BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//British International Freight Association - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:British International Freight Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dev.bifa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for British International Freight Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T120000 DTSTAMP:20240223T095147Z CREATED:20240223T095147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T095147Z UID:16431-1712743200-1712750400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Member Event - BIFA STC: An overview and practical application DESCRIPTION:  \nDear BIFA Member\, \nOne of the core services of BIFA Membership is the provision of well-established and respected BIFA Standard Trading Conditions (STC). \nThe Association receives many enquiries about the STC including how to incorporate the STC into all contracts with customers\, which is one of the main strands of this seminar.  Ensuring incorporation is properly conducted and evidenced is one of the main means for Members to protect their business from claims\, should problems occur.  Members must bear in mind that if the STC are not incorporated that the Member cannot benefit from their protection. \nThe other main element of the seminar will be an examination of the most important clauses within the STC which Members need to fully understand to manage the forwarding contracts between themselves\, the customer and other parties.  Many do not appreciate the complexities of moving cargo across the globe and the STC have created contractual arrangements which are seen as being fair and balanced.  It is noteworthy that in many Common Law nations similar trading conditions have been adopted. \nIn order to maximise the benefits of the seminar\, prior to the event Members are encouraged to download the following documents: \n\nthe BIFA STC 2021 (England edition) at https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/bifa-stc-2021-england-edition.pdf  and;\nthe guidance document on the STC 107280_Know_Your_Trading_Conditions_2021_v3.pdf (dev.bifa.org/)\n\nThese documents are available in the Member only section of the BIFA website and Member Login is required.  If experiencing difficult logging in\, please contact  BIFAcomms@bifa.org for assistance. \nThe webinar will be hosted by Member Policy & Compliance Director\, Robert Windsor \n \n  \nThis webinar will be hosted on MS Teams\, register here to secure your place. \n  URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-member-event-bifa-stc-webinar/ LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd CATEGORIES:Member webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T120000 DTSTAMP:20240223T095147Z CREATED:20240223T095147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T095147Z UID:24597-1712743200-1712750400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Member Event - BIFA STC: An overview and practical application DESCRIPTION:  \nDear BIFA Member\, \nOne of the core services of BIFA Membership is the provision of well-established and respected BIFA Standard Trading Conditions (STC). \nThe Association receives many enquiries about the STC including how to incorporate the STC into all contracts with customers\, which is one of the main strands of this seminar.  Ensuring incorporation is properly conducted and evidenced is one of the main means for Members to protect their business from claims\, should problems occur.  Members must bear in mind that if the STC are not incorporated that the Member cannot benefit from their protection. \nThe other main element of the seminar will be an examination of the most important clauses within the STC which Members need to fully understand to manage the forwarding contracts between themselves\, the customer and other parties.  Many do not appreciate the complexities of moving cargo across the globe and the STC have created contractual arrangements which are seen as being fair and balanced.  It is noteworthy that in many Common Law nations similar trading conditions have been adopted. \nIn order to maximise the benefits of the seminar\, prior to the event Members are encouraged to download the following documents: \n\nthe BIFA STC 2021 (England edition) at https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/bifa-stc-2021-england-edition.pdf  and;\nthe guidance document on the STC 107280_Know_Your_Trading_Conditions_2021_v3.pdf (dev.bifa.org/)\n\nThese documents are available in the Member only section of the BIFA website and Member Login is required.  If experiencing difficult logging in\, please contact  BIFAcomms@bifa.org for assistance. \nThe webinar will be hosted by Member Policy & Compliance Director\, Robert Windsor \n \n  \nThis webinar will be hosted on MS Teams\, register here to secure your place. \n  URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-member-event-bifa-stc-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Maltacourt Ltd CATEGORIES:Member webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T130000 DTSTAMP:20240115T115120Z CREATED:20240115T115120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T115120Z UID:15993-1711535400-1711544400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Northern Ireland DESCRIPTION:NEW VENUE – This meeting is now taking place at AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast \nMembers will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant Shauneen McConville\, shauneenm@tr-logistics.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book HERE  \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-northern-ireland/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T130000 DTSTAMP:20240115T115120Z CREATED:20240115T115120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T115120Z UID:24580-1711535400-1711544400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Northern Ireland DESCRIPTION:NEW VENUE – This meeting is now taking place at AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast \nMembers will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant Shauneen McConville\, shauneenm@tr-logistics.