Industry News
IFCC holds discussions in Geneva
With delegates gathered in Geneva for the FIATA HQ spring meeting in March, the IATA FIATA Consultative Committee (IFCC) took the opportunity to meet at the IATA of fi ce within Geneva Airport. BIFA’s David Stroud attended as a FIATA delegate and contributed to the following discussions: • ONE Record adoption commitment and impact – ONE Record is IATA’s system for data sharing across the complete supply chain; • Understanding the work and rulings of the Cargo Agency Commissioners – The Cargo Agency Commissioners is a neutral body used to settle disputes between carriers and freight forwarders; • The IFCC Working Group to modernise the agency programmes into a
Global Air Cargo Programme – a much welcome proposed programme to allow forwarders valid input to the processes underpinning the movement and handling of air cargo;
• An in-depth review of both the Cargo Agency Conference and Cargo Services Conference agendas – these conferences currently determine how cargo is handled and processed.
David has now stepped down from his role as FIATA delegate following his retirement from BIFA at the end of March, but BIFA will continue to monitor output from the IFCC and report to Members as appropriate.
Challenge yourself – support Transaid
BIFA’s charity partner Transaid has launched its next EU cycle challenge. Join Transaid on an adventure through the scenic southern roads of the Republic of Ireland in the organisation’s first challenge in the country. Beginning in the historic city of Cork, the route heads east, weaving through lush farmland and stunning coastal roads in view of the formidable Wicklow Mountains, before finishing in Dublin’s bustling city centre. This exciting three-day, 331- kilometre journey will take place from 24-28 September 2025, bringing together teams from across the transport and logistics industry to raise crucial funds for Transaid’s road safety and access to healthcare projects across sub-Saharan Africa. Transaid’s cycle challenges
are well known across the transport and logistics industry, and with individuals
and teams at all levels welcome on the ride, why not take on the challenge?
Find out more: www.transaid.org/events- challenges/cork-to-dublin/
6 | May 2025
www.bifa.org
Made with FlippingBook Annual report maker