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OBITUARY : Brian Kelleher – a forwarding pioneer
In late January, BIFA learned of the passing of Brian J Kelleher, a true pioneer and gentleman of the forwarding industry, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on New Year’s Day. Brian’s remarkable career spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on the forwarding industry and the many lives he touched along the way. Upon leaving the Army in 1955, Brian joined LEP as a management trainee. As part of his progression, he studied for the Institute of Freight Forwarders qualification, attending evening classes at the City of London College near Moorgate twice a week. The curriculum was rigorous, covering eight subjects: geography, commerce, law of contract, finance in international trade, the Sale of Goods Act, insurance, port transport, and Customs procedures. His career was illustrious, holding key roles that shaped the industry. Brian served as national chairman of The Institute of Freight Forwarders (the predecessor to BIFA) in 1982-1983. He reached the pinnacle of his profession as president of the global freight forwarders body, FIATA, from 1995-1997,
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Brian Kelleher: FIATA president 1995-1997
becoming one of only two UK forwarders to achieve this honour, the first being Derek Heys (FIATA president 1967- 1971). Brian also held leadership roles as managing director of Alltransport and International Express before establishing his own successful company, Kelleher Forwarding, in 1985. Brian’s career reflected the evolution of the forwarding industry itself. Starting when air freight was in its infancy, his early work revolved around the Pool of London before the industry dispersed with the
advent of hubs like LIFT in Stratford (now the London Stadium) and the expansion of the Tilbury docks. John Stubbings, director at Woodland Group and a member of the BIFA board of directors, said: “Brian was a man of great kindness, integrity and humility. He was not just a leader but a mentor and friend to so many, someone whose wisdom, guidance, and generosity helped others thrive. “His profound contributions to Woodland and the forwarding industry at large will never be forgotten.”
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