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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN Anglia - Face-to-Face Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place during National Careers Week and near International Women’s Day. Due to the success of the recent London East YFN event\, we are delighted to announce that our next speaker for the Anglia YFN region\, is the first female chair of the London Freight Club\, Chrissy Nichols. \nChrissy is a founder of the Atlantic Pacific Group of companies. She has a huge passion for the industry\, having worked in the sector for over 50 years for importers\, exporters\, freight forwarders\, NVOCC’s and shipping lines\, as well as internationally in Cyprus\, Australia and New Zealand. \nShe is a huge believer in giving back and is involved in several charities and is a Trustee of the Lady McAddan Breast Cancer Trust. She would like to hear your views on how we can inspire the next generation of forwarders and use the YFN to promote logistics in schools and colleges locally. \nSo come along and hear from Chrissy\, her story and thoughts and network with likeminded young professionals. \nAgenda: \n\n15:30: Registration\n16:00: Welcome – YFN Anglia Chair\, Vivi Karasavvaidou-Mougkra\, Maersk\n16:05: Networking\n16:15: YFN UK update from BIFA\n16:20: Guest Speaker – Chrissy Nichols\n16:45: Q&A\n17:00: Future Events\n17:05: BIFA News\n17:15: Networking\n18:00: Close\n\nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-anglia-face-to-face-workshop/
LOCATION:BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN Anglia - Face-to-Face Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place during National Careers Week and near International Women’s Day. Due to the success of the recent London East YFN event\, we are delighted to announce that our next speaker for the Anglia YFN region\, is the first female chair of the London Freight Club\, Chrissy Nichols. \nChrissy is a founder of the Atlantic Pacific Group of companies. She has a huge passion for the industry\, having worked in the sector for over 50 years for importers\, exporters\, freight forwarders\, NVOCC’s and shipping lines\, as well as internationally in Cyprus\, Australia and New Zealand. \nShe is a huge believer in giving back and is involved in several charities and is a Trustee of the Lady McAddan Breast Cancer Trust. She would like to hear your views on how we can inspire the next generation of forwarders and use the YFN to promote logistics in schools and colleges locally. \nSo come along and hear from Chrissy\, her story and thoughts and network with likeminded young professionals. \nAgenda: \n\n15:30: Registration\n16:00: Welcome – YFN Anglia Chair\, Vivi Karasavvaidou-Mougkra\, Maersk\n16:05: Networking\n16:15: YFN UK update from BIFA\n16:20: Guest Speaker – Chrissy Nichols\n16:45: Q&A\n17:00: Future Events\n17:05: BIFA News\n17:15: Networking\n18:00: Close\n\nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-anglia-face-to-face-workshop-2/
LOCATION:BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20240208T155308Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA vYFN - Virtual tour of DP World London Gateway Port
DESCRIPTION:For the second virtual event of the year we get the chance to take a virtual tour of DP World London Gateway Port which currently boasts three deep water berths\, with a fourth under construction\, and is capable of handling 2.4 million TEU annually. \nLocated on the Thames Estuary\, DP World London Gateway is the UK’s most advanced\, connected and integrated logistics hub\, bringing the world’s biggest ships back to London and closer to the largest consumer markets in Western Europe. Its 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 guided virtual port tour will take you through vehicle arrival\, container receipt and onto the container stacks and vessel loading and vice versa for inbound cargo. You will learn about the facilities available and the type of vessels handled in the three deep water berths. \nRegister to attend this online event here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-virtual-tour-of-dp-world-london-gateway-port-2/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T163000
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SUMMARY:BIFA vYFN - Virtual tour of DP World London Gateway Port
DESCRIPTION:For the second virtual event of the year we get the chance to take a virtual tour of DP World London Gateway Port which currently boasts three deep water berths\, with a fourth under construction\, and is capable of handling 2.4 million TEU annually. \nLocated on the Thames Estuary\, DP World London Gateway is the UK’s most advanced\, connected and integrated logistics hub\, bringing the world’s biggest ships back to London and closer to the largest consumer markets in Western Europe. Its 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 guided virtual port tour will take you through vehicle arrival\, container receipt and onto the container stacks and vessel loading and vice versa for inbound cargo. You will learn about the facilities available and the type of vessels handled in the three deep water berths. \nRegister to attend this online event here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-virtual-tour-of-dp-world-london-gateway-port/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T171500
DTSTAMP:20240130T131723Z
CREATED:20240130T131723Z
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SUMMARY:F2F YFN London East - Operation PANDORA
