and the BIFA team your burning questions. \nGuest Speakers:\nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members. We are therefore delighted to have: \n➔ Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project. During his session\, he will cover two key areas: \n> The latest update from BIFA’s Air Cargo Community Advisory Body including the selection of CCS-UK AIS as the preferred landside slot booking system\n> Member feedback session to identify the main challenges for each stakeholder in the project \n➔ Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present their update on: \n> How the AIS system currently works\n> The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n> The implications and benefits of using AIS \nBIFA’s collaboration with the South Hampshire College Group continues to grow so we are pleased to welcome back: \n➔ Steve Harris\, Group Head of Planning & operations to provide an update on the collaboration with BIFA and details of subsidised courses available for BIFA members \nAdditional Topics:\nAs well as the updates from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on:\n➔ DP World Southampton’s latest developments\n➔ The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: areas of key changes\, plans for briefing members\, and why incorporation is vital\n➔ Customs: Key changes and timeline overview – 2025\n➔ Air Freight\, Ocean\, Road\, and Rail updates: including Dover\, London Gateway\, and Felixstowe\n➔ Member Engagement: scheduled events for 2025 & 2026 and improving member contact details accuracy\n➔ Training & Development: including the new e-learning modules available on BIFA Bitesize accessed via the BIFA portal\n➔ Update on the Solent Young Forwarder Network (YFN) \nTea\, coffee and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-solent-8/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Solent
DESCRIPTION:Joining us at the meeting will provide you with the latest updates and discussions on the key issues impacting your business. We will also be joined by outstanding guest speakers to provide you with updates on various industry topics. \nThroughout the meeting\, you will also have the opportunity to share your views and ask our guest speakers and the BIFA team your burning questions. \nGuest Speakers:\nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members. We are therefore delighted to have: \n➔ Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project. During his session\, he will cover two key areas: \n> The latest update from BIFA’s Air Cargo Community Advisory Body including the selection of CCS-UK AIS as the preferred landside slot booking system\n> Member feedback session to identify the main challenges for each stakeholder in the project \n➔ Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present their update on: \n> How the AIS system currently works\n> The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n> The implications and benefits of using AIS \nBIFA’s collaboration with the South Hampshire College Group continues to grow so we are pleased to welcome back: \n➔ Steve Harris\, Group Head of Planning & operations to provide an update on the collaboration with BIFA and details of subsidised courses available for BIFA members \nAdditional Topics:\nAs well as the updates from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on:\n➔ DP World Southampton’s latest developments\n➔ The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: areas of key changes\, plans for briefing members\, and why incorporation is vital\n➔ Customs: Key changes and timeline overview – 2025\n➔ Air Freight\, Ocean\, Road\, and Rail updates: including Dover\, London Gateway\, and Felixstowe\n➔ Member Engagement: scheduled events for 2025 & 2026 and improving member contact details accuracy\n➔ Training & Development: including the new e-learning modules available on BIFA Bitesize accessed via the BIFA portal\n➔ Update on the Solent Young Forwarder Network (YFN) \nTea\, coffee and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-solent-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20241204T101631Z
CREATED:20241204T101631Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Heathrow
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free meeting for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and to share your views with fellow members\, our guest speakers and the BIFA team. \nGuest speakers: \nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members. We are therefore delighted to have: \n➔ Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project. During his session\,  \nAndy will update the meeting with the latest from the Advisory Body\, LHR congestion & AIS rollout meeting 29th July \n➔ Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present: \n> How the AIS system currently works\n> The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n> The implications and benefits of using AIS \nThis will be followed by a short\, structured session of discussion and member feedback to identify further essential AIS functionality and working practices for the Landside Congestion Project.  A reminder of the operational areas we will address will be sent out before the meeting\, so members have time to prepare their views. \n➔ National Highways Planning have been invited to join the Landside congestion discussions \nWe will have updates from the BIFA team on: \n\nThe major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: areas of key changes\, plans for briefing members\, and why incorporation is vital \n\n\nCustoms: key changes and timeline overview – 2025\nAir Freight\, Road\, Rail and Port updates including Dover\, London Gateway\, Felixstowe and DP World Southampton\nSustainability Policy Group\nMember Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal \nTraining and Development including the new of BIFA bitesize e learning modules accessed via the BIFA portal. \nRe-energising the Heathrow Young Forwarder network.\n\nTea\, coffee and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-heathrow-7/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20241204T101631Z
