With Brexit talks due to get underway in Brussels soon, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) is calling for the UK negotiators to push for a deal that keeps the UK in the European customs union. BIFA Director General, Robert Keen says: “Over the weekend, we heard the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond dismiss speculation that the UK could pursue a soft Brexit and remain part of the EU’s customs union and the single market. “Like many, BIFA … [Read more...] about Freight forwarders’ body – BIFA – joins calls for softer Brexit
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Specialized air shipments of fashion and banking supplies taken on by independent freight forwarders
The economic outlook for growth in airfreight continues to look positive on the back of a much improved 2016 compared to the previous year, as the last IATA report shows. With a conscious effort to improve competitiveness, the air cargo business is looking at ways to provide better customer service and satisfaction. The freight forwarding companies that wish to take advantage of the opportunities must be capable of offering freight solutions suited to customers’ needs and constantly … [Read more...] about Specialized air shipments of fashion and banking supplies taken on by independent freight forwarders
Changing logistics – freight forwarders evolve with trade
The Oxford English Dictionary defines logistics as "the branch of military science relating to procuring, maintaining and transporting material, personnel and facilities". However, the New Oxford American Dictionary, leaving the military perspective aside, defines logistics as "the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies" and the Oxford Dictionary on-line defines it as "the detailed organisation and implementation of a complex operation". As … [Read more...] about Changing logistics – freight forwarders evolve with trade
Freight forwarders association makes Board promotions
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) Board and Council recently approved the promotion of Robert Windsor and Spencer Stevenson to directors of BIFA. Windsor, who joined the BIFA secretariat in June 2009 will continue to lead the trade association’s representational work with government and many other organisations that BIFA seeks to influence on behalf of its freight forwarding members. Stevenson, who joined the BIFA secretariat in June 2010, will … [Read more...] about Freight forwarders association makes Board promotions
Conqueror Freight Network adds RBS Logistics in Georgia
The addition of RBS Logistics Ltd in Georgia to Conqueror Freight Network’s membership has elevated it to the position of 2nd largest freight forwarder network in the industry, according to the group, which now covers 123 countries. “The purpose of a freight network is about enabling members to compete with the multinationals. Having excellent network coverage is essential because the multinationals have offices in every corner of the globe,” explained Conqueror managing director, Antonio … [Read more...] about Conqueror Freight Network adds RBS Logistics in Georgia
Rickenbacker offers multimodal platform
Its central location in Columbus, Ohio and close proximity to an inordinate amount of distribution warehouse space means LCK has attracted an impressive network of freight forwarders and cargo airlines such as FedEx, UPS, Evergreen International, Kalitta and Atlas, as well as a US Foreign- Trade Zone. Located on 6,070 hectares, LCK’s particular advantage is its access to more than half of the US and Canadian population within 800 kilometres and its easy access to majorInterstate … [Read more...] about Rickenbacker offers multimodal platform
