FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations

FIATA Celebrates 99 Years of Impact in Global Freight Forwarding 🎉 Founded in 1926, FIATA marks 99 years of championing the interests of the international freight forwarding community. For close to a century, FIATA has been, and continues to be, a trusted global voice, advocating for efficient, sustainable, and innovative logistics solutions. Through its worldwide network of Members and partners, the Federation continues to support the advancement of the supply chain sector. As FIATA approaches its centenary, it remains focused on fostering collaboration and supporting the evolution of global trade. Here’s to 99 years of dedication, and to a future shaped by innovation, unity, and shared purpose. #FIATA #FreightForwarding #Logistics #GlobalTrade #SupplyChain

FIATA mourns the loss of Mr Suwit Ratanachinda, a visionary leader and cherished mentor in the freight forwarding and logistics community, who passed away on Sunday, 18 May. As former President of the Thai International Freight Forwarders Association (TIFFA), Honorary Chair of the TIFFA Board of Directors and former FIATA Senior Vice President (2009–2011), Suwit was a driving force behind the growth and modernisation of logistics in Thailand and across the region. His professionalism, generosity, and dedication inspired many. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, colleagues, and the wider logistics community. Suwit’s impact will be remembered with great respect and gratitude.

📋 For economic operators transporting goods to or through the EU, multiple filing simplifies and streamlines ENS data submissions in the EU's Import Control System 2 #ICS2. Why it matters: ✅ Shares responsibility for data submission among all parties involved in transportation. ✅ Strengthens customs processing efficiency. ✅ Reduces the burden on a single data filer, improving operations. 📄 Learn how multiple filing works and what it means for your operations. https://europa.eu/!yGfNc8

🌐 Shaping the Future of Digital Transport in the EU The European Commission is launching a 4-part webinar series on the implementation of the electronic Freight Transport Information (eFTI) Regulation, helping stakeholders prepare for its application. This series will: - Help you understand the legal and technical framework - Provide you with practical insights - Guide you on how to align your existing IT solutions with the eFTI regulation 📅Save the Dates for the eFTI Implementation Webinar Series, taking place from 9:30-12:30 CEST on: - Session 1 – Thursday, 15 May 2025 - Session 2 – Monday, 19 May 2025 - Session 3 – Thursday, 22 May 2025 - Session 4 – Monday, 26 May 2025 A free and online must-attend webinar series for anyone in logistics, freight, customs, or digital transport services. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/d7egVCW8 The shift to digital is accelerating. A more efficient, transparent, and paperless future for EU transport is within reach. #eFTI #EUTransport #LogisticsInnovation #DigitalTransformation #SupplyChain #FreightForwarding #TransportTech #Sustainability #Webinar

FIATA at CNS Partnership Conference 2025 – Miami! FIATA is pleased to join the Cargo Network Services Corp. (CNS) Partnership Conference from 13–15 May 2025 in Miami, a key gathering for the air cargo industry. 📅 Don’t miss FIATA Director General Stephane Graber on 15 May at 14:00, where he will speak on the future of airfreight logistics—highlighting the need for agility and collaboration to meet today’s evolving challenges. The session will explore the current developments in the industry such as: - Digitalisation and automation - Robotics and cybersecurity - Trusted digital networks and data ownership - Interoperability and multimodal transport FIATA continues to advocate for a secure, sustainable and resilient airfreight sector, with freight forwarders playing a pivotal role in shaping this future. 🔗 View the full programme: https://lnkd.in/eMMjpdbQ #FIATA #CNSPartnership2025 #AirCargo #Digitalisation #MultimodalTransport #Cybersecurity #ResilientLogistics #FreightForwarding