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \nProbably not. Then why not come along to the next BIFA YFN event in the London East region.  \nOur 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. \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. You will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes and 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. \nDuring this event\, we will provide a brief update from BIFA and there will also be time to do some networking. \nWe hope you can make it. \nAgenda \n1415 Registration  \nWelcome \nOperation Pandora Presentation \nYFN Overview  \nBIFA Update \nNetworking \n1715 Close \nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \nRemember to save this event in your calendar. \n***This event is open to employees and employers of BIFA members only.***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-london-east-operation-pandora/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T171500
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SUMMARY:F2F YFN London East - Operation PANDORA
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \nProbably not. Then why not come along to the next BIFA YFN event in the London East region.  \nOur 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. \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. You will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes and 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. \nDuring this event\, we will provide a brief update from BIFA and there will also be time to do some networking. \nWe hope you can make it. \nAgenda \n1415 Registration  \nWelcome \nOperation Pandora Presentation \nYFN Overview  \nBIFA Update \nNetworking \n1715 Close \nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \nRemember to save this event in your calendar. \n***This event is open to employees and employers of BIFA members only.***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-london-east-operation-pandora-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T170000
DTSTAMP:20240115T160834Z
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UID:16034-1707316200-1707325200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:YFN Northwest - Double Offer
DESCRIPTION:Double Offer at YFN NW for both young people and members \nAt the next NW YFN event which falls during National Apprenticeship Week\, we have two events in one. \n10 things I have learnt from my bosses!  \nThey say pick the best traits from your bosses and you won’t go far wrong. Here YFN founder\, Carl Hobbis will give his top 10 tips from his 35 years working in logistics. Don’t worry\, no names will be mentioned. This session aims to give practical tips and will suit aspiring managers and leaders. \nApprenticeship Workshop \nDo you want to recruit an apprentice\, but don’t know how to go about it? \nWe will give you a simple\, practical guide and also get a perspective from apprentices\, training providers and employers. \nAs with any YFN event\, this is free to attend and there will be an opportunity for networking. \nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/yfn-northwest-double-offer/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T170000
DTSTAMP:20240115T160834Z
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UID:24582-1707316200-1707325200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:YFN Northwest - Double Offer
DESCRIPTION:Double Offer at YFN NW for both young people and members \nAt the next NW YFN event which falls during National Apprenticeship Week\, we have two events in one. \n10 things I have learnt from my bosses!  \nThey say pick the best traits from your bosses and you won’t go far wrong. Here YFN founder\, Carl Hobbis will give his top 10 tips from his 35 years working in logistics. Don’t worry\, no names will be mentioned. This session aims to give practical tips and will suit aspiring managers and leaders. \nApprenticeship Workshop \nDo you want to recruit an apprentice\, but don’t know how to go about it? \nWe will give you a simple\, practical guide and also get a perspective from apprentices\, training providers and employers. \nAs with any YFN event\, this is free to attend and there will be an opportunity for networking. \nIf you are interested in attending this event\, please register via Eventbrite HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/yfn-northwest-double-offer-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T163000
DTSTAMP:20240108T121212Z
CREATED:20240108T121212Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - The World of Air Freight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first virtual YFN event of 2024 when Sam Camphion\, Regional Sales Manager UK\, Virgin Atlantic Cargo\, will give us an overview of air freight. Sam is in a unique position to share his knowledge of air freight from an airline\, freight forwarder and customer point of view having previously worked for Kuehne + Nagel and Marks & Spencer. \nThis event will take place as an MS Teams webinar\, please register HERE to attend.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-all-about-air-freight-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T163000
DTSTAMP:20240108T121212Z
