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BIFA welcomes fuel duty news

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) says that the decision to extend the5p cut on fuel duty will be extended for the rest of the year, shows that the government is listening.Steve Parker, BIFA director general said: “BIFA has been a strong supporter of a campaign around fuel duty and we are glad to see that the government has taken onboard our concerns. The announcement of a 12-month holiday on ... [+]

Richard Catt to lead BIFA in South-east

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has appointed Richard Catt as its regional representative for South East England, a new post created to reduce the area covered by Paul Newman, who will now focus on East Anglia and East London.  Already a member of BIFA’s Council and its Policy Group, Richard ... [+]

New survey to tackle organised freight crime

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is urging its members and the wider logistics community to participate in a new police-led survey on organised crime in the UK. The survey, launched by Opal, the national intelligence unit dedicated to tackling serious organised acquisitive crime, aims to build a clearer picture of ... [+]

BIFA raises Windsor Framework concerns in Brussels

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) met European Commission officials in Brussels to discuss the Windsor Framework and its impact on the movement of goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It was part of ongoing engagement between industry and policymakers to assess how the post-Brexit trading arrangements are functioning in ... [+]

BIFA appoints man in the middle

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has appointed Steve Murray as regional representative for its new Central Region in the Midlands. Central Region encompasses the home counties north of London, up to Nottingham in the North, Birmingham in the West, and Peterborough in the East. It has been established to reduce the ... [+]

National Careers Week and International Women’s Day – BIFA gets involved

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is again supporting National Careers Week , highlighting the wide-ranging and rewarding career opportunities available within freight forwarding and the wider logistics sector. It says that while freight forwarding plays a vital role in keeping global trade moving, awareness of the profession among school leavers ... [+]

Book early for BIFA National Conference

BIFA will bring together a line-up of expert speakers at its National Conference 2026, under the theme ‘Navigating a shifting world’. Returning to The Slate at Warwick Conferences on 23–24 September, this year’s event builds on the momentum of the successful reintroduction of the National Conference in 2025. With significant shifts in ... [+]

BIFA launches AI and Technology Working Group

BIFA has formed of a new AI and Technology Working Group, in response to growing interest in the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence. As AI continues to play an increasingly significant role in the way businesses operate, BIFA members have been asking what the Association’s position is and how ... [+]

BIFA makes complaints to Rachel

British International Freight Association (BIFA) policy and compliance director, Pawel Jarza, met with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves and Rachel Taylor MP, to discuss challenges and opportunities facing freight forwarding and logistics. Jarza highlighted critical issues including the ongoing challenge of attracting and retaining talent, freight forwarders’ access to finance, ... [+]

BIFA adds Bitesize training courses

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added five new modules to its Bitesize eLearning programme. The new modules cover ATA Carnets, Representation, Rules of Origin, Sustainability, and Valuation. The existing Classification module has been fully updated for 2026. All modules can be taken individually, alongside the mandatory CDS Compliance ... [+]

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