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book HERE  \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-northern-ireland-8/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T000000 DTSTAMP:20230825T142345Z CREATED:20230825T142345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T142345Z UID:14315-1711133100-1711152000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA London East Region Spring Charity Ball DESCRIPTION: TICKET SALES NOW CLOSED\n  \nBIFA members and their guests are invited to join BIFA at this brand new Black Tie event\, the BIFA London East Region Charity Spring Ball\non Friday 22nd March 2024 \n  \nTaking place at Stock Brook Manor Country Club and including dancing to live music from Hit Parade this will be a great evening to socialise with colleagues and customers while raising money for some important local charities. \n        \n  \nBIFA would like to acknowledge sponsors aramex\, DP World and Uniserve Group in supporting this event. \n        \n  \nFundraising at the event will support local charities: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelping underprivileged children achieve their dreams\n\nHelping local people in crisis \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the event and / or can donate an auction lot (e.g. football or cricket match hospitality tickets\, Golf etc.) please contact Sharon Hammond \n  \nTICKETS SALES CLOSED\nDRESS CODE: Black tie\nProvisional agenda: \n18:45 – 19:15 Arrival for reception drinks\n19:15 – 19:30 Seating\n19:30 – 19:40 Dance demo\n19:40 – 19:50 Welcome speech\n19:50 – 21:45 Meal service & raffle ticket sales\n21:45 – 22:15 Charity auction & raffle draw\n22:15 – 23:50 Dancing to Hit Parade\n00:00 Event ends \n  \n\n\n \n \n Interested in this course and want to book?Get in touch to request more information \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Organisation Name(Required)Number of delegates you want to train?(Required)Please specify course interested in?(Required)Please specify date and venue if applicableNotes\n Submit URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-london-east-region-spring-charity-ball/ CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="BIFA Events Team":MAILTO:bifaevents@bifa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T000000 DTSTAMP:20230825T142345Z CREATED:20230825T142345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T142345Z UID:24527-1711133100-1711152000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA London East Region Spring Charity Ball DESCRIPTION: TICKET SALES NOW CLOSED\n  \nBIFA members and their guests are invited to join BIFA at this brand new Black Tie event\, the BIFA London East Region Charity Spring Ball\non Friday 22nd March 2024 \n  \nTaking place at Stock Brook Manor Country Club and including dancing to live music from Hit Parade this will be a great evening to socialise with colleagues and customers while raising money for some important local charities. \n        \n  \nBIFA would like to acknowledge sponsors aramex\, DP World and Uniserve Group in supporting this event. \n        \n  \nFundraising at the event will support local charities: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelping underprivileged children achieve their dreams\n\nHelping local people in crisis \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the event and / or can donate an auction lot (e.g. football or cricket match hospitality tickets\, Golf etc.) please contact Sharon Hammond \n  \nTICKETS SALES CLOSED\nDRESS CODE: Black tie\nProvisional agenda: \n18:45 – 19:15 Arrival for reception drinks\n19:15 – 19:30 Seating\n19:30 – 19:40 Dance demo\n19:40 – 19:50 Welcome speech\n19:50 – 21:45 Meal service & raffle ticket sales\n21:45 – 22:15 Charity auction & raffle draw\n22:15 – 23:50 Dancing to Hit Parade\n00:00 Event ends \n  \n\n \n \n Interested in this course and want to book?Get in touch to request more information \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Organisation Name(Required)Number of delegates you want to train?(Required)Please specify course interested in?(Required)Please specify date and venue if applicableNotes\n Submit URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-london-east-region-spring-charity-ball-2/ CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="BIFA Events Team":MAILTO:bifaevents@bifa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T173000 DTSTAMP:20240126T140504Z CREATED:20240126T140504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T140504Z UID:16136-1710948600-1710955800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Aberdeen DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will start with breakfast baps and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Chris Curtin\, c.curtin@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-aberdeen/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T173000 DTSTAMP:20240126T140504Z CREATED:20240126T140504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T140504Z UID:24592-1710948600-1710955800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Aberdeen DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will start with breakfast baps and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Chris Curtin\, c.curtin@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-aberdeen-7/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T163000 DTSTAMP:20240226T141617Z CREATED:20240226T141617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T141617Z UID:16457-1710948600-1710952200@dev.bifa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T163000 DTSTAMP:20240226T141617Z CREATED:20240226T141617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T141617Z UID:24598-1710948600-1710952200@dev.bifa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T130000 DTSTAMP:20240115T114658Z CREATED:20240115T114658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T114658Z UID:16006-1710928800-1710939600@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Manchester DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speakers Lindsay Shentall from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”\, and Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\, who with be informing us about recent trends in HMRC activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Lindsay Shentall\, RailX\nGuest Speaker Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-manchester/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/news_default_image5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T130000 DTSTAMP:20240115T114658Z CREATED:20240115T114658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T114658Z UID:24581-1710928800-1710939600@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Manchester DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speakers Lindsay Shentall from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”\, and Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\, who