CIFFA’s Know Your Shipper (KYS) Guidance for Freight Forwarders is a resource document that establishes the standards and procedures that freight forwarders must follow to verify the identity, legitimacy, and compliance status of all shippers. By implementing consistent Know Your Shipper (KYS) practices, forwarders reduce exposure to fraud, regulatory violations, and operational risks. These procedures ensure that all cargo originates from reputable entities and that the forwarder maintains compliance with international trade, security, and sanctions regulations.
CBSA announces Changes to Freight Forwarder Compliance: CIFFA
The CBSA has informed CIFFA members about a pending change to freight forwarder compliance that will be taking place as of February 1, 2026.
Until now, all Freight Forwarder compliance has been managed through the Highway, Air and Freight Forwarder Carrier Compliance Unit (HAFCCU), and as of next month, Marine and Rail Carrier Compliance (MRCC) will join them.
Developed by TT Club and UK P&I Club, this guide is intended to support shippers, forwarders, shipping line booking staff and those who pack dangerous goods into cargo transport units for carriage by sea, in line with the latest requirements of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.
CIFFA Guidance: Upcoming Changes to CBSA A48 Corrections and Release Status Procedures
To demonstrate our continued engagement with the UN Global Compact, CIFFA reaffirmed its commitment to support the key principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption by filing its required Communication Of Engagement (COE) report, outlining specific activities taken the past two years.
The threat landscape impacting air cargo, mail and supply chains continues to evolve. This guidance material developed by IATA, summarizes a range of enhanced security measures that supply chain partners may consider implementing to reduce the risks posed by Improvised Incendiary Devices.
To demonstrate our continued engagement with the UN Global Compact, CIFFA must submit a Communication Of Engagement every two years, which discloses specific activities taken to support the key principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption.
CIFFA’s Technology Committee has been considering for some time how to best provide value for members after issuing its first report, a look at the top cybersecurity practices for small and medium-sized businesses. This report is the outcome of that reflection.
CIFFA’s Sustainability Committee has been through a discovery process, learning about the origins of sustainability, various tools, reference materials and networks, with an interest in raising awareness for members and to explore opportunities for CIFFA. These findings have been outlined in the following: Sustainability Blueprint – An Introductory Guide to Sustainability for CIFFA Members.