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Irish International Freight Association
celebrates 50 years in 2012, Caoga bliain ag fas
The pages of the brown coloured official Minute Book of the 'Irish Association of Shipping and Forwarding Agents' reads in beautiful copper plate handwriting;
"The inaugural meeting of the Irish Association of Shipping and Forwarding Agents was held in Jurys Hotel on Wednesday March 14th 1962 at 7pm. Those present were R. Whelan, B. Timlin, P. Pim. C.Coyne. E. Robson. A. Archer. T.A. Jones, A.P. Coffey, M. Forde, J. Mac Bride, P. Taylor . M. Horgan. T. Foley.
Mr. A.E. Timlin was in the chair and opened the meeting by outlining the purpose of the meeting, which was to consider the Draft Constitution."
Thus, was the present Irish International Freight Association brought into existence fifty years ago.
In those early meetings issues such as the delays in having goods picked up at the docks (North Wall Extension 1965 "Checkers and Head Checkers not being available"), opening charges, commissions from shipping lines and tallying charges were some of the subjects of discussion.
Two years later, at a meeting on 24th March 1964 it was decided that "as and from the 1st of May the following minimum scale charges should apply: - £1.2.6d Per Entry".
In addition there should be a minimum charge of 7/6d (Agency or dock attendance) ....
Finally it was resolved that the Agency charge for releasing consignments should be as follows:
10/- where such release is given to non-members or the association
7/6 - in the case of release to members
Just some of the many interesting pieces of information that reflect a world far removed from our current digital age.
We would welcome ideas and suggestions from members as to how this event should be celebrated next year and we look forward to hearing from you.
E-mail to iifa@eircom.net
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All Ireland Freight Forum - Belfast November 7th 2011
At the All Ireland Freight Forum held in Belfast on Monday 7th of November 2011 a number of points were raised by IRHA representative Mr.George Mills which he suggested should be addressed and which would lead to harmonization on an "All Island" basis for the "mutual benefit of both parts".
1. The disparity in weight limits between North and South of the border means that for a haulier based in North Donegal it must abide by UK limits as daily transit of NI is necessary to get to Dublin.
2. The application of Cabotage in the UK has meant the impounding of Irish trucks in Wales as they have been deemed to be in breach of the rules. This, although meant to protect UK haulier interests, is forcing Irish firms to "re-flag" to the UK and consequently legitimizing UK internal activities by Irish haulage firms. This in effect is an "own goal" by VOSA.
3. On the other hand and in the other Island, the Republic of Ireland authorities still have not got around to introducing cabotage rules and consequently NI trucks are free to travel to Dublin Port and "pick up and drop all the trailers they want."
4. The IRHA has put forward the notion to the Department of Finance of recognition of the difference between the essential user of fuel and the discretionary user.
According to the calculations of the IRHA its plan would save E150 million annually by introducing a one color of diesel only and the working of a graduated rebate system for hauliers ( who would have to be tax compliant and licensed ), farmers and the fishing industry. The savings would be made by eliminating "tank-tourism" to other European countries and eliminating the laundering of M.G.O. at the same time.
Mr. Mills contends that "The situation at the moment is undermining the whole industry as there is not a level playing field out there."
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Radical Changes to RTO legislation
on 4th of December 2011
Of particular note is the fact that the penalty for operating illegally is being increased from €6,350 to €500,000 and/or 3 years in prison.
Also of particular note is that firms who engage an unlicensed operator face the same penalty of €500,000 and/or 3 years in prison. The current maximum fine for this is €1,270.
For all the details of the changes, refer to the Department of Transport website - www.dttas.ie under "Road Transport Operator Licensing" and then click on "Reports and Publications" to access and download all relevant documents.
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IIFA Standard Trading Conditions - an effective defense
IIFA Standard Trading Conditions & the Importance of Incorporation The IIFA Standard Trading Conditions were recently tested in a Circuit Court case.
One of benefits of IIFA membership is the entitlement to use the Irish International Freight Association Standard Trading Conditions (IIFA Conditions").1 This was recently emphasized in a Circuit Court case which was successfully defended by an IIFA member. The Judgment is pleasing as it confirmed the validity of an exclusion clause within the IIFA Conditions, and, it also emphasized the importance of ensuring valid incorporation of the IIFA Conditions in contracts.
Hugh Kennedy of Lavelle Coleman solicitors, who acted on behalf of the successful IIFA member, will discuss the issues in a webinar which IIFA is setting up in January.
We will notify full trading member representativesof the details nearer the date.
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Interocean Agencies achieves AEO status
IIFA Full Trading Member Interocean Agencies has successfully completed its application and now has AEO status effective from the 25th of November 2011. Managing Director Alan Wilkinson had the following to say on the newly achieved status; "We are represented with agents around the globe and they are very aware of the fact that AEO's are recognised worldwide as safe, secure and compliant business partners in international trade. We are heavily involved in the Wine and Spirits trade both export and import and our clients certainly appreciate the importance of working with an agent that is fully customs compliant to a standard that is internationally recognised and is continually monitored and audited by Revenue."
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Awards a plenty for IIFA Members
Pictured left to right: Terry Allen (Hawthorn Logistics), Philip Kane (Geodis - IIFA President), Silvia Valles Barrera (2011 YIFFA Winner - Hawthorn Logistics), Marthin Cunningham (Hawthorn Logistics) and IIFA CEO Colm Walsh.
Following her success as the 2011 Young International Freight Forwarder of the Year at the 2011 FIATA World Congress in Cairo, Egypt, Silvia Valles was presented with an engraved pen and business card holder as a token of her efforts from the Irish International Freight Association on 22nd November 2011. The presentation was made by IIFA President Philip Kane in front of an audience of IIFA Council Members and representatives of Hawthorn Logistics.
Pictured left to right: Brendan Keating, Port of Cork Company (sponsor of the award), Minister Richard Bruton T.D., Ardle McMahon, APL Ireland & Mark Fitzgerald.APL Ireland, winner of the "Deep Sea Shipping Company of the Year 2011" at the Irish Exporters Association's Export Awards for 2011 which took place at the Convention Centre in Dublin on Friday the 11th of November 2011.
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New Members of the
Irish International Freight Association
We welcome the following firms who have joined the IIFA
as Full Trading Members:
Air Ocean Ireland Unit 10D, Santry Business Park, Santry, Dublin 9 Tel: (+353) 01-842-8404 E-Mail: info@airocean.ie Website: www.airocean.ie 
Quay Logistics 6D Swords Enterprise Park, Feltrim Road, Swords, Co. Dublin Tel:(+353) 01 813 8230 E-Mail: eoin@qlog.ie 
Transmec Ireland c/o Independent Express/TPN Unit 3 Orion Business Campus Northwest Business Park Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 Tel: (+353) 01 529 0360 E-Mail: transmecie@transmecgroup.it Website: www.transmecgroup.it And as Affiliate Member we welcome: 
R.A.S Group Unit 9, Rosemount Park Drive, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin, Dublin 11 Tel: (+353) 01 860 8570 E-Mail: alan@ras-group.ie Website: www.ras-group.ie
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IIFA stand at
Packaging, Processing & Logistics 2012
The Irish International Freight Association is supporting the re-launched easyFairs Packaging, Processing & Logistics 2012 event, taking place on 16 & 17 May 2012 at Citywest, Dublin.
The organisers, easyFairs, have designed this as a full-service event encompassing the full manufacturing supply chain including: processing equipment; innovations in measurement and regulation; pