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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Virtual Young Forwarder Network - Live Animal Transport
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE announced\n  \nHave you ever wondered what is involved in the transport of live animals across continents? Much-loved family pets and endangered species for breeding programmes regularly travel the world in style. Learn all about their special requirements during this virtual YFN event presented by specialists from Extrordinair. \nThe YFN is delighted to welcome Holly Todd and Derek Fraser who will introduce you to the intricacies of live animal transport. \n   \nExtrordinair\, strategically located in the heart of Scotland in Edinburgh\, boasts over 30 years of expertise in global animal movements. \nTheir top-tier Animal Receiving Centre (ARC) features bespoke kennels for both domestic and commercial animals\, maintained to the highest standards.  Supported by APHA and staffed with on-site veterinary personnel\, personnel are able to ensure a safe and professional environment for all animals in their care. \nBeyond their knowledge and expertise\, the team’s genuine passion and care create an environment of love and compassion for every animal that passes through the doors at Extrodinair. \nDuring this presentation to the YFN\, specialists from Extrordinair will cover some of the requirements for transporting animals across continents\, the care they receive and the issues that may be encountered. \nRegister for this event here. \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/new-date-virtual-young-forwarder-network-live-animal-transport/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Virtual Young Forwarder Network - Live Animal Transport
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE announced\n  \nHave you ever wondered what is involved in the transport of live animals across continents? Much-loved family pets and endangered species for breeding programmes regularly travel the world in style. Learn all about their special requirements during this virtual YFN event presented by specialists from Extrordinair. \nThe YFN is delighted to welcome Holly Todd and Derek Fraser who will introduce you to the intricacies of live animal transport. \n   \nExtrordinair\, strategically located in the heart of Scotland in Edinburgh\, boasts over 30 years of expertise in global animal movements. \nTheir top-tier Animal Receiving Centre (ARC) features bespoke kennels for both domestic and commercial animals\, maintained to the highest standards.  Supported by APHA and staffed with on-site veterinary personnel\, personnel are able to ensure a safe and professional environment for all animals in their care. \nBeyond their knowledge and expertise\, the team’s genuine passion and care create an environment of love and compassion for every animal that passes through the doors at Extrodinair. \nDuring this presentation to the YFN\, specialists from Extrordinair will cover some of the requirements for transporting animals across continents\, the care they receive and the issues that may be encountered. \nRegister for this event here. \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/new-date-virtual-young-forwarder-network-live-animal-transport-2/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240529T163000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Virtual Young Forwarder Network - Live Animal Transport
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED\, A NEW DATE WILL BE ADVISED SOON\n  \nHave you ever wondered what is involved in the transport of live animals across continents? Much-loved family pets and endangered species for breeding programmes regularly travel the world in style. Learn all about their special requirements during this virtual YFN event presented by specialists from Extrordinair. \nThe YFN is delighted to welcome Holly Todd and Derek Fraser who will introduce you to the intricacies of live animal transport. \n   \nExtrordinair\, strategically located in the heart of Scotland in Edinburgh\, boasts over 30 years of expertise in global animal movements. \nTheir top-tier Animal Receiving Centre (ARC) features bespoke kennels for both domestic and commercial animals\, maintained to the highest standards.  Supported by APHA and staffed with on-site veterinary personnel\, personnel are able to ensure a safe and professional environment for all animals in their care. \nBeyond their knowledge and expertise\, the team’s genuine passion and care create an environment of love and compassion for every animal that passes through the doors at Extrodinair. \nDuring this presentation to the YFN\, specialists from Extrordinair will cover some of the requirements for transporting animals across continents\, the care they receive and the issues that may be encountered. \n  \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-young-forwarder-network-live-animal-transport/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Virtual Young Forwarder Network - Live Animal Transport
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED\, A NEW DATE WILL BE ADVISED SOON\n  \nHave you ever wondered what is involved in the transport of live animals across continents? Much-loved family pets and endangered species for breeding programmes regularly travel the world in style. Learn all about their special requirements during this virtual YFN event presented by specialists from Extrordinair. \nThe YFN is delighted to welcome Holly Todd and Derek Fraser who will introduce you to the intricacies of live animal transport. \n   \nExtrordinair\, strategically located in the heart of Scotland in Edinburgh\, boasts over 30 years of expertise in global animal movements. \nTheir top-tier Animal Receiving Centre (ARC) features bespoke kennels for both domestic and commercial animals\, maintained to the highest standards.  Supported by APHA and staffed with on-site veterinary personnel\, personnel are able to ensure a safe and professional environment for all animals in their care. \nBeyond their knowledge and expertise\, the team’s genuine passion and care create an environment of love and compassion for every animal that passes through the doors at Extrodinair. \nDuring this presentation to the YFN\, specialists from Extrordinair will cover some of the requirements for transporting animals across continents\, the care they receive and the issues that may be encountered. \n  \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/virtual-young-forwarder-network-live-animal-transport-2/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T151500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T170000
