Welcome to our IFS News Blog
In this section we share what’s happening in the world of international freight forwarding, with news updates, worldwide freight resources and much more…
Suez Canal blocked for the fourth day in a row
The huge 400m-long ship called Ever Given, operated by a Taiwanese company called Evergreen Marine is one of the largest container vessels in the world. Weighing in at 200,000 tonnes it has a maximum capacity of 20,000 containers. A gust of wind blew the ship off...
How are freight exports to the EU doing compared to last year?
"The latest available data shows that overall freight volumes are back to their normal levels," a government spokesman said. At the start of the year trade was down sharply, but it is improving. The Cabinet Office says "the outbound flow of lorries across the Short...
BIFA encourages members to consider recruiting apprentices
Now, more than ever, we need to promote the industry and give young people employment opportunities…
COVID-19 VACCINE: The largest international delivery ever
It’s the news the world has been waiting for: the Covid-19 vaccines are here. However, with a population of billions waiting to be vaccinated, the work has only just begun…
New chapter for UK outside European Union in 2021
A new era has begun for the United Kingdom, after separation from the European Union was formally completed, at 11pm on 31st January 2020.
Let IFS support you after the Brexit transition period concludes on the 31st December
Negotiations are ongoing between the UK and the EU but from January 1st 2021 all UK trade with the EU will be conducted under either a Free Trade Agreement or with World Trade Organisation terms. So it’s time now to prepare…
Freight Association says latest ‘Border Operating Model’ adds clarity but expresses concerns
British International Freight Association (BIFA) says latest Border Operating Model adds clarity but expresses concerns Following a thorough review of the 272-page Border Operating Model released by the UK government, the trade association for UK freight forwarders...
Any other business: ‘E’ Commerce Business Solutions
Here is an interesting article from our partner, DHL, which we are delighted to share with you. This AOB article explores the latest global e-commerce trends including…