with be informing us about recent trends in HMRC activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Lindsay Shentall\, RailX\nGuest Speaker Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-manchester-11/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/news_default_image5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T103000 DTSTAMP:20240126T135519Z CREATED:20240126T135519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T135519Z UID:16127-1710923400-1710930600@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will start with breakfast baps and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Chris Curtin\, c.curtin@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-glasgow/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T103000 DTSTAMP:20240126T135519Z CREATED:20240126T135519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T135519Z UID:24591-1710923400-1710930600@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Glasgow DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nThe meeting will start with breakfast baps and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Chris Curtin\, c.curtin@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-glasgow-5/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T133000 DTSTAMP:20231221T142523Z CREATED:20231221T142523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T142523Z UID:23710-1710842400-1710855000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speakers Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\, who will be informing us on the recent trends in HMRC activity and David Huck\, Luis Mendez and Jerome Wildsmith\, Peel Ports. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome – David Huck\, Peel Ports\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speakers Luis Mendez and Jerome Wildsmith\, Peel Ports\nGuest Speaker Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a light lunch\, the opportunity to network with other BIFA members and an hour long optional Port Tour \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-2/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/news_default_image4-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T133000 DTSTAMP:20231221T142523Z CREATED:20231221T142523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T142523Z UID:24572-1710842400-1710855000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speakers Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\, who will be informing us on the recent trends in HMRC activity and David Huck\, Luis Mendez and Jerome Wildsmith\, Peel Ports. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome – David Huck\, Peel Ports\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speakers Luis Mendez and Jerome Wildsmith\, Peel Ports\nGuest Speaker Bruce Hailey\, Salvus Law\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a light lunch\, the opportunity to network with other BIFA members and an hour long optional Port Tour \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/news_default_image4-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T160000 DTSTAMP:20231214T164659Z CREATED:20231214T164659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T164659Z UID:24559-1710424800-1710432000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Heathrow DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nIntroductions – BIFA Team\nCompetition Statement – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nMinutes of meeting of 16th November 2023 and matters arising – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nIATA/FIATA\, aviation security\, ICS2 – Speaker David Stroud\nUpdate on the formation of the Heathrow Airport working group which will influence the future development of the Cargo Terminal – Speaker David Stroud\nUpdate from National Highways on key road developments impacting traffic flows around Heathrow – Speakers Thomas Beasley and Richard Gibbs\nBIFA Customs updates and Q&A session with our Policy Advisors. Topics will include CDS Exports\, non inventory / inventory linked\, MUCR requirements\, NES changes\, go live deadlines\, NCTS5\, BTOMS – Speakers Pawel Jarza and Igor Popovics\nLegal Policy Group update including Representation and Establishment. Russian iron / steel additional controls\, Red Sea issues\, Consortia Bloc Exemption Review decision progress – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nEnvironment and Sustainability: New BIFA Policy Group updates on legal requirements\, support to members and policy group activities planned for 2024 – Speaker Mike Jones\nBIFA Training\, Young Forwarder Network\, Apprenticeships and School engagement – Speak Paul Cunningham\nMember Engagement update: Scheduled events for 2024; BIFA plans for updating member contact details – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nAny other business and questions\n\nThe meeting will be followed by tea and cakes\, and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Paul Cunningham\, p.cunningham@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-heathrow-13/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/BIFA-generic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T160000 DTSTAMP:20231214T164659Z CREATED:20231214T164659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T164659Z UID:23697-1710424800-1710432000@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Heathrow DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nIntroductions – BIFA Team\nCompetition Statement – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nMinutes of meeting of 16th November 2023 and matters arising – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nIATA/FIATA\, aviation security\, ICS2 – Speaker David Stroud\nUpdate on the formation of the Heathrow Airport working group which will influence the future development of the Cargo Terminal – Speaker David Stroud\nUpdate from National Highways on key road developments impacting traffic flows around Heathrow – Speakers Thomas Beasley and Richard Gibbs\nBIFA Customs updates and Q&A session with our Policy Advisors. Topics will include CDS Exports\, non inventory / inventory linked\, MUCR requirements\, NES changes\, go live deadlines\, NCTS5\, BTOMS – Speakers Pawel Jarza and Igor Popovics\nLegal Policy Group update including Representation and Establishment. Russian iron / steel additional controls\, Red Sea issues\, Consortia Bloc Exemption Review decision progress – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nEnvironment and Sustainability: New BIFA Policy Group updates on legal requirements\, support to members and policy group activities planned for 2024 – Speaker Mike Jones\nBIFA Training\, Young Forwarder Network\, Apprenticeships and School engagement – Speak Paul Cunningham\nMember Engagement update: Scheduled events for 2024; BIFA plans for updating member contact details – Speaker Paul Cunningham\nAny other business and questions\n\nThe meeting will be followed by tea and cakes\, and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Paul Cunningham\, p.cunningham@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-heathrow/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/BIFA-generic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T130000 DTSTAMP:20231214T163719Z CREATED:20231214T163719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T163719Z UID:24558-1710327600-1710334800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Gatwick DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED \nUnfortunately\, we have had a very low number of members who registered for the meeting so it is with regret I have to inform you that this meeting has been cancelled. \nPlease send us your thoughts on the frequency and content of meetings to help us review how we can best re-engage with Gatwick based members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Paul Cunningham\, p.cunningham@bifa.org URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-gatwick-13/ LOCATION:The Leading Body Representing The UK International Freight Services Industry CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T130000 DTSTAMP:20231214T163719Z CREATED:20231214T163719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T163719Z UID:23696-1710327600-1710334800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Gatwick DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED \nUnfortunately\, we have had a very low number of members who registered for the meeting so it is with regret I have to inform you that this meeting has been cancelled. \nPlease send us your thoughts on the frequency and content of meetings to help us review how we can best re-engage with Gatwick based members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Paul Cunningham\, p.cunningham@bifa.org URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-gatwick/ LOCATION:The Leading Body Representing The UK International Freight Services Industry CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T130000 DTSTAMP:20240108T154358Z CREATED:20240108T154358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154358Z UID:15909-1710324000-1710334800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Humberside DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speaker Paul Bathgate from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Paul Bathgate\, RailX\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite\, HERE  \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-humberside/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/news_default_logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T130000 DTSTAMP:20240108T154358Z CREATED:20240108T154358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154358Z UID:24576-1710324000-1710334800@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Humberside DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speaker Paul Bathgate from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Paul Bathgate\, RailX\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite\, HERE  \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-humberside-2/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/news_default_logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T130000 DTSTAMP:20231219T133150Z CREATED:20231219T133150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T133150Z UID:23709-1710237600-1710248400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Leeds DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speaker Paul Bathgate from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Paul Bathgate\, RailX\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-leeds/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/BIFA-generic-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T130000 DTSTAMP:20231219T133150Z CREATED:20231219T133150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T133150Z UID:24571-1710237600-1710248400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Leeds DESCRIPTION:At this meeting\, members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. We will also be joined by guest speaker Paul Bathgate from RailX\, who will be presenting “A Greener Alternative”. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nRegistration and Networking\nWelcome\nIntroductions\nUpdates from –\n\nAir Policy Group\nSurface Policy Group\nCustoms Policy Group\nSustainability Policy Group\nLegal and Insurance Policy Group\n\n\nBIFA Local Matters\nComfort Break\nGuest Speaker Paul Bathgate\, RailX\nBIFA Website Update\nTraining\nApprenticeships & YFN\nQ & A\nNetworking Lunch\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Representative Andrew Melton\, a.melton@bifa.org \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please register via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-leeds-3/ CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/BIFA-generic-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T130000 DTSTAMP:20240125T130942Z CREATED:20240125T130942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T130942Z UID:16120-1710236700-1710248400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting – Kent & East Sussex DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nWelcome and Competition Statement – your chairman Richard Catt\nOffice for Products Safety and Standards (OPSS) – Speaker Richard Frewin\, Assistant Director DBT\nKent Trading Standards – Speaker TBC\nDover Harbour Board – Speaker Doug Bannister\, CEO\, will be updating us on new developments at the port\nUpdate by service providers for the Dover Straits – P & O\, DFDS\, Irish Ferries & Eurotunnel. Speaker TBC.\nReport on the Customs Policy Group meeting on Feb 28th – Speakers Paul Newman & members attendees\nBorder Force – Speaker Rebecca Stevens\, Senior Officer\, International Trade\nReport on Legal & Insurance Policy Group meeting held on Feb 29th – Speaker Paul Newman\nReport on Surface Policy Group meeting held on Feb 20th – Speakers Paul Newman & member attendees\nBIFA Training & YFN Update – Speaker TBC\nAshford & Dover Port Health – Speakers Gill McIver & Beverley Edmondson\, Port Health Officers\nBIFA KES Regional Committee representatives on the BIFA Council and National Policy Groups – Richard Catt / Terry Clear / Oliver Howell attend the BIFA Customs Policy Group. – Steve Wilson attends the BIFA Surface Policy Group. – Richard Catt represents KES on the BIFA Council.