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN Northwest Workshop - NaVCIS
DESCRIPTION:At the next CPD accredited BIFA YFN Northwest regional workshop\, we will hear about how NaVCIS is working with the logistics community to combat international vehicle crime. \nTaking place on Thursday 23rd May\, 15:15 for 15:30 start\, at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce our guest speaker will be PC Matthew Bate from NaVCIS and Merseyside Police. \nDuring this session\, you will: \n\nSee how freight forwarders\, industry partners and the police can work together to deter organised criminals from exporting stolen goods from the UK.\nUnderstand the links between exporting dangerous and hazardous goods and how this can put vessels and their crew at risk.\nLearn how freight forwarders can work with NaVCIS to deter the exporting of stolen assets out of the UK.\n\nTea and coffee will be available during the event and afterwards\, there will be an opportunity for social networking and drinks at the nearby Revolución de Cuba bar. \nThe BIFA YFN events provide a fantastic opportunity to network and build lasting relationships and friendships with fellow industry professionals. \nAbout Matthew Bate \nMatthew has been a Merseyside Police officer for just over fifteen years\, spending his career on the response team which involved attending 999 calls and dealing with whatever was found at scene. \nLast year\, Matthew was seconded to NaVCIS and began a trial at the Port of Liverpool to attempt to prove a concept that Liverpool was being used to export stolen vehicles to overseas. \nIf you would like attend this event\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-northwest-navcis-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T151500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T170000
DTSTAMP:20240430T105110Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN Northwest Workshop - NaVCIS
DESCRIPTION:At the next CPD accredited BIFA YFN Northwest regional workshop\, we will hear about how NaVCIS is working with the logistics community to combat international vehicle crime. \nTaking place on Thursday 23rd May\, 15:15 for 15:30 start\, at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce our guest speaker will be PC Matthew Bate from NaVCIS and Merseyside Police. \nDuring this session\, you will: \n\nSee how freight forwarders\, industry partners and the police can work together to deter organised criminals from exporting stolen goods from the UK.\nUnderstand the links between exporting dangerous and hazardous goods and how this can put vessels and their crew at risk.\nLearn how freight forwarders can work with NaVCIS to deter the exporting of stolen assets out of the UK.\n\nTea and coffee will be available during the event and afterwards\, there will be an opportunity for social networking and drinks at the nearby Revolución de Cuba bar. \nThe BIFA YFN events provide a fantastic opportunity to network and build lasting relationships and friendships with fellow industry professionals. \nAbout Matthew Bate \nMatthew has been a Merseyside Police officer for just over fifteen years\, spending his career on the response team which involved attending 999 calls and dealing with whatever was found at scene. \nLast year\, Matthew was seconded to NaVCIS and began a trial at the Port of Liverpool to attempt to prove a concept that Liverpool was being used to export stolen vehicles to overseas. \nIf you would like attend this event\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-northwest-navcis/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T163000
DTSTAMP:20240321T093857Z
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SUMMARY:vYFN - BIFA Bitesize - Incoterms 2020
DESCRIPTION:The next BIFA YFN workshop will take place on 24 April 2024 at 15:30 when our guest speaker will be BIFA’s Training Development Manager\, Graeme Wilkinson. Graeme will deliver a bitesize training course all about Incoterms 2020. \nBy the end of this workshop\, attendees will be able to: \n\nExplain the roles that Incoterms play within the supply chain.\nUnderstand the risks\, transfer and responsibilities involved.\nDefine the incoterms required for customs valuation purposes.\n\nAbout Graeme  \nGraeme is a qualified trainer and has worked in logistics for more than 30 years gaining valuable experience in all aspects of logistics. Graeme joined BIFA seven years ago and has gained a reputation for delivering high quality training\, through an approachable\, interactive\, engaging\, friendly teaching style. \nIf you are interested in attending this session\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-an-incoterm-masterclass-graeme-wilkinson-bifa/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T163000
DTSTAMP:20240321T093857Z
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SUMMARY:vYFN - BIFA Bitesize - Incoterms 2020
DESCRIPTION:The next BIFA YFN workshop will take place on 24 April 2024 at 15:30 when our guest speaker will be BIFA’s Training Development Manager\, Graeme Wilkinson. Graeme will deliver a bitesize training course all about Incoterms 2020. \nBy the end of this workshop\, attendees will be able to: \n\nExplain the roles that Incoterms play within the supply chain.\nUnderstand the risks\, transfer and responsibilities involved.\nDefine the incoterms required for customs valuation purposes.\n\nAbout Graeme  \nGraeme is a qualified trainer and has worked in logistics for more than 30 years gaining valuable experience in all aspects of logistics. Graeme joined BIFA seven years ago and has gained a reputation for delivering high quality training\, through an approachable\, interactive\, engaging\, friendly teaching style. \nIf you are interested in attending this session\, please register HERE
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-an-incoterm-masterclass-graeme-wilkinson-bifa-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20240405T104148Z
CREATED:20240405T104148Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA F2F YFN Avonmouth - Bristol Port Tour
