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The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has appointed Steve Smith as its new chief executive, taking over from Brandon Fried, who will remain with the association during a transition period.
Smith brings over 25 years of leadership experience spanning aviation, logistics, and humanitarian response, including 13 years as president and chief executive officer of Airlink, and a senior commercial role with Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace.
At Airlink, Smith grew the organization from a one-person startup ...
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The Airforwarders Association (AfA) says it is seriously concerned about changes to the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Direct Air Waybill (DAWB) framework, warning that its members could face significant new legal and insurance liabilities.
The revised framework, which came into effect on 1 July, could alter the contractual relationship between ...
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The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has cautiously welcomed the reported peace deal between the US and Iran, saying it could help ease pressure on consumers and businesses.
But it warns that much could still change before the memorandum of understanding is due to be signed on Friday June 19th, and the air ...
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The Airforwarders Association (AfA)has written to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) warning that any reduction in Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations at major ports of entry could disrupt vital airfreight shipments.
It follows reports that the DHS is considering reducing or halting CBP processing at certain airports in so ...
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Airforwarders Association (AfA) executive director Brandon Fried has warned against US government plans to cut and privatize elements of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), saying that it would risk undermining aviation security measures established after 9/11.
He told the CNS Partnership Conference in San Francisco on 19 May: “The lessons of ...
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Most Airforwarders Association members are experiencing disruption from the conflict in the Middle East, while half report increased costs, according to a survey.
It found that more than three quarters are facing some level of disruption, with 29% reporting significant impact and 38% moderate impact.
Cost pressures are also rising, with more ...
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The Airforwarders Association says it is becoming increasingly concerned about the risks to the US aviation system and supply chain following the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security that has been ongoing since February 13.
AfA says that more than 300 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers have already resigned, raising ...
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The AirForwarders Association (AfA) says it is disappointed by President Trump’s decision to impose a temporary 10% surcharge on imports, and called on policymakers to prioritize stable, predictable trade policies that support business.
It said that the decision by the White House to impose broad tariffs risks increasing uncertainty.
AfA said its ...
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The AirForwarders Association (AfA) has welcomed the US Supreme Court’s striking down of President Donald Trump's global tariffs on 20 February, saying that it should bring a degree of clarity for US international traders.
It said its members had seen firsthand how tariff measures negatively impact shipping volumes, pricing, and supply ...
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Airforwarders Association (AfA) executive director, Brandon Fried will retire at the end of the year, following a long-planned decision announced to members at the Airforwarders Association General Meeting on 16 February.
The Board of Directors has employed an executive search consultant to recruit the new leader and an appointment is expected ...
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