\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Paul Newman at paul@pnauk.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book HERE \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-4/ LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/news_default_image2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T130000 DTSTAMP:20240125T130942Z CREATED:20240125T130942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T130942Z UID:24590-1710236700-1710248400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting – Kent & East Sussex DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nWelcome and Competition Statement – your chairman Richard Catt\nOffice for Products Safety and Standards (OPSS) – Speaker Richard Frewin\, Assistant Director DBT\nKent Trading Standards – Speaker TBC\nDover Harbour Board – Speaker Doug Bannister\, CEO\, will be updating us on new developments at the port\nUpdate by service providers for the Dover Straits – P & O\, DFDS\, Irish Ferries & Eurotunnel. Speaker TBC.\nReport on the Customs Policy Group meeting on Feb 28th – Speakers Paul Newman & members attendees\nBorder Force – Speaker Rebecca Stevens\, Senior Officer\, International Trade\nReport on Legal & Insurance Policy Group meeting held on Feb 29th – Speaker Paul Newman\nReport on Surface Policy Group meeting held on Feb 20th – Speakers Paul Newman & member attendees\nBIFA Training & YFN Update – Speaker TBC\nAshford & Dover Port Health – Speakers Gill McIver & Beverley Edmondson\, Port Health Officers\nBIFA KES Regional Committee representatives on the BIFA Council and National Policy Groups – Richard Catt / Terry Clear / Oliver Howell attend the BIFA Customs Policy Group. – Steve Wilson attends the BIFA Surface Policy Group. – Richard Catt represents KES on the BIFA Council.\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Paul Newman at paul@pnauk.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book HERE \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-4-2/ LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/news_default_image2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T130000 DTSTAMP:20240124T135107Z CREATED:20240124T135107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T135107Z UID:16096-1709804700-1709816400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - London East DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nIntroduction & Welcome – Paul Newman\nLondon Gateway developments – Speaker Millie Clark\nUpdate on HMRC\, CDS from the Customs Policy Group on February 28th – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nUpdate from CNS – Speaker Peter Nicholls\nReport on Surface Policy Group Meeting held on February 20th – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nReport on Legal & Insurance Policy Group Meeting on February 29th – Speakers John Stubbings\, Paul Newman\nBIFA Training & YFN Update – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nCity of London Port Health – Speaker Steve Higgon\, Port Health Officer\nBorder Force – Speaker Ruth Cherry\, Higher Officer International Trade\nLocal Issues/Forum/Social/Any other business\nBIFA London Regional Committee representatives on the BIFA Council and National Policy Groups – Scott Baker represents Central & East London on the BIFA Council.\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Paul Newman at paul@pnauk.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-london-east-4/ LOCATION:DP World London Gateway Head Office\, Stanford-Le-Hope CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/news_default_image3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240307T130000 DTSTAMP:20240124T135107Z CREATED:20240124T135107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T135107Z UID:24588-1709804700-1709816400@dev.bifa.org SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - London East DESCRIPTION:Members will receive information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. The meeting may include a presentation or representation from such external bodies. \nThe meeting will also include updates on other key areas of local activity. \nAttendees will have an opportunity for a two-way dialogue between members and the Association and to raise issues of concern or interest. \nAgenda for the day: \n\nIntroduction & Welcome – Paul Newman\nLondon Gateway developments – Speaker Millie Clark\nUpdate on HMRC\, CDS from the Customs Policy Group on February 28th – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nUpdate from CNS – Speaker Peter Nicholls\nReport on Surface Policy Group Meeting held on February 20th – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nReport on Legal & Insurance Policy Group Meeting on February 29th – Speakers John Stubbings\, Paul Newman\nBIFA Training & YFN Update – Speakers Denise Hill\, Paul Newman\nCity of London Port Health – Speaker Steve Higgon\, Port Health Officer\nBorder Force – Speaker Ruth Cherry\, Higher Officer International Trade\nLocal Issues/Forum/Social/Any other business\nBIFA London Regional Committee representatives on the BIFA Council and National Policy Groups – Scott Baker represents Central & East London on the BIFA Council.\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a buffet lunch and the opportunity to network with other BIFA members. \nFor further information\, please contact your Regional Consultant to BIFA\, Paul Newman at paul@pnauk.com \nIf you would like to attend this session\, please book via Eventbrite HERE \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only*** URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-london-east-4-2/ LOCATION:DP World London Gateway Head Office\, Stanford-Le-Hope CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bifa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/news_default_image3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T180000 DTSTAMP:20240119T094416Z CREATED:20240119T094416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T094416Z UID:24586-1709652600-1709661600@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-2/ LOCATION:BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T153000 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR