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Introducing Chris Packwood Chris Packwood has been appointed
BIFA Member Engagement Advisor with a remit
focused on supporting issues raised by individual corporate members. Chris brings to the role more than three decades of experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry. As the former managing director of Geodis UK, he is widely respected for his strategic insight, deep industry knowledge, and long-standing commitment to improving standards across the freight and logistics sector. In this newly created advisory capacity, Chris will work closely with BIFA’s executive team, network of regional representatives, and board of directors, providing expert guidance and dedicated support on matters raised by corporate members. His role is designed to strengthen BIFA’s ability to respond to Member concerns with tailored, practical solutions, while also enhancing the Association’s engagement with industry stakeholders.
Air cargo body focuses on landside ef fi ciency
The Air Cargo Community Advisory Body — established by BIFA to replace several functions of the former CCS- UK User Group and ensure the freight community has a strong voice in shaping the future of Heathrow’s cargo operations — held its second meeting in late July, following its successful launch earlier this year. This brought together key stakeholders from across the airfreight and logistics sector to continue to help shape the future of cargo operations at Heathrow Airport. The latest session built on the momentum of the inaugural meeting held in May, which saw over 75 representatives — including freight forwarders, airlines, Heathrow Airport Ltd, HMRC and ground handlers —
convene at the BT Tower to initiate a new phase of collaboration focused on the airport’s ambitious cargo estate redevelopment plans. The latest meeting centred on efforts to improve Heathrow’s landside efficiency. Attendees received updates from Heathrow Airport Ltd on ongoing developments at the airport, and from BT/CCS-UK regarding the selection and implementation of the Advanced Information System (AIS) as the preferred solution for a new slot booking system for landside freight movements. The meeting also highlighted the new trial of a dedicated truck parking facility to better accommodate long-distance arrivals. This facility offers a safe holding area outside the
main cargo estate and includes welfare amenities for drivers. The session concluded with a dynamic group exercise where delegates explored operational risks and challenges related to slot booking implementation from the perspectives of freight forwarders, airlines, transit shed operators and hauliers. interested in contributing to the Advisory Body’s work are encouraged to contact Andy Cooke at a.cooke@bifa.org If you would like to find out more and sign up to AIS, please contact Claudia Carley at claudia.carley@bt.com Get involved Industry participants
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