FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations

🌟 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

✈️ Aviation Vision from Malta: An Interview with Captain Charles Pace Captain Pace shares his outlook on the country’s strategic growth, its rising influence in international logistics, and how collaboration will shape the future of air cargo. With demand rising and innovation accelerating, Malta is positioning itself as a dynamic hub in the global airfreight network. Read the full interview and more FIATA Review articles here: https://lnkd.in/e_rkZU_p #MaltaAviation #Airfreight #FIATAReview #LogisticsLeadership #FutureOfTransport

The EU’s Import Control System 2 #ICS2 is live! Are you already connected? From 1 April 2025, road and rail carriers must submit additional safety and security data to ICS2 before their goods arrive in the EU. Make sure you are ready before the full enforcement deadline of 1 September 2025. 📄 Learn more: https://europa.eu/!yGfNc8

🌍 That’s a wrap on the 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting! 🚢✈️🚛 🚊 Over the past 3 days, industry leaders, experts, and freight forwarders from around the world came together in Geneva to share knowledge, network, drive innovation, empower the next generation, and strengthen the industry. Key sessions covered today include: - Data Ownership and Trusted Networks in Practice – Strengthening compliance and trust in digital ecosystems. - Everything You Need to Know to Start Using the eFBL – Unlocking the future of digital bills of lading. - Practical Aspects to Insure Freight Forwarders' Risks – Enhancing protection and resilience in freight forwarding. 👏 A huge congratulations to: 🏆 The winners of the Global Sustainability Supply Chain Student Competition 🎓 FIATA Association Members for validating and revalidating their training courses: APAC PANAMÁ (Asociación Panameña de Agencias de Carga), EIFFA 'Egyptian International Freight Forwarding Association', @Indonesian Logistics and Forwarders Association (ILFA), Jordanian Logistics Association (JLA), Lithuanian National Association of Forwarders and Logistics (LINEKA), National Association of Freight and Logistics - NAFL, and Association of Forwarding and Logistics of Czech Republic (SSL)  📜 FIATA Association Members for becoming accredited International Civil Aviation Organization-FIATA Training Centres: APACIT (Asociación Peruana de Agentes de Carga Internacional) and MFFA (Moroccan Freight Forwarders Academy) 🤝 A big thank you to : The FIATA Partners: Platinum: Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority Bronze: CargoWise and World Logistics Passport The 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting Event Partners: La République et le canton de Genève Geneva Tourism & Conventions Foundation Turkish Airlines, the official airlines for the event The Exhibitors: The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) Ethiopian Freight Forwarders and Shipping Agents Association (EFFSAA) Future International Trade (FIT) Alliance Ortelius Universal Postal Union Turkish Airlines Tanzania Freight Forwarders Association (TAFFA) and Zanzibar Freight Forwarder Bureau (ZfB) Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) And all moderators, speakers and participants who contributed to the success of this event. 📲 Stay engaged and continue the discussions and collaborations sparked during the meeting! See you at the next FIATA event! #FIATAHQMeeting #Logistics #FreightForwarding #Innovation #Training #Networking #EmpowerTheIndustry

🌎 18 March (3/3) Wrapping up an insightful day at the 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting! During the last two sessions of the day, we explored two key topics shaping the future of global logistics: 🚛 Optimising Key Multimodal Transport Corridors – In breakout discussions by FIATA regions, participants examined how international organisations can support the development of more efficient, sustainable, and resilient transport corridors. The session highlighted the importance of investment in transport infrastructure, digital connectivity, and trade facilitation to strengthen global supply chains. 🤝 Leveraging Regional Free Trade Agreements – Through interactive discussions, freight forwarders and experts explored how regional agreements can facilitate the timely release and clearance of goods, enhance digitalisation efforts, and support the integration of single window systems. These agreements play a crucial role in creating a smoother, more predictable trading environment. 💡 But the conversation doesn’t stop here! More impactful sessions await tomorrow as we continue to strengthen collaboration and share knowledge across the industry. Stay tuned for another day of learning and networking at the 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting! #FIATAHQMeeting #MultimodalTransport #TradeFacilitation #Logistics #Collaboration #Sustainability

🌍18 March (2/3) Strengthening Regional Ties During today's FIATA HQ Meeting Coffee and Learn session, FIATA Association Members highlighted the upcoming regional field meetings, where industry leaders will gather to share knowledge, network, and drive forward key logistics priorities. Recognising that freight forwarders are essential to the efficiency and resilience of global supply chains, FIATA's focus on empowering regional structures reflects its commitment to ensuring that global logistics solutions are finely tuned to meet local needs while maintaining a harmonised approach. 📍 FIATA Region Africa and Middle East (RAME) | Zanzibar, Tanzania | 30 April – 1 May | hosted by Tanzania Freight Forwarders Association (TAFFA) and Zanzibar Freight Forwarders Bureau (ZfB) 📍 FIATA Region Asia-Pacific (RAP) | Delhi, India | 21 – 24 May | hosted by The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) 📍 FIATA Region Americas (RAMs) | São Paulo, Brazil | 19 – 22 August | hosted by Associacao Nacional Das Empresas Transitarias, Agentes De Carga Aerea, Comissarias De Despachos E Operadores Intermodais (ACTC) 📍 FIATA Region Europe (REU) | Prague, Czechia | 3 – 4 September | hosted by Association Of Forwarding And Logistics Of The Czech Republic (SSL) From Africa and the Middle East to Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Europe, each meeting will foster strategic discussions and collaboration among FIATA members and stakeholders. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of global logistics! 📢 Save the dates and stay tuned for more details. #FIATA #Logistics #RegionalFieldMeetings #Networking #Collaboration #SupplyChain

🌍 18 March (1/3) Another insightful morning at the 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting, with industry leaders tackling key issues in logistics education, trade facilitation, multimodal transport, and regional cooperation. 🧠 Bridging Knowledge and Innovation Discussions kicked off with a deep dive into fostering collaboration for the future of freight forwarding. Industry and academia came together to explore innovation, partnerships, and engaging the next generation—featuring insights from the Global Sustainability Supply Chain Student Competition winners! 🛃 Implementing the WCO Shenzhen Action Plan on AEO Programmes AEO programmes play a vital role in trade facilitation and security. Today’s workshop provided a hands-on look at certification processes, government engagement strategies, and the broader benefits for supply chains worldwide. #FIATAHQMeeting #FreightForwarding #LogisticsEducation #FutureOfWork