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SUMMARY:BIFA Freight Service Awards 2025 - Competition now open
DESCRIPTION:The BIFA Freight Service Awards 2025 competition is open to all trading members of BIFA. Visit the website at How to Enter to review the category descriptions and download your entry forms. \nThe 2025 competition sees the launch of two brand-new categories reflecting the changing landscape of international freight forwarding and logistics services. The full list of categories now open for entries is: \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\nAir Freight Forwarder of the Year\nIAG Cargo\n\n\n\nCustoms Compliance Services * NEW *\nCommunity Network Services\n\n\n\nEuropean Logistics Forwarder of the Year\nTT Club\n\n\n\nExtra Mile\nDescartes\n\n\n\nProject Forwarding\nTBC\n\n\n\nSea Freight Forwarder of the Year\nPort Express\n\n\n\nStaff Development\nAlbacore Systems\n\n\n\nSustainable Logistics & the Environment\nAmerican Airlines Cargo\n\n\n\nValue-added Logistics Services * NEW *\nMenzies LLP\n\n\n\n  \nAnd\, for individuals (employed by a BIFA trading member): \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\nApprentice of the Year\nTBC\n\n\n\nYoung Freight Forwarder of the Year\nVirgin Atlantic Cargo\n\n\n\n  \nSIGNIFICANT DATES: \n\nDeadline for receipt of entries: 11am Wednesday 8 October 2025\nAnnouncement of finalists: late October\nJudging to take place during November\nCeremony and announcement of winners: 15 January 2026 (ceremony tickets on sale in late October)\n\n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-freight-service-awards-2025-competition-now-open/
CATEGORIES:BIFA Awards
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SUMMARY:BIFA Freight Service Awards 2025 - Competition now open
DESCRIPTION:The BIFA Freight Service Awards 2025 competition is open to all trading members of BIFA. Visit the website at How to Enter to review the category descriptions and download your entry forms. \nThe 2025 competition sees the launch of two brand-new categories reflecting the changing landscape of international freight forwarding and logistics services. The full list of categories now open for entries is: \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\nAir Freight Forwarder of the Year\nIAG Cargo\n\n\n\nCustoms Compliance Services * NEW *\nCommunity Network Services\n\n\n\nEuropean Logistics Forwarder of the Year\nTT Club\n\n\n\nExtra Mile\nDescartes\n\n\n\nProject Forwarding\nTBC\n\n\n\nSea Freight Forwarder of the Year\nPort Express\n\n\n\nStaff Development\nAlbacore Systems\n\n\n\nSustainable Logistics & the Environment\nAmerican Airlines Cargo\n\n\n\nValue-added Logistics Services * NEW *\nMenzies LLP\n\n\n\n  \nAnd\, for individuals (employed by a BIFA trading member): \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\nApprentice of the Year\nTBC\n\n\n\nYoung Freight Forwarder of the Year\nVirgin Atlantic Cargo\n\n\n\n  \nSIGNIFICANT DATES: \n\nDeadline for receipt of entries: 11am Wednesday 8 October 2025\nAnnouncement of finalists: late October\nJudging to take place during November\nCeremony and announcement of winners: 15 January 2026 (ceremony tickets on sale in late October)\n\n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-freight-service-awards-2025-competition-now-open-2/
CATEGORIES:BIFA Awards
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ORGANIZER;CN="BIFA Events Team":MAILTO:bifaevents@bifa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T120000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - London East
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-cns-essex-port-community-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T120000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - London East
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-cns-essex-port-community-meeting-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152451Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Midlands South
DESCRIPTION:NEW VENUE – This meeting will now take place at Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport \nJoin us at this meeting for updates about the key issues that could potentially impact your business\, get the latest information from our Policy groups\, and have the opportunity to discuss issues you are seeing in daily operations. \nGuest Speaker: \n➔ Heather Crocker\, Department for Business & Trade\, will be joining us to update you on the latest activity with Trade Agreements and Sanctions\, and what it means for BIFA Members \nTopics of Discussion: \nAs well as the presentation from our guest speaker\, we will also be providing you with the latest updates on: \n➔ Customs➔ Air Freight➔ Surface (Ocean\, Road\, Rail): Current market state\n➔ Legal & Insurance: Review of the BIFA STCs\n➔ Environment & Sustainability➔ Training: Upcoming developments for BIFA Bitesize eLearning \nThe meeting will commence with breakfast rolls and networking. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-midlands-south-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T130000
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UID:19247-1751448600-1751461200@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Midlands South
DESCRIPTION:NEW VENUE – This meeting will now take place at Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport \nJoin us at this meeting for updates about the key issues that could potentially impact your business\, get the latest information from our Policy groups\, and have the opportunity to discuss issues you are seeing in daily operations. \nGuest Speaker: \n➔ Heather Crocker\, Department for Business & Trade\, will be joining us to update you on the latest activity with Trade Agreements and Sanctions\, and what it means for BIFA Members \nTopics of Discussion: \nAs well as the presentation from our guest speaker\, we will also be providing you with the latest updates on: \n➔ Customs➔ Air Freight➔ Surface (Ocean\, Road\, Rail): Current market state\n➔ Legal & Insurance: Review of the BIFA STCs\n➔ Environment & Sustainability➔ Training: Upcoming developments for BIFA Bitesize eLearning \nThe meeting will commence with breakfast rolls and networking. \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-midlands-south-6/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T163000
