Canada’s Freight Forwarding Magazine
In May, CIFFA will introduce a program poised to reshape how customs professionals are trained in Canada. The CIFFA Accredited Practitioner in Customs (CAPC) is not simply another online credential. It is a practical, career-focused program designed by experienced customs brokers and vetted by trade lawyers — created to reflect the realities of modern customs […]
What to Watch: Insurance, Regulatory Changes for Freight Brokers and Forwarders By Glenn Patton, Managing Director, Roanoke Insurance Group Canada, Inc. The following are several important issues regarding the insurance industry and regulatory changes that impact freight brokers and forwarders. With so many Canadian freight brokers and forwarders conducting cross-border business, U.S. regulatory changes affect […]
Maritime March 1: Cost of ‘Land Bridge’ Alternative to Panama Canal Too High for Carriers – The Loadstar Liner operators say they are unlikely to emulate Maersk in using land transport to circumvent the Panama Canal restrictions, as moving containers by land in the Americas could drive costs up more than 30%. In January, the […]
Executive Director’s Statement-Bruce Rodgers Milton Logistics Hub: Oversight or Roadblock? The year has started with a very upsetting development affecting supply chain fluidity. On March 1st, The Federal Court of Canada ruled that it was blocking approval of the CN Logistics Hub planned for Milton, Ontario. Proposed in 2015, the $250 million investment would […]
Maritime February 1: Strikes at DPW Ports Across Australia Exacerbating Empty Box Shortage – The Loadstar Dock worker strikes across Australian ports operated by DP World are amplifying the Red Sea crisis equipment crunch being felt largely in Asia. Following shipping delays caused by diversions from the Red Sea, empty-container shortages have been reported on […]
Every year, CIFFA offers an award to a young freight forwarder who best demonstrates industry knowledge and skills to become a true international freight forwarding professional in the future. After a review process of industry experience and a written dissertation demonstrating technical knowledge, CIFFA is pleased to announce that Rashaad Francisco D’Gama Rose of DSV […]
Maritime December 1: Five Carrier CEOs Call for Regulatory Partnership and End to Fossil Fuel Ships – The Maritime Executive The CEOs of five of the world’s largest shipping companies took the unusual step of joining together to outline a shared vision to accelerate the decarbonization of the global maritime industry. Timed to the conclusion […]