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UID:23711-1706110200-1706113800@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - The World of Air Freight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first virtual YFN event of 2024 when Sam Camphion\, Regional Sales Manager UK\, Virgin Atlantic Cargo\, will give us an overview of air freight. Sam is in a unique position to share his knowledge of air freight from an airline\, freight forwarder and customer point of view having previously worked for Kuehne + Nagel and Marks & Spencer. \nThis event will take place as an MS Teams webinar\, please register HERE to attend.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-all-about-air-freight/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T181500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T200000
DTSTAMP:20231108T160058Z
CREATED:20231108T160058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T160058Z
UID:24541-1703096100-1703102400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:YFN London East - Flight Club: Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:YFN Social Networking \nJoin us for an evening combining social networking with a fun game of Darts. \nAttending this event\, you will be able to meet like-minded people and build-up your business connections within the London East region. \nWe expect this event to be popular\, please only book if you can definitely attend. \nAGENDA \n6:15pm: Arrival and Refreshments. \n6:30pm: Start. \n8:00pm: Darts finish. \nNetworking. \nIf you would like to attend\, please book here 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/yfn-london-east-flight-club-social-networking-2/
LOCATION:BIFA Young Forwarder Network adds events to its portfolio
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T200000
DTSTAMP:20231108T160058Z
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UID:23680-1703096100-1703102400@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:YFN London East - Flight Club: Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:YFN Social Networking \nJoin us for an evening combining social networking with a fun game of Darts. \nAttending this event\, you will be able to meet like-minded people and build-up your business connections within the London East region. \nWe expect this event to be popular\, please only book if you can definitely attend. \nAGENDA \n6:15pm: Arrival and Refreshments. \n6:30pm: Start. \n8:00pm: Darts finish. \nNetworking. \nIf you would like to attend\, please book here 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/yfn-london-east-flight-club-social-networking/
LOCATION:BIFA Young Forwarder Network adds events to its portfolio
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T180000
DTSTAMP:20231103T121503Z
CREATED:20231103T121503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T121503Z
UID:23679-1701788400-1701799200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:F2F YFN Anglia - Preventing Organised Crime in International Logistics
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \nProbably not. Then why not come along to the next BIFA YFN event in the Anglia region.  \nOur 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. \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. You will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes and 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. \nDuring this event\, we will provide a brief update from BIFA and there will also be time to do some networking. \nWe hope you can make it. \nAgenda \n1500 Registration  \n1515 Welcome \n1520 Networking \n1530 YFN Overview  \n1545 Operation Pandora Presentation \n1700 BIFA Update \n1715 Networking \n1800 Close \nIf you would like to attend\, please register here \nThis event is open to employees of BIFA members only.  \nRemember to save this event in your calendar after booking a ticket.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-anglia-preventing-organised-crime-in-international-logistics/
LOCATION:BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231205T180000
DTSTAMP:20231103T121503Z
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UID:24540-1701788400-1701799200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:F2F YFN Anglia - Preventing Organised Crime in International Logistics
DESCRIPTION:Have you any idea how much organised crime takes place within our sector? \nProbably not. Then why not come along to the next BIFA YFN event in the Anglia region.  \nOur 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. \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. You will see real-life scenarios of criminality at the border\, including terrorism\, drugs\, firearms\, smuggled cigarettes and 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. \nDuring this event\, we will provide a brief update from BIFA and there will also be time to do some networking. \nWe hope you can make it. \nAgenda \n1500 Registration  \n1515 Welcome \n1520 Networking \n1530 YFN Overview  \n1545 Operation Pandora Presentation \n1700 BIFA Update \n1715 Networking \n1800 Close \nIf you would like to attend\, please register here \nThis event is open to employees of BIFA members only.  \nRemember to save this event in your calendar after booking a ticket.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-anglia-preventing-organised-crime-in-international-logistics-2/
LOCATION:BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T203000
DTSTAMP:20231101T160843Z
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UID:23678-1701279900-1701289800@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:LHR YFN - Dinner & Quiz: Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:About this event \nJoin us for a fun evening of food\, fun\, laughs and networking with a free dinner and entry into the Queen Charlotte pub quiz (optional). There will also be a chance to win a prize if your team is clever enough to win the quiz! Attending this event\, you will be able to meet like-minded people\, make new friends\, and build up your business connections within the Heathrow region. \nBookings close at midday on Wednesday 15 November – so don’t delay! \nBIFA will pay for your main course and entry into the pub quiz. Please confirm on Eventbrite your meal choice and whether you will take part in the quiz. \nPLEASE NOTE: As we need to pre-book the meals and pay in advance\, please only book if you can definitely attend. This event is 18+ ONLY (proof of ID may be required on the day) \nAGENDA: \n\n5:45pm: Arrival\n6:00pm: Dinner\n7:30pm: Quiz starts\n\nIf you’d like to attend\, please book your place here \n**Limited Places Available** Your attendance is only confirmed by registering via the Eventbrite link above. If you find that you are unable to attend after booking\, please cancel your space so that another individual may attend. \nPLEASE NOTE: This FREE event is open to employees of BIFA member companies only. Young people or those new to the industry are welcome to attend. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member via: https://www.bifa.org/member-search
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/lhr-yfn-dinner-quiz-social-networking/
LOCATION:26 freight forwarders make BIFA’s freight service awards shortlist
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T203000
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UID:24539-1701279900-1701289800@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:LHR YFN - Dinner & Quiz: Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:About this event \nJoin us for a fun evening of food\, fun\, laughs and networking with a free dinner and entry into the Queen Charlotte pub quiz (optional). There will also be a chance to win a prize if your team is clever enough to win the quiz! Attending this event\, you will be able to meet like-minded people\, make new friends\, and build up your business connections within the Heathrow region. \nBookings close at midday on Wednesday 15 November – so don’t delay! \nBIFA will pay for your main course and entry into the pub quiz. Please confirm on Eventbrite your meal choice and whether you will take part in the quiz. \nPLEASE NOTE: As we need to pre-book the meals and pay in advance\, please only book if you can definitely attend. This event is 18+ ONLY (proof of ID may be required on the day) \nAGENDA: \n\n5:45pm: Arrival\n6:00pm: Dinner\n7:30pm: Quiz starts\n\nIf you’d like to attend\, please book your place here \n**Limited Places Available** Your attendance is only confirmed by registering via the Eventbrite link above. If you find that you are unable to attend after booking\, please cancel your space so that another individual may attend. \nPLEASE NOTE: This FREE event is open to employees of BIFA member companies only. Young people or those new to the industry are welcome to attend. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member via: https://www.bifa.org/member-search
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/lhr-yfn-dinner-quiz-social-networking-2/
LOCATION:26 freight forwarders make BIFA’s freight service awards shortlist
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T163000
DTSTAMP:20231117T093447Z
CREATED:20231117T093447Z
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UID:24543-1700667000-1700670600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - AI and robotic processes in forwarding
DESCRIPTION:At this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we explore AI and robotic processes in forwarding with our special guest\, Ellie Allday. \nEllie Allday is an automation business analyst with Ligentia UK. Ellie is responsible for scoping out possible automations as well as being an advocate for automation. She is responsible for gathering all the requirements\, assisting developers with any questions as they program\, testing the automations and then working with the teams to implement the automation projects. \nDuring this virtual YFN event\, Ellie will: \n\nprovide an overview of what Robotic Process Automation is – is a robot going to take my job?\ndiscuss the importance of uniforming processes before automation – do all robots have brains?\noutline how and why automation can be useful – do robots really work?\n\nif you would like to join this event\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-ai-and-robotic-processes-in-forwarding-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T163000
DTSTAMP:20231117T093447Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - AI and robotic processes in forwarding
DESCRIPTION:At this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we explore AI and robotic processes in forwarding with our special guest\, Ellie Allday. \nEllie Allday is an automation business analyst with Ligentia UK. Ellie is responsible for scoping out possible automations as well as being an advocate for automation. She is responsible for gathering all the requirements\, assisting developers with any questions as they program\, testing the automations and then working with the teams to implement the automation projects. \nDuring this virtual YFN event\, Ellie will: \n\nprovide an overview of what Robotic Process Automation is – is a robot going to take my job?\ndiscuss the importance of uniforming processes before automation – do all robots have brains?\noutline how and why automation can be useful – do robots really work?\n\nif you would like to join this event\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-ai-and-robotic-processes-in-forwarding/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231115T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231115T163000