DTSTAMP:20250508T082232Z
CREATED:20250508T082232Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN - Behind the Scenes Tour of The Port of Dover
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at Europe’s busiest ferry port? \nThen why not invite one of your young colleagues to join us for an exclusive\, interactive\, behind-the-scenes tour of The Port of Dover. \nThe Port is a vital international gateway for the movement of passengers and trade\, handling annually more than 11.7 million passengers\, 2.5 million lorries and berths\, approximately 17\,500 ships each year\, including the largest ferries afloat today. \nTogether with its unrivalled road links connecting the port to distribution hubs in Kent\, the Midlands and elsewhere in the UK\, Dover handles more freight lorries than all other UK ports combined. \nThere will be an opportunity for delegates to field questions and they will leave with a better understanding of the port’s importance within Europe\, and see first-hand the development taking place. \nITINERARY \n10.00               Registration – Harbour House\, Car Park \n10.15               Travel to Western Docks \n10.25               Welcome and Introductions – MOTIS\, Western Docks \n10:35               Tour of MOTIS & Border Force facilities \n12.00               Lunch in MOTIS Café \n13.15               Travel to Harbour House \n13.30               Travel to Eastern Docks \n13.45               Visit Border Force examination facilities\, Terminal Control and Emergency Co-ordination Centre (ECC) \n15.45               Return to Harbour House via White Cliffs viewpoint (weather dependant) \n16.30               Depart \n  \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION \n\nNumbers are restricted to 17 people\, so only register if you know you can make it.\nPart of this event may take place outside; appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear is essential.\nThis is a working port and attendees are expected to follow health and safety instructions at all times.\nPlease bring your own Hi-Viz if you have one\n\nThis FREE event is ONLY open to employees (under the age of 32 or new to the industry) of BIFA member companies. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member HERE. \nYour attendance is only confirmed by registering via Eventbrite HERE \nRemember to save this event in your calendar after booking your ticket. \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-the-port-of-dover-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250702T163000
DTSTAMP:20250508T082232Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN - Behind the Scenes Tour of The Port of Dover
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at Europe’s busiest ferry port? \nThen why not invite one of your young colleagues to join us for an exclusive\, interactive\, behind-the-scenes tour of The Port of Dover. \nThe Port is a vital international gateway for the movement of passengers and trade\, handling annually more than 11.7 million passengers\, 2.5 million lorries and berths\, approximately 17\,500 ships each year\, including the largest ferries afloat today. \nTogether with its unrivalled road links connecting the port to distribution hubs in Kent\, the Midlands and elsewhere in the UK\, Dover handles more freight lorries than all other UK ports combined. \nThere will be an opportunity for delegates to field questions and they will leave with a better understanding of the port’s importance within Europe\, and see first-hand the development taking place. \nITINERARY \n10.00               Registration – Harbour House\, Car Park \n10.15               Travel to Western Docks \n10.25               Welcome and Introductions – MOTIS\, Western Docks \n10:35               Tour of MOTIS & Border Force facilities \n12.00               Lunch in MOTIS Café \n13.15               Travel to Harbour House \n13.30               Travel to Eastern Docks \n13.45               Visit Border Force examination facilities\, Terminal Control and Emergency Co-ordination Centre (ECC) \n15.45               Return to Harbour House via White Cliffs viewpoint (weather dependant) \n16.30               Depart \n  \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION \n\nNumbers are restricted to 17 people\, so only register if you know you can make it.\nPart of this event may take place outside; appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear is essential.\nThis is a working port and attendees are expected to follow health and safety instructions at all times.\nPlease bring your own Hi-Viz if you have one\n\nThis FREE event is ONLY open to employees (under the age of 32 or new to the industry) of BIFA member companies. You can find out if your company is a BIFA member HERE. \nYour attendance is only confirmed by registering via Eventbrite HERE \nRemember to save this event in your calendar after booking your ticket. \n 
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-behind-the-scenes-tour-of-the-port-of-dover-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152707Z
CREATED:20241204T152707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T152707Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Midlands North
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Andrew Melton and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nAgenda and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-midlands-north-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152707Z
CREATED:20241204T152707Z
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UID:19249-1751535000-1751547600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Midlands North