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Tour – The Bristol Port Company \nThe first Young Forwarder Network event for the Avonmouth region will take place at the Bristol Port Company. \nAttendees will receive an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of a modern\, thriving business offering the full range of shipping\, distribution\, and logistics services. \nAs well as containers\, the port handles\, automotive\, dry bulks\, project cargo\, heavy lift\, break bulk\, liquid bulks\, and provides warehousing solutions. This will be a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge in all of these areas. \nAgenda \n1000                Registrations\, Refreshments\, Networking \n1030                Welcome \n1035                Brief Introduction and Presentation \n1100                Port tour \n1230                BIFA Update \n1300                Close \nSpaces are limited to 10\, with a maximum of two per company. \nPlease register via Eventbrite HERE \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-f2f-yfn-avonmouth-bristol-port-tour/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20240405T104148Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA F2F YFN Avonmouth - Bristol Port Tour
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Tour – The Bristol Port Company \nThe first Young Forwarder Network event for the Avonmouth region will take place at the Bristol Port Company. \nAttendees will receive an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of a modern\, thriving business offering the full range of shipping\, distribution\, and logistics services. \nAs well as containers\, the port handles\, automotive\, dry bulks\, project cargo\, heavy lift\, break bulk\, liquid bulks\, and provides warehousing solutions. This will be a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge in all of these areas. \nAgenda \n1000                Registrations\, Refreshments\, Networking \n1030                Welcome \n1035                Brief Introduction and Presentation \n1100                Port tour \n1230                BIFA Update \n1300                Close \nSpaces are limited to 10\, with a maximum of two per company. \nPlease register via Eventbrite HERE \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-f2f-yfn-avonmouth-bristol-port-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T163000
DTSTAMP:20240226T141617Z
CREATED:20240226T141617Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA vYFN - Client-led Forwarding & Staff Empowerment - Ian Mallon\, MD\, Neon Freight
DESCRIPTION:  \nIan Mallon started work in freight forwarding as an 18 year old trainee after leaving 6th Form college in Eccles\, Manchester. In 2012 after working in a number of roles across the industry\, he founded Neon Freight in a small office above a shop in Holmes Chapel\, Cheshire. The aim of the business was freight forwarding “without the fuss” and to show to people that freight is a “people business” rather than just a numbers game. \nIn this presentation\, Ian will talk about the importance of staff empowerment to respond to client requirements and get the job done. \nRegister here to reserve your spot on this event.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-client-led-forwarding-staff-empowerment-ian-mallon-md-neon-freight/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T163000
DTSTAMP:20240226T141617Z
CREATED:20240226T141617Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA vYFN - Client-led Forwarding & Staff Empowerment - Ian Mallon\, MD\, Neon Freight
DESCRIPTION:  \nIan Mallon started work in freight forwarding as an 18 year old trainee after leaving 6th Form college in Eccles\, Manchester. In 2012 after working in a number of roles across the industry\, he founded Neon Freight in a small office above a shop in Holmes Chapel\, Cheshire. The aim of the business was freight forwarding “without the fuss” and to show to people that freight is a “people business” rather than just a numbers game. \nIn this presentation\, Ian will talk about the importance of staff empowerment to respond to client requirements and get the job done. \nRegister here to reserve your spot on this event.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-vyfn-client-led-forwarding-staff-empowerment-ian-mallon-md-neon-freight-2/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T180000
DTSTAMP:20240119T094416Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T180000
DTSTAMP:20240119T094416Z
CREATED:20240119T094416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T094416Z
UID:16068-1709652600-1709661600@dev.bifa.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20240208T155308Z
CREATED: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/
LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T171500
DTSTAMP:20240130T131723Z
CREATED:20240130T131723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T131723Z
UID:16150-1708611300-1708622100@dev.bifa.org
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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UID:24593-1708611300-1708622100@dev.bifa.org
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
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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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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
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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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UID:24573-1706110200-1706113800@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T181500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T200000
DTSTAMP:20231108T160058Z
CREATED: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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231220T200000
DTSTAMP:20231108T160058Z
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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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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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DTSTAMP:20231103T121503Z
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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:20231129T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T203000
DTSTAMP:20231101T160843Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231129T203000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T163000
DTSTAMP:20231117T093447Z
CREATED:20231117T093447Z
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UID:23682-1700667000-1700670600@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/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T163000
DTSTAMP: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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