DTSTAMP:20230817T110047Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - Recognising Dangerous Goods
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED EVENT – This event will now take place on 15 November \nAt this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we explore the world of Dangerous Goods (DG) with our special guest\, Andy Holton\, committee member of the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP). \nDuring this FREE event\, Andy will take you through the intricacies of Dangerous Goods and the process of identifying them. If you want to learn how to mitigate any future risks when transporting Dangerous Goods then sign up below! \nAbout BADGP:\nBADGP supports professionals working with Dangerous Goods in any capacity and promotes the safe transportation of DG by keeping up to date with current legislations and best practises. \nWhy attend?\n➔ During this event\, you will gain a deeper understanding of the rules and regulations surrounding DG to ensure safe transportation \n➔ Learn how to ask the right questions – discover the key questions that should be posed before accepting shipments involving Dangerous Goods to eliminate any potential risks \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your spot! This event was originally scheduled for 6th September. If you had registered for the previous date your registration has been transferred. \nNB: Attendance at YFN events is limited to employees of BIFA member companies
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-recognising-dangerous-goods/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231115T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231115T163000
DTSTAMP:20230817T110047Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - Recognising Dangerous Goods
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED EVENT – This event will now take place on 15 November \nAt this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we explore the world of Dangerous Goods (DG) with our special guest\, Andy Holton\, committee member of the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP). \nDuring this FREE event\, Andy will take you through the intricacies of Dangerous Goods and the process of identifying them. If you want to learn how to mitigate any future risks when transporting Dangerous Goods then sign up below! \nAbout BADGP:\nBADGP supports professionals working with Dangerous Goods in any capacity and promotes the safe transportation of DG by keeping up to date with current legislations and best practises. \nWhy attend?\n➔ During this event\, you will gain a deeper understanding of the rules and regulations surrounding DG to ensure safe transportation \n➔ Learn how to ask the right questions – discover the key questions that should be posed before accepting shipments involving Dangerous Goods to eliminate any potential risks \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your spot! This event was originally scheduled for 6th September. If you had registered for the previous date your registration has been transferred. \nNB: Attendance at YFN events is limited to employees of BIFA member companies
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-recognising-dangerous-goods-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T180000
DTSTAMP:20230915T095823Z
CREATED:20230915T095823Z
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SUMMARY:London East YFN - Inspiration for a lifetime in logistics
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce that our next speaker for the London East YFN region\, is the current\, and first female\, chair of the London Freight Club\, Chrissy Nichols.  \nChrissy is a founder of the Atlantic Pacific Group of companies. She has worked in the industry for over 50 years for importers\, exporters\, freight forwarders\, NVOCC’s and shipping lines\, as well as internationally in Cyprus\, Australia and New Zealand.  \nShe is a huge believer in giving back and is involved in several charities and is a Trustee of the Lady McAddan Breast Cancer Trust. She would like to hear your views on how we can inspire the next generation of forwarders and use the YFN to promote logistics in schools and colleges locally.  \nSo come along and hear from Chrissy\, her story and thoughts and network with likeminded young professionals.   \nIf you would like to attend\, book your place through Eventbrite here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-inspiration-for-a-lifetime-in-logistics/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T180000
DTSTAMP:20230915T095823Z
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SUMMARY:London East YFN - Inspiration for a lifetime in logistics
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce that our next speaker for the London East YFN region\, is the current\, and first female\, chair of the London Freight Club\, Chrissy Nichols.  \nChrissy is a founder of the Atlantic Pacific Group of companies. She has worked in the industry for over 50 years for importers\, exporters\, freight forwarders\, NVOCC’s and shipping lines\, as well as internationally in Cyprus\, Australia and New Zealand.  \nShe is a huge believer in giving back and is involved in several charities and is a Trustee of the Lady McAddan Breast Cancer Trust. She would like to hear your views on how we can inspire the next generation of forwarders and use the YFN to promote logistics in schools and colleges locally.  \nSo come along and hear from Chrissy\, her story and thoughts and network with likeminded young professionals.   \nIf you would like to attend\, book your place through Eventbrite here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/f2f-yfn-inspiration-for-a-lifetime-in-logistics-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T163000