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Andrew Melton and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nAgenda and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-midlands-north-6/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T164409Z
CREATED:20241204T164409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T164409Z
UID:19281-1751535900-1751547600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Kent & East Sussex
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-kent-east-sussex-6/
LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T164409Z
CREATED:20241204T164409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T164409Z
UID:24690-1751535900-1751547600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Kent & East Sussex
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Consultant Paul Newman (paul@pnauk.com) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-kent-east-sussex-6-2/
LOCATION:Dover Marina Hotel\, Dover Waterfront\, Dover\, CT17 9BP
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152940Z
CREATED:20241204T152940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T152940Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Andrew Melton and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nAgenda and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-yorkshire-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152940Z
CREATED:20241204T152940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T152940Z
UID:19251-1751967000-1751979600@dev.bifa.org
SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be chaired by BIFA Regional Representative Andrew Melton and attended by other relevant BIFA personnel. \nMembers will get information on BIFA activity with HM Revenue and Customs and other Governmental/regulatory bodies at national level. \nThe 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 commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nAgenda and speakers to be confirmed \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-yorkshire-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250710T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250710T130000
DTSTAMP:20241204T152231Z
CREATED:20241204T152231Z
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this meeting\, taking place in the Cavern Suite\, Level 2 at John Lennon Airport\, for updates about the key issues that could potentially impact your business\, get the latest information from our Policy Groups\, and have the opportunity to discuss issues you are seeing in daily operations. \nGuest Speakers: \nWe look forward to welcoming our guest speakers to the meeting to provide you with external updates. \n➔ During the meeting\, we will be joined by Robin Tudor from Liverpool Airport to update you on the latest developments at the airport \n➔ We’ll also be joined by Kieran Rodwell\, Business Development Manager at MCP\, to update you on the newest MCP products and services \nAdditional Topics: \nAs well as the updates from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest on: \n➔ Customs➔ Air Freight➔ Surface (Ocean\, Road\, and Rail): Current market state\n➔ Legal & Insurance: Review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions\n➔ Environment & Sustainability➔ Training: New CDS Modules for BIFA Bitesize eLearning\n➔ Young Forwarder Network \nDirections for access to the Cavern Suite at Liverpool John Lennon Airport \nThe Cavern Suite meeting room at Liverpool John Lennon Airport is on the first floor of the old control tower\, with lift access available. \nComing by public transport: \nAll bus services to the airport\, including those from nearby Liverpool South Parkway rail interchange\, drop off passengers at the front of the terminal building. When alighting from the bus and with the terminal in front\, turn left and head towards the Fastrack and Meet and Greet car parks. The old control tower should be clearly visible. Turn right to walk round the Meet and Greet car park and by Aviation House to access the entrance to the old control tower. \nComing by car – use the Long Stay Car Park: \nOur postcode is L24 1YD and sat nav’s should guide you to the airport terminal\, entering the site along Speke Hall Avenue. When approaching the airport look for the green Long Stay Car Park signs\, which guide drivers to use the left hand lane\, then turning left at the roundabout heading towards the airport terminal. Keep bearing left and enter the Long Stay Car Park. Drive through the car park and head towards the signposted ‘Additional Parking’ and Parking Zones F-K\, driving along the underpass and park in any available space in Zones F -K. The old control tower is clearly visible and a short walk from the car park. See map below. \n \nThe ‘what3words’ location for the long stay car park entrance is sang.streak.sandpaper or see: https://what3words.com/sang.streak.sandpaper \nThe meeting will commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-7/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250710T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250710T130000
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SUMMARY:BIFA Regional Members Meeting - Liverpool