CREATED:20241204T101631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T101631Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Heathrow
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this free meeting for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and to share your views with fellow members\, our guest speakers and the BIFA team. \nGuest speakers: \nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members. We are therefore delighted to have: \n➔ Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project. During his session\,  \nAndy will update the meeting with the latest from the Advisory Body\, LHR congestion & AIS rollout meeting 29th July \n➔ Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present: \n> How the AIS system currently works\n> The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n> The implications and benefits of using AIS \nThis will be followed by a short\, structured session of discussion and member feedback to identify further essential AIS functionality and working practices for the Landside Congestion Project.  A reminder of the operational areas we will address will be sent out before the meeting\, so members have time to prepare their views. \n➔ National Highways Planning have been invited to join the Landside congestion discussions \nWe will have updates from the BIFA team on: \n\nThe major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: areas of key changes\, plans for briefing members\, and why incorporation is vital \n\n\nCustoms: key changes and timeline overview – 2025\nAir Freight\, Road\, Rail and Port updates including Dover\, London Gateway\, Felixstowe and DP World Southampton\nSustainability Policy Group\nMember Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal \nTraining and Development including the new of BIFA bitesize e learning modules accessed via the BIFA portal. \nRe-energising the Heathrow Young Forwarder network.\n\nTea\, coffee and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-heathrow-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T164721Z
CREATED:20241204T164721Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Anglia
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nWe will be joined by Richard Steeples\, Border Force\, Freight Engagement & Data Acquisition Team\, with an update on the change of tone around S&S compliance action and the latest position on GVMS \nHear from Kieran Rodwell\, Business Development Manager\, MCP Plc \nYou will also hear an industry update from Felixstowe/Harwich Border Force – Jenny Sharp\, Assistant Director \nDuring the meeting\, you will get an update on the latest activity from Felixstowe Port Health – Dale Weeding\, Business Solutions Manager \nReceive an update from the Felixstowe Port Users Association – Jason Flower\, Chairman \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-anglia-7/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T164721Z
CREATED:20241204T164721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T164721Z
UID:24691-1759225500-1759237200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Anglia
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nWe will be joined by Richard Steeples\, Border Force\, Freight Engagement & Data Acquisition Team\, with an update on the change of tone around S&S compliance action and the latest position on GVMS \nHear from Kieran Rodwell\, Business Development Manager\, MCP Plc \nYou will also hear an industry update from Felixstowe/Harwich Border Force – Jenny Sharp\, Assistant Director \nDuring the meeting\, you will get an update on the latest activity from Felixstowe Port Health – Dale Weeding\, Business Solutions Manager \nReceive an update from the Felixstowe Port Users Association – Jason Flower\, Chairman \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-anglia-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20250819T103832Z
CREATED:20250819T103832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T103832Z
UID:21475-1759413600-1759424400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team.\nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nWe will be joined by Haroon Chughtai\, iCustoms\, with his presentation on the AI use cases in customs and across the supply chain\, and how forwarders can reduce manual work and compliance risks throughout \nYou will also hear from a representative from dnata with an update on the latest developments on the Advanced Information System (AIS) \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Labour Party Conference: key takeaways from BIFA’s recent attendance\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving you an opportunity to network. \nYour free ticket to this event also includes a tour of the museum! \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant\, 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20250819T103832Z
CREATED:20250819T103832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T103832Z