DTSTAMP:20230919T230021Z
CREATED:20230919T230021Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - Air Charter Options for Cargo
DESCRIPTION:At this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we will be joined by Ekaterina Andreeva\, Head of Business Development – Cargo\, at Chapman Freeborn Airchartering. Join us at this event to learn more about the different types of aircraft available and the areas to consider when setting up a cargo charter flight! This event will be especially interesting to those who work outside of this sector and want to learn more about using ‘air’ to move freight. \nAbout Chapman Freeborn:\nChapman Freeborn has been providing air charter solutions for passenger and cargo movements\, since 1973. They work with clients and experienced carriers to arrange the delivery of time-critical air cargo\, heavy and outsize equipment\, humanitarian goods\, and all other types of freight\, ensuring that shipments reach their destination on budget and on schedule. \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your spot! 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-air-charter-options-for-cargo-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T163000
DTSTAMP:20230919T230021Z
CREATED:20230919T230021Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - Air Charter Options for Cargo
DESCRIPTION:At this virtual Young Forwarder Network event\, we will be joined by Ekaterina Andreeva\, Head of Business Development – Cargo\, at Chapman Freeborn Airchartering. Join us at this event to learn more about the different types of aircraft available and the areas to consider when setting up a cargo charter flight! This event will be especially interesting to those who work outside of this sector and want to learn more about using ‘air’ to move freight. \nAbout Chapman Freeborn:\nChapman Freeborn has been providing air charter solutions for passenger and cargo movements\, since 1973. They work with clients and experienced carriers to arrange the delivery of time-critical air cargo\, heavy and outsize equipment\, humanitarian goods\, and all other types of freight\, ensuring that shipments reach their destination on budget and on schedule. \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your spot! 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-air-charter-options-for-cargo/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231004T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231004T190000
DTSTAMP:20230907T152324Z
CREATED:20230907T152324Z
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SUMMARY:Heathrow YFN - Shaping UKACC's Future
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have for our first LHR YFN event of autumn\, the current chair of the United Kingdom Air Cargo Club (UKACC)\, Dee Morris as our guest speaker.  \nDee will give a short insight into her career in air cargo\, what she has learned over 16 years.  \nIn 2022 she was appointed as chair of the United Kingdom Air Cargo Club (UKACC) and one of her ambitions is to get more young people involved and help shape its sustainable future. This YFN event is a great opportunity to hear from an industry leader and find out how you can get involved in UKACC’s future.  \nAs always\, we will give an update on BIFA and YFN activities and afterwards\, the networking will continue over to bowling – which is optional – across the road from our offices\, which will be free of charge\, and will include food and drink. \nIf you would like to book a space\, please book through Eventbrite here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/shaping-ukaccs-future-with-dee-morris/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231004T190000
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SUMMARY:Heathrow YFN - Shaping UKACC's Future
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have for our first LHR YFN event of autumn\, the current chair of the United Kingdom Air Cargo Club (UKACC)\, Dee Morris as our guest speaker.  \nDee will give a short insight into her career in air cargo\, what she has learned over 16 years.  \nIn 2022 she was appointed as chair of the United Kingdom Air Cargo Club (UKACC) and one of her ambitions is to get more young people involved and help shape its sustainable future. This YFN event is a great opportunity to hear from an industry leader and find out how you can get involved in UKACC’s future.  \nAs always\, we will give an update on BIFA and YFN activities and afterwards\, the networking will continue over to bowling – which is optional – across the road from our offices\, which will be free of charge\, and will include food and drink. \nIf you would like to book a space\, please book through Eventbrite here.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/shaping-ukaccs-future-with-dee-morris-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230927T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230927T163000
DTSTAMP:20230829T230015Z
CREATED:20230829T230015Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - An Evolving Leadership Skillset
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our next virtual YFN event and meet the inspirational Kelly Hobson! \nKelly will share her guidance on the core skills future leaders require and\, how you begin to develop them yourself. \nAbout Kelly:\nKelly is the founder of Shape Tomorrow\, a consultancy that helps businesses develop their brand strategy and embed sustainability into their day-to-day ways of working. Kelly began her international logistics career back in 2005 as a Marketing Manager and has become a respected female leader within the industry\, most recently as Marketing Director for Ligentia. \nOutside of marketing\, Kelly has always been passionate about positive impact and has continued to expand her learning with additional qualifications in sustainability leadership and change management\, as well as joining logistics charity Transaid as an ambassador. Kelly also regularly lectures at The University of Leeds and is an active supporter of their Leaders in Residence and Mentor programme. \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your place!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-an-evolving-leadership-skillset/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230927T163000
DTSTAMP:20230829T230015Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual YFN - An Evolving Leadership Skillset
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our next virtual YFN event and meet the inspirational Kelly Hobson! \nKelly will share her guidance on the core skills future leaders require and\, how you begin to develop them yourself. \nAbout Kelly:\nKelly is the founder of Shape Tomorrow\, a consultancy that helps businesses develop their brand strategy and embed sustainability into their day-to-day ways of working. Kelly began her international logistics career back in 2005 as a Marketing Manager and has become a respected female leader within the industry\, most recently as Marketing Director for Ligentia. \nOutside of marketing\, Kelly has always been passionate about positive impact and has continued to expand her learning with additional qualifications in sustainability leadership and change management\, as well as joining logistics charity Transaid as an ambassador. Kelly also regularly lectures at The University of Leeds and is an active supporter of their Leaders in Residence and Mentor programme. \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Zoom\, so register HERE to secure your place!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-yfn-an-evolving-leadership-skillset-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T143000
DTSTAMP:20230802T142909Z
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SUMMARY:F2F YFN - Tour of DP World Southampton
DESCRIPTION:This event is now SOLD OUT. \nHave you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a large container port? \nThen join us for an interactive tour of DP World Southampton\, which will cover all aspects of landside and shipside activity including an outside terminal port tour to see container ships\, trucks and rail freight in operation. \nIn addition to exploring the operational elements of the port\, delegates will also leave with an appreciation of the investment taking place in an ever-changing marketplace as ships get bigger and bigger. \nLike all face-to-face events\, this session will also be a great opportunity to meet new friends and grow your network of industry connections. \nAgenda:\n10:30-11:00: Sign in at DP World Reception\n11:00: Welcome refreshments and introductions\n11:10: Southampton Port Awareness presentation\n11.40: Meet the operational teams and duty shift manager\n12:25: Outdoor Port Tour commences; landside and shipside\n13.30: Return to the terminal\n13:45: Buffet lunch\n14.15: Q&A\n14:30: Event ends \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Eventbrite so sign up now to secure your spot – but HURRY\, spaces are limited!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-young-forwarder-network-tour-of-dp-world-southampton/
LOCATION:BIFA launches freight apprenticeship microsite
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T143000
DTSTAMP:20230802T142909Z
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SUMMARY:F2F YFN - Tour of DP World Southampton
DESCRIPTION:This event is now SOLD OUT. \nHave you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a large container port? \nThen join us for an interactive tour of DP World Southampton\, which will cover all aspects of landside and shipside activity including an outside terminal port tour to see container ships\, trucks and rail freight in operation. \nIn addition to exploring the operational elements of the port\, delegates will also leave with an appreciation of the investment taking place in an ever-changing marketplace as ships get bigger and bigger. \nLike all face-to-face events\, this session will also be a great opportunity to meet new friends and grow your network of industry connections. \nAgenda:\n10:30-11:00: Sign in at DP World Reception\n11:00: Welcome refreshments and introductions\n11:10: Southampton Port Awareness presentation\n11.40: Meet the operational teams and duty shift manager\n12:25: Outdoor Port Tour commences; landside and shipside\n13.30: Return to the terminal\n13:45: Buffet lunch\n14.15: Q&A\n14:30: Event ends \nYour attendance is only confirmed via Eventbrite so sign up now to secure your spot – but HURRY\, spaces are limited!
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-young-forwarder-network-tour-of-dp-world-southampton-2/
LOCATION:BIFA launches freight apprenticeship microsite
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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