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this meeting\, taking place in the Cavern Suite\, Level 2 at John Lennon Airport\, for updates about the key issues that could potentially impact your business\, get the latest information from our Policy Groups\, and have the opportunity to discuss issues you are seeing in daily operations. \nGuest Speakers: \nWe look forward to welcoming our guest speakers to the meeting to provide you with external updates. \n➔ During the meeting\, we will be joined by Robin Tudor from Liverpool Airport to update you on the latest developments at the airport \n➔ We’ll also be joined by Kieran Rodwell\, Business Development Manager at MCP\, to update you on the newest MCP products and services \nAdditional Topics: \nAs well as the updates from our guest speakers\, we will also provide you with the latest on: \n➔ Customs➔ Air Freight➔ Surface (Ocean\, Road\, and Rail): Current market state\n➔ Legal & Insurance: Review of the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions\n➔ Environment & Sustainability➔ Training: New CDS Modules for BIFA Bitesize eLearning\n➔ Young Forwarder Network \nDirections for access to the Cavern Suite at Liverpool John Lennon Airport \nThe Cavern Suite meeting room at Liverpool John Lennon Airport is on the first floor of the old control tower\, with lift access available. \nComing by public transport: \nAll bus services to the airport\, including those from nearby Liverpool South Parkway rail interchange\, drop off passengers at the front of the terminal building. When alighting from the bus and with the terminal in front\, turn left and head towards the Fastrack and Meet and Greet car parks. The old control tower should be clearly visible. Turn right to walk round the Meet and Greet car park and by Aviation House to access the entrance to the old control tower. \nComing by car – use the Long Stay Car Park: \nOur postcode is L24 1YD and sat nav’s should guide you to the airport terminal\, entering the site along Speke Hall Avenue. When approaching the airport look for the green Long Stay Car Park signs\, which guide drivers to use the left hand lane\, then turning left at the roundabout heading towards the airport terminal. Keep bearing left and enter the Long Stay Car Park. Drive through the car park and head towards the signposted ‘Additional Parking’ and Parking Zones F-K\, driving along the underpass and park in any available space in Zones F -K. The old control tower is clearly visible and a short walk from the car park. See map below. \n \nThe ‘what3words’ location for the long stay car park entrance is sang.streak.sandpaper or see: https://what3words.com/sang.streak.sandpaper \nThe meeting will commence with breakfast rolls and networking \nIf you’d like to attend this meeting\, please register HERE \nFor further information contact your BIFA Regional Representative\, Andrew Melton (a.melton@bifa.org) \n***Regional events are open to all full and associate members only***
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-regional-members-meeting-liverpool-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN NW - ADR Awareness Course
DESCRIPTION:FREE ADR Awareness Course!\n📅 Thursday 31st July\n🕤 09:30 – 15:30\n📌 Heywood\, Lancashire\nJoin our exclusive ADR Awareness Course for YFN members! \nItal Logistics is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary and to celebrate\, seven lucky YFN members are invited to attend a FREE ADR Awareness training course! \nDangerous goods is a big part of Ital’s business\, and they employ their own Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) and provide training courses for other BIFA members. \nCourse content includes:\n✅ Laws and legislation – why everyone involved in the carriage of dangerous goods should have awareness training\n✅ The difference between Dangerous and Hazardous\n✅ Safety data sheets\n✅ Classes and packing groups\n✅ Exemptions for low quantity loads and limited quantities\n✅ Types of packaging – How to mark and label these\n✅ Documentation – how to raise these with correct information \nThis is an interactive and hands on course and attendees will have plenty of opportunity to practice marking and labelling packaging along with raising dangerous goods notes 📦 \nSpaces will be booked on a first come first served basis. To ensure fairness to all BIFA YFN members\, only one place per company is permitted. However\, if a second person from the same company would like to attend\, they will be added to the waiting list and contacted if a space becomes available. Line manager approval is required to minimise any last-minute cancellations and no-shows. \nThis event is now fully booked. Please email Carl Hobbis on c.hobbis@BIFA.org to be added to the waitlist.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-nw-adr-awareness-course-2/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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SUMMARY:BIFA YFN NW - ADR Awareness Course
DESCRIPTION:FREE ADR Awareness Course!\n📅 Thursday 31st July\n🕤 09:30 – 15:30\n📌 Heywood\, Lancashire\nJoin our exclusive ADR Awareness Course for YFN members! \nItal Logistics is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary and to celebrate\, seven lucky YFN members are invited to attend a FREE ADR Awareness training course! \nDangerous goods is a big part of Ital’s business\, and they employ their own Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) and provide training courses for other BIFA members. \nCourse content includes:\n✅ Laws and legislation – why everyone involved in the carriage of dangerous goods should have awareness training\n✅ The difference between Dangerous and Hazardous\n✅ Safety data sheets\n✅ Classes and packing groups\n✅ Exemptions for low quantity loads and limited quantities\n✅ Types of packaging – How to mark and label these\n✅ Documentation – how to raise these with correct information \nThis is an interactive and hands on course and attendees will have plenty of opportunity to practice marking and labelling packaging along with raising dangerous goods notes 📦 \nSpaces will be booked on a first come first served basis. To ensure fairness to all BIFA YFN members\, only one place per company is permitted. However\, if a second person from the same company would like to attend\, they will be added to the waiting list and contacted if a space becomes available. Line manager approval is required to minimise any last-minute cancellations and no-shows. \nThis event is now fully booked. Please email Carl Hobbis on c.hobbis@BIFA.org to be added to the waitlist.
URL:https://dev.bifa.org/event/bifa-yfn-nw-adr-awareness-course/
CATEGORIES:Young Forwarder Network
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