UID:24737-1759413600-1759424400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team.\nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nWe will be joined by Haroon Chughtai\, iCustoms\, with his presentation on the AI use cases in customs and across the supply chain\, and how forwarders can reduce manual work and compliance risks throughout \nYou will also hear from a representative from dnata with an update on the latest developments on the Advanced Information System (AIS) \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Labour Party Conference: key takeaways from BIFA’s recent attendance\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving you an opportunity to network. \nYour free ticket to this event also includes a tour of the museum! \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant\, 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-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T154357Z
CREATED:20241204T154357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T154357Z
UID:24683-1759829400-1759842000@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \n  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \n  \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025 \n-> Border Force: Update on the closure of the public counter in Building 302 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T154357Z
CREATED:20241204T154357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T154357Z
UID:19257-1759829400-1759842000@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \n  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \n  \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025 \n-> Border Force: Update on the closure of the public counter in Building 302 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-8/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T153000
DTSTAMP:20241204T154627Z
CREATED:20241204T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T154627Z
UID:24684-1759924800-1759937400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics \n  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \nWe will also be joined by Bruce Hailey from Salvus Law\, who will be discussing trending legal matters that he is experiencing across our sector. \n  \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025 \n-> Border Force: Update on the closure of the public counter in Building 302 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-manchester-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T153000
DTSTAMP:20241204T154627Z
CREATED:20241204T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T154627Z
UID:19259-1759924800-1759937400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics \n  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \nWe will also be joined by Bruce Hailey from Salvus Law\, who will be discussing trending legal matters that he is experiencing across our sector. \n  \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025 \n-> Border Force: Update on the closure of the public counter in Building 302 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-manchester-8/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T101238Z
CREATED:20241204T101238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T101238Z
UID:19219-1760007600-1760014800@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Avonmouth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and to share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by an outstanding line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nThe redevelopment of the Heathrow cargo facilities: we are delighted to be joined by Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant to cover two key areas: \n• The latest update from the Air Cargo Community Advisory Body meeting held in July\, including the selection of BT’s CCS-UK AIS as the preferred landside cargo movement slot booking system\n• Identifying the main challenges for each of the key stakeholders in the Landside Congestion Project \nWe will also be joined by Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, with his update on how the AIS system currently works\, the plan to add functionality to optimise the landside movements for imports & export\, and the benefits & implications of using AIS \nDuring the meeting\, you will also hear from Rob Hazelton\, Senior Leader responsible for Development for the City of Bristol College\, and Managing Director of Partners in Bristol. He will update you on the plan for BIFA and the college to develop a strong collaboration to develop skills and courses relevant to our industry \nWith many forwarders looking at how the rise in technology will impact the industry\, we are delighted to be joined by Cameron Bell\, CEO of Ewanoir\, with his presentation on how and why AI is impacting freight forwarding\, offering a different perspective you may not have considered before \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Air\, Road\, Rail\, and Port activity: including key updates on Southampton\, Dover\, London Gateway\, and Felixstowe\n-> Member Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal\n-> Training and Development: the newest modules for the BIFA bitesize e-learning accessed via the BIFA portal\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Avonmouth Young Forwarder Network: upcoming events and how we’re looking to develop and strengthen the region \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-9/
LOCATION:Hobbis joins British International Freight Association Board
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T101238Z
CREATED:20241204T101238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T101238Z
UID:24669-1760007600-1760014800@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Avonmouth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and to share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by an outstanding line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nGuest Speakers\nThe redevelopment of the Heathrow cargo facilities: we are delighted to be joined by Andy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant to cover two key areas: \n• The latest update from the Air Cargo Community Advisory Body meeting held in July\, including the selection of BT’s CCS-UK AIS as the preferred landside cargo movement slot booking system\n• Identifying the main challenges for each of the key stakeholders in the Landside Congestion Project \nWe will also be joined by Mark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, with his update on how the AIS system currently works\, the plan to add functionality to optimise the landside movements for imports & export\, and the benefits & implications of using AIS \nDuring the meeting\, you will also hear from Rob Hazelton\, Senior Leader responsible for Development for the City of Bristol College\, and Managing Director of Partners in Bristol. He will update you on the plan for BIFA and the college to develop a strong collaboration to develop skills and courses relevant to our industry \nWith many forwarders looking at how the rise in technology will impact the industry\, we are delighted to be joined by Cameron Bell\, CEO of Ewanoir\, with his presentation on how and why AI is impacting freight forwarding\, offering a different perspective you may not have considered before \nAdditional Topics\nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Air\, Road\, Rail\, and Port activity: including key updates on Southampton\, Dover\, London Gateway\, and Felixstowe\n-> Member Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal\n-> Training and Development: the newest modules for the BIFA bitesize e-learning accessed via the BIFA portal\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Avonmouth Young Forwarder Network: upcoming events and how we’re looking to develop and strengthen the region \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-9-2/
LOCATION:Hobbis joins British International Freight Association Board
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165003Z
CREATED:20241204T165003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165003Z
UID:24692-1760018400-1760029200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:Essex Port Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BIFA Members are invited to attend the upcoming Essex Port Community Meeting\, hosted by BIFA in conjunction with CNS. \nThis prestigious event will take place on Thursday 9th October from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the 4-star Orsett Hall Hotel\, Grays\, Essex RM16 3HS. \nThis is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the latest developments in local port activities and to network with key industry professionals. Our event promises to be both informative and engaging\, featuring a line-up of esteemed speakers who will share their expertise and vision for the future of our industry. \nHighlights of the Event: \n\nIndustry Updates: BIFA will address the current challenges facing our industry and provide strategic insights for navigating them.\nBusiness Developments: CNS will present a comprehensive business update\, including exciting news about the progress with the new Port Community System.\nLondon Gateway Insights: DP World will offer the latest information on London Gateway activities with an overview of recent developments\nRegulatory updates: Border Force will report on the recent changes for safety and security requirements and future expectations\nNetworking Opportunities: Engage with fellow industry leaders and colleagues over drinks and delicious food\, developing connections that could drive your business forward.\n\nProvisional Agenda: \n\n13:30 – 14:00 Registration and coffee\nWelcome\nBIFA update \nCNS Port Community System update\nBorder Force\, Safety & Security \n15:15 Coffee Break\nDP World port news & Modal Shift Program\nSustainability & Freight Forwarding\nPort health latest news \nQ & A session\n16:30 – 17:00 Buffet & Networking\nClose\n\nThis event is free to attend\, but spaces are limited. Secure your spot today and don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nWe look forward to seeing you on 9 October.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-london-east-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165003Z
CREATED:20241204T165003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165003Z
