China’s revised Maritime Code, which came into force on 1 May 2026, is the first major overhaul of the legislation in over 30 years and introduces important changes for freight forwarders doing business in China. FIATA has issued guidance on the new Code and recommends that freight forwarders review their operational, contractual, documentation, and insurance arrangements to ensure they are prepared for the updated legal framework.
In an era defined by climate urgency and corporate transparency, ESG governance has become a strategic imperative for organizations seeking resilience, credibility, and long-term value creation. This whitepaper explores the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) integration, emphasizing the critical role of governance as the foundation for effective sustainability practices. It outlines the structural pillars of ESG governance.
This report outlines the sustainability efforts of several prominent transportation providers across the air, ocean, and rail sectors in Canada. Each section highlights the initiatives undertaken by these carriers, their stated goals, and, where available, measurable results in reducing environmental impact and advancing sustainable practices.
The CIFFA Corp Sustainability Committee is pleased to present this comprehensive document, which outlines our collective commitment to fostering a socially sustainable environment. Our goal is to ensure that we communicate specific actions and initiatives that are aligned with the principles of social sustainability—principles that emphasize fairness, equity, and respect for all individuals.
CIFFA’s Technology Committee has developed this introductory guide to AI, highlighting the advancements of computer systems to perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence. This document covers the different types of AI, subfields, when to use AI, guidelines to achieve the desired outcome and potential challenges to be aware of.
CIFFA takes the lead in delivering the nuances and intricacies of the CBSA’s eManifest program. Explore some of the important questions, considerations, and decisions that every forwarding organization will need to make.
This paper is intended to provide the reader with a survey of the legal framework for freight intermediaries in Canada. It is intended to update and supplement the “Doing Business as a Freight Broker in Canada” white paper jointly published in 2016 by the Transportation Intermediaries Association and the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association.
The decision of the US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in its Final Rule on Demurrage and Detention has been welcomed by FIATA as a landmark decision in laying out key considerations to assess the reasonableness of demurrage and detention practices.