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BIFA offers freight for beginners course

[ December 19, 2023   //   Chris Lewis ]

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is add a new training course to its one-day freight essentials training portfolio in January.
Introduction to Freight has been designed as a practical course for complete newcomers to the world of freight and logistics. BIFA says it will give participants a good foundation in the processes involved when importing and exporting goods. By the end of the course, participants can expect to be able to identify all parties involved in the process of importing and exporting goods, whilst understanding the process of a shipment, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the freight forwarding and logistics company and the various carriers involved.
They will also be able to determine the main elements required when arranging a shipment between a buyer and seller; and understand the common documents used.
The course will explain why shipping instructions are required and explain their roles and responsibilities, explain the differences between the commercial invoice and the packing list, the information that needs to be provided; and an overview of Incoterms 2020 and their role in the terms of sale.
Carl Hobbis, member services director at BIFA, who has management responsibility for the trade association’s training and development services said: “The course is an ideal starting point from which to move on to BIFA’s ‘Freight Forwarding Essentials’ and ‘Customs Essentials’ courses, which give more insight into specific aspects of the logistics industry and customs processes, respectively.
“Anyone working for a BIFA member wishing to participate in the new course can take advantage of a special introductory offer and save £100 when they book and secure their spot on this course for only £190.”

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