UID:19285-1760018400-1760029200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:Essex Port Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BIFA Members are invited to attend the upcoming Essex Port Community Meeting\, hosted by BIFA in conjunction with CNS. \nThis prestigious event will take place on Thursday 9th October from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the 4-star Orsett Hall Hotel\, Grays\, Essex RM16 3HS. \nThis is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the latest developments in local port activities and to network with key industry professionals. Our event promises to be both informative and engaging\, featuring a line-up of esteemed speakers who will share their expertise and vision for the future of our industry. \nHighlights of the Event: \n\nIndustry Updates: BIFA will address the current challenges facing our industry and provide strategic insights for navigating them.\nBusiness Developments: CNS will present a comprehensive business update\, including exciting news about the progress with the new Port Community System.\nLondon Gateway Insights: DP World will offer the latest information on London Gateway activities with an overview of recent developments\nRegulatory updates: Border Force will report on the recent changes for safety and security requirements and future expectations\nNetworking Opportunities: Engage with fellow industry leaders and colleagues over drinks and delicious food\, developing connections that could drive your business forward.\n\nProvisional Agenda: \n\n13:30 – 14:00 Registration and coffee\nWelcome\nBIFA update \nCNS Port Community System update\nBorder Force\, Safety & Security \n15:15 Coffee Break\nDP World port news & Modal Shift Program\nSustainability & Freight Forwarding\nPort health latest news \nQ & A session\n16:30 – 17:00 Buffet & Networking\nClose\n\nThis event is free to attend\, but spaces are limited. Secure your spot today and don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nWe look forward to seeing you on 9 October.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-london-east-6/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165219Z
CREATED:20241204T165219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165219Z
UID:24693-1761039900-1761051600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Kent & East Sussex
DESCRIPTION:Join us for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team.\nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nExternal guest speakers will be: \n\nRichard Steeples from Border Force’s freight engagement and data acquisition team will be delivering an update on Safety & Security and GVMS.\nEmma Johnson and Lee Stamps from Border Force\, Rebecca Stevens from HMRC\, Adrian Jones from DEFRA and Liam Flannery from Ashford Port Health will deliver a presentation on the operating procedures at the Sevington Border Facility. \nBeverley Edmondson from Dover Port Health will also provide a local update.\nDoug Bannister\, CEO of the Dover Harbour Board will be delivering an update on port operations and future developments.\nCompleting our line up will be Matthew Grigor from Eurotunnel. Matthew will be sharing insights following the implementation of the EU Entry Exit system on the 12th October.\n\nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our webinar on 23rd October summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the latest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nRefreshments will be available throughout the meeting; with a buffet lunch taking place after to give our members an opportunity to network with industry colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-kent-east-sussex-7-2/
LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T165219Z
CREATED:20241204T165219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165219Z
UID:19287-1761039900-1761051600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Kent & East Sussex
DESCRIPTION:Join us for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team.\nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \nExternal guest speakers will be: \n\nRichard Steeples from Border Force’s freight engagement and data acquisition team will be delivering an update on Safety & Security and GVMS.\nEmma Johnson and Lee Stamps from Border Force\, Rebecca Stevens from HMRC\, Adrian Jones from DEFRA and Liam Flannery from Ashford Port Health will deliver a presentation on the operating procedures at the Sevington Border Facility. \nBeverley Edmondson from Dover Port Health will also provide a local update.\nDoug Bannister\, CEO of the Dover Harbour Board will be delivering an update on port operations and future developments.\nCompleting our line up will be Matthew Grigor from Eurotunnel. Matthew will be sharing insights following the implementation of the EU Entry Exit system on the 12th October.\n\nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our webinar on 23rd October summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the latest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nRefreshments will be available throughout the meeting; with a buffet lunch taking place after to give our members an opportunity to network with industry colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-kent-east-sussex-7/
LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T155009Z
CREATED:20241204T155009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T155009Z
UID:19261-1761125400-1761138000@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics.  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our webinar on 23rd October summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-yorkshire-3/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T155009Z
CREATED:20241204T155009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T155009Z
UID:24685-1761125400-1761138000@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics.  \nGuest Speakers \nWe will be joined by a representative from the Port of Felixstowe\, who will be discussing current and planned developments in and around the Port. \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our webinar on 23rd October summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-yorkshire-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T132344Z