🚆 How can international rail better support multimodal logistics? 🌍 Efficient multimodal transport is the backbone of global trade, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across various transport modes. However, challenges such as regulatory fragmentation and interoperability gaps continue to hinder its efficiency and reliability. In the latest FIATA Review, the evolving role of rail in global freight transport was explored, with insights from OTIF - Intergovernmental Organisation for International Carriage by Rail, represented by its Secretary General, Aleksandr Kuzmenko and Senior Legal Advisor, Steve Davey. FIATA contributed to OTIF’s review of the Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail (COTIF) and the Uniform Rules concerning the Contract of International Carriage of Goods by Rail (CIM UR), sharing the freight forwarding sector’s perspective on how these legal instruments can better reflect today’s multimodal realities. 🔎 Discover how rail can play a more seamless role in cross-border operations – and how international legal harmonisation can unlock efficiency across transport modes. 📖 Read more in the FIATA Review: https://lnkd.in/eynQ4C6F #FIATAReview #MultimodalTransport #RailFreight #FreightForwarding #LogisticsLaw #OTIF #COTIF #CIMUR #SupplyChain #TradeFacilitation

🌟 FIATA Member Spotlights and Updates FIATA is proud to recognise the achievements and initiatives of its Association Members through the FIATA Member Spotlights and Updates feature in the FIATA Review. This platform is an opportunity to share how your association is contributing to the advancement of the freight forwarding and logistics industry—whether through training, advocacy, innovation, sustainability, digitalisation or more! We encourage FIATA Association Members to take part and highlight their impact within the global FIATA community. 📣 Are you a FIATA Association Member with a story to share? We invite you to be featured in an upcoming edition of the FIATA Review. Get in touch: marketing@fiata.org Let’s inspire the global freight forwarding community—together. #FIATAMembers #MemberSpotlight #FreightForwarding #GlobalNetwork #FIATAReview #AssociationLeadership #LogisticsCommunity #CallForSubmissions

🔗 Data Ownership and Trusted Networks in Practice: Securing Trust in a Digital Trade World In an increasingly digital supply chain, data is power—but only when handled with trust, transparency, and clear governance. Three global experts unpack how trusted networks, proper data governance, and robust protection frameworks are essential for the future of freight forwarding: 🧭 Pascal Ollivier, Chair of the Data Collaboration Committee at the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), highlights the importance of defining data ownership and governance to enable collaboration across the maritime supply chain. 🌐 Pamela Mar, Managing Director of the International Chamber of Commerce Digital Standards Initiative (ICC DSI), explores how trust is being rebuilt in trade through digital standards, secure frameworks, and interoperable systems—emphasising the role of Zero Trust Architecture. 📜 James Hookham, Secretary General of the Global Shippers Forum, discusses the joint FIATA-GSF Data Protection Charter and the pressing need to secure commercially sensitive data on logistics platforms—empowering forwarders to protect their customers and themselves. 📖 Dive into theses article to explore how FIATA and its collaborators are shaping a secure and transparent digital trade ecosystem: https://lnkd.in/evP3d7jy #DigitalTrade #DataGovernance #TrustInLogistics #FIATAReview #eFBL #FreightForwarding #SupplyChainInnovation

📄 Everything You Need to Know to Start Using the eFBL A milestone in digital trade: The Bank of China’s successful pilot using FIATA’s electronic Negotiable Multimodal Transport Bill of Lading (eFBL) demonstrates how digital tools can accelerate trade finance and secure transactions. This is a big leap forward for SMEs and multimodal trade. Read how the eFBL is transforming real-world logistics from Jun XU, Bank of China and Igor Dragar, CargoX: https://lnkd.in/evP3d7jy #DigitalTrade #eFBL #TradeFinance #SMEsInTrade #FIATAInnovation

From the President’s Desk: The Future of Supply Chains and Global Logistics in 2025 2025 brings with it a new set of challenges—and opportunities—for global supply chains. From shifting trade dynamics and inflation to the rise of nearshoring and digital transformation, FIATA President Turgut Erkeskin outlines the critical issues logistics professionals must understand to thrive in a rapidly changing environment. Read more about how FIATA is helping the industry prepare for the future: https://lnkd.in/eVgueF2i #LogisticsLeadership #SupplyChain2025 #FIATA #GlobalTrade #FreightForwarding