Canada’s Freight Forwarding Magazine
CIFFA’s Spring Issue of the Forwarder magazine is dedicated once again to the topic of Sustainability. In 2023, CIFFA created a Sustainability Committee comprising of employees of member firms, each having an interest in affecting positive change. Sustainability has become an increased and important area of focus for CIFFA, , and this issue of the […]
Force majeure, a term originating in French, means “greater force”. Related to the act of God term, it implies an unforeseeable, external force beyond one’s control, like a hurricane or earthquake. Adopted into the legal terminology, the force majeure clause in contracts enables parties to suspend or vary the terms of performance, and removes their […]
In an era dominated by rapid technological advancements and automation, the value of soft skills and critical thinking in the workplace has never been more pronounced. Yet, a concerning trend persists – a deficiency in these essential attributes among employees. As global logistics organizations continue to emphasize knowledge in the complexities of importing and exporting, […]
In the interconnected web of global supply chains, the issue of forced labor casts a long, dark shadow. The logistics industry, tasked with the movement and distribution of goods across borders, is not exempt from this pervasive problem. This blog aims to shine a light on the presence of forced labor within the logistics sector […]
In an era where sustainability is paramount, the logistics industry plays a crucial role in shaping a greener, more efficient future. As the demand for eco-conscious practices continues to rise, logistics companies are seizing the opportunity to reduce their environmental footprint. In this blog, we’ll explore innovative strategies and practical steps that the logistics industry […]
Maritime October 2: Container Pileup in Russia – WorldCargo News As Russia grapples with the western sanctions one year after the invasion in Ukraine, China supports by bolstering bilateral trade between the two nations. Container xChange, the online container logistics platform, has offered its assessment of how the trade impacts the global container logistics industry, […]
Executive Director’s Statement-Bruce Rodgers Time for the government to show what it can do Will Montreal have the same sad experience that Vancouver just suffered in July? Or will an effective federal government – normally all too willing to intervene in the economy – take steps to avoid a labour stoppage at the Port of […]