CREATED:20241204T132344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T132344Z
UID:19235-1761217200-1761224400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Gatwick
DESCRIPTION:The next BIFA Gatwick Regional Members Meeting is on 23rd October 2025 11:00-13:00. \nThe aim of the meeting is to ensure that you are fully briefed on key issues that may impact your business and to give you the chance to share your views with fellow members. \nGuest speakers:\nGatwick representatives will give updates on the Northern Runway project and we will discuss with members how cargo operations and landside slot booking needs to be set up to enable the growth in cargo throughput.\nJeremy Taylor\, MD of The Company Connector\, works closely with the Gatwick Diamond business community and will share news on the formation of a Parliamentary All Party Policy Group called “The South East Gatwick Diamond Growth Gateway”.\nThis Policy will have a Transport theme so BIFA will be seeking members views to influence this body on the cargo aspects of the policy. \nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members.\nAndy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project will update the meeting with the latest from the Advisory Body\, LHR congestion & AIS rollout meeting held on 29th July.\nMark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present:\n• How the AIS system currently works\n• The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n• The implications and benefits of using AIS \nCarol Rayfield \,Border Force FEDAT (Freight Engagement and Data)\, will update on Safety and Security followed by Q&A covering:\n• Compliance procedures for ENS declarations and GVMS\n• An increasing focus on repercussions with those carriers/intermediaries failing to address notified compliance issues\n• Plans for the mandatory use of the ENS declaration MRN within the GMR \nWe will have updates from the BIFA team on:\n• The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions:\n• plans for briefing members and guidance documents\n• why incorporation is vital\n• examples of the benefits to members\n• why incorporation is vital\n• Customs: updates from the recent Policy Group meeting held on September 18th\n• Air Freight\, Road\, Rail and Port updates including Dover\, London Gateway\, Felixstowe and DP World Southampton\n• Sustainability Policy Group report including as assessment of the impact of the recent UK-EU Reset Summit\n• Member Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal\n• Training and Development including the new of BIFA bitesize e learning modules accessed via the BIFA portal. \n  \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-gatwick-7/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T132344Z
CREATED:20241204T132344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T132344Z
UID:24675-1761217200-1761224400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Gatwick
DESCRIPTION:The next BIFA Gatwick Regional Members Meeting is on 23rd October 2025 11:00-13:00. \nThe aim of the meeting is to ensure that you are fully briefed on key issues that may impact your business and to give you the chance to share your views with fellow members. \nGuest speakers:\nGatwick representatives will give updates on the Northern Runway project and we will discuss with members how cargo operations and landside slot booking needs to be set up to enable the growth in cargo throughput.\nJeremy Taylor\, MD of The Company Connector\, works closely with the Gatwick Diamond business community and will share news on the formation of a Parliamentary All Party Policy Group called “The South East Gatwick Diamond Growth Gateway”.\nThis Policy will have a Transport theme so BIFA will be seeking members views to influence this body on the cargo aspects of the policy. \nThe re-development of the Heathrow cargo facilities will have a major impact on UK logistics and members.\nAndy Cooke\, BIFA’s External Affairs Consultant\, who is leading our involvement in the re-development project will update the meeting with the latest from the Advisory Body\, LHR congestion & AIS rollout meeting held on 29th July.\nMark Bellis\, BT’s Head of Strategy and Product Development\, and Claudia Carley\, Product and Customs\, will present:\n• How the AIS system currently works\n• The plans to add functionality to optimise landside movements for imports and exports\n• The implications and benefits of using AIS \nCarol Rayfield \,Border Force FEDAT (Freight Engagement and Data)\, will update on Safety and Security followed by Q&A covering:\n• Compliance procedures for ENS declarations and GVMS\n• An increasing focus on repercussions with those carriers/intermediaries failing to address notified compliance issues\n• Plans for the mandatory use of the ENS declaration MRN within the GMR \nWe will have updates from the BIFA team on:\n• The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions:\n• plans for briefing members and guidance documents\n• why incorporation is vital\n• examples of the benefits to members\n• why incorporation is vital\n• Customs: updates from the recent Policy Group meeting held on September 18th\n• Air Freight\, Road\, Rail and Port updates including Dover\, London Gateway\, Felixstowe and DP World Southampton\n• Sustainability Policy Group report including as assessment of the impact of the recent UK-EU Reset Summit\n• Member Engagement: scheduled events and improving member contact details accuracy and access to the BIFA website portal\n• Training and Development including the new of BIFA bitesize e learning modules accessed via the BIFA portal. \n  \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-gatwick-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T170000
DTSTAMP:20250827T131323Z
CREATED:20250827T131323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T131323Z
UID:24740-1762264800-1762275600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Aberdeen
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nGuest Speaker \nYou will hear from a representative from the Port of Aberdeen with an update on the latest developments and activity at the Port. \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Labour Party Conference: key takeaways from BIFA’s recent attendance\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant\, 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-aberdeen-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T170000
DTSTAMP:20250827T131323Z
CREATED:20250827T131323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T131323Z
UID:21572-1762264800-1762275600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Aberdeen
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the session for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nGuest Speaker \nYou will hear from a representative from the Port of Aberdeen with an update on the latest developments and activity at the Port. \nAdditional Topics \nAs well as the update from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest updates on: \n-> The major review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: explaining the 4 key documents that have been created\, the upcoming webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital\n-> Labour Party Conference: key takeaways from BIFA’s recent attendance\n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2025\n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group\n-> Sustainability: updates on upcoming legislation and the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group\n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026\n-> Training & Development: the newest modules on BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \nTea\, coffee\, and snacks will be available before and after the meeting giving members an opportunity to network with colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant\, 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-aberdeen-4/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T123000
DTSTAMP:20251007T121114Z
CREATED:20251007T121114Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Northern Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \n  \nGuest Speakers\n-> Following the positive feedback received at previous meetings\, a representative from HMRC will be a returning speaker at this session. \n-> Alastair Gunn – RHA\, Policy Lead-Trade \n-> Peter Curran – Head of Invest NI’s Dual Market Access Unit \n-> Seamus Kavanagh – IIFA Executive Officer – Irish International Freight Association \n  \nAdditional Topics\nBIFA’s director general Steve Parker will also be in attendance to deliver a round up of the latest BIFA updates: \n-> A summary of the fascinating presentations from the external speakers from BIFA’s 5th Business Leaders Forum \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our future webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2026 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the latest modules available to members via BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nRefreshments will be available throughout the meeting; with a buffet lunch taking place after to give our members an opportunity to network with industry colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Shauneen McConville (shauneenM@tr-logistics.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-northern-ireland-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Northern Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for updates and discussions about the key issues impacting your business and share your views with fellow members and the BIFA team. \nWe will also be joined by our line-up of guest speakers to give you external updates on a range of industry hot topics. \n  \nGuest Speakers\n-> Following the positive feedback received at previous meetings\, a representative from HMRC will be a returning speaker at this session. \n-> Alastair Gunn – RHA\, Policy Lead-Trade \n-> Peter Curran – Head of Invest NI’s Dual Market Access Unit \n-> Seamus Kavanagh – IIFA Executive Officer – Irish International Freight Association \n  \nAdditional Topics\nBIFA’s director general Steve Parker will also be in attendance to deliver a round up of the latest BIFA updates: \n-> A summary of the fascinating presentations from the external speakers from BIFA’s 5th Business Leaders Forum \n-> New BIFA Standard Trading Conditions: You will be invited to join our future webinars summarising what’s changing\, and why proper incorporation is vital \n-> Customs: the key upcoming changes and timelines for 2026 \n-> Surface: the latest takeaways from our Surface Policy Group \n-> Sustainability: the latest takeaways from our Sustainable Logistics Policy Group \n-> Member Engagement: upcoming events for 2025 & 2026 \n-> Training & Development: the latest modules available to members via BIFA Bitesize e-Learning \n  \nRefreshments will be available throughout the meeting; with a buffet lunch taking place after to give our members an opportunity to network with industry colleagues. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Shauneen McConville (shauneenM@tr-logistics.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-northern-ireland-4/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T140000
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SUMMARY:BIFA & CNS Port Community Meeting - Solent
DESCRIPTION:BIFA\, in conjunction with CNS\, will be holding a Solent Port Community meeting on 25th November 2025 from 2pm-5pm at the Mayflower Theatre\, Southampton \nThe meeting will provide updates on latest local port activities\, as well as provide time for networking with industry colleagues over a drink and some food. \nAGENDA: \n13:30 >> Refreshments \n14:00 >> Welcome & Introduction \nSpeakers from: \n\n\n\n\n\nBIFA\nCNS\nDP World Southampton\nABP\nPortsmouth International\nPortico\n\n\n\n\n\n15:30 >> Refreshment break \nSpeakers from: \n\n\n\n\n\nFreightliner\nSolent Stevedores\nBorder Force\nSouth Hampshire College Group\nMaritime Solent\n\n\n\n\n\n16:45 >> Q&A session \n17:00 >> Networking drinks and snacks \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-solent-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA & CNS Port Community Meeting - Solent
DESCRIPTION:BIFA\, in conjunction with CNS\, will be holding a Solent Port Community meeting on 25th November 2025 from 2pm-5pm at the Mayflower Theatre\, Southampton \nThe meeting will provide updates on latest local port activities\, as well as provide time for networking with industry colleagues over a drink and some food. \nAGENDA: \n13:30 >> Refreshments \n14:00 >> Welcome & Introduction \nSpeakers from: \n\n\n\n\n\nBIFA\nCNS\nDP World Southampton\nABP\nPortsmouth International\nPortico\n\n\n\n\n\n15:30 >> Refreshment break \nSpeakers from: \n\n\n\n\n\nFreightliner\nSolent Stevedores\nBorder Force\nSouth Hampshire College Group\nMaritime Solent\n\n\n\n\n\n16:45 >> Q&A session \n17:00 >> Networking drinks and snacks \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please 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-solent-7/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T190000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Northwest Regional Christmas Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BIFA Northwest Regional Christmas Meeting\nLet’s sleigh the season together! \nIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… and what better way to wrap up the year than by jingling all the way to Manchester for a festive evening with the freight and customs community?\nJoin us for the BIFA Northwest Christmas Social; an event where industry professionals and the Young Forwarder Network from across the region come together to mingle\, jingle\, and network in true holiday spirit. \nWhy attend?\n• Reconnect with your freight family and customs crew.\n• Meet the rising stars sleighing it in the industry.\n• Share stories\, challenges\, and a few laughs in a relaxed\, merry setting.\n• Celebrate another year of keeping trade flowing – together! \nWhether you’ve been decking the freight halls for decades or are just starting your journey\, this is the perfect chance to spark connections\, exchange ideas\, and toast to the year gone by. \nLet’s raise a glass (and maybe a candy cane) to the people who make this industry sparkle! \nBIFA will cover the cost of your meal\, all you need to do is pay for your drinks. \nPlease note: to ensure fairness to all BIFA members\, attendance is limited to 2 people per company. Additional names will be placed on a waiting list and accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nSpaces are limited and going faster than Santa’s sleigh – secure your spot HERE!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-northwest-regional-christmas-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings,Seasonal Events,Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:BIFA Northwest Regional Christmas Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BIFA Northwest Regional Christmas Meeting\nLet’s sleigh the season together! \nIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… and what better way to wrap up the year than by jingling all the way to Manchester for a festive evening with the freight and customs community?\nJoin us for the BIFA Northwest Christmas Social; an event where industry professionals and the Young Forwarder Network from across the region come together to mingle\, jingle\, and network in true holiday spirit. \nWhy attend?\n• Reconnect with your freight family and customs crew.\n• Meet the rising stars sleighing it in the industry.\n• Share stories\, challenges\, and a few laughs in a relaxed\, merry setting.\n• Celebrate another year of keeping trade flowing – together! \nWhether you’ve been decking the freight halls for decades or are just starting your journey\, this is the perfect chance to spark connections\, exchange ideas\, and toast to the year gone by. \nLet’s raise a glass (and maybe a candy cane) to the people who make this industry sparkle! \nBIFA will cover the cost of your meal\, all you need to do is pay for your drinks. \nPlease note: to ensure fairness to all BIFA members\, attendance is limited to 2 people per company. Additional names will be placed on a waiting list and accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nSpaces are limited and going faster than Santa’s sleigh – secure your spot HERE!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-northwest-regional-christmas-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings,Seasonal Events,Young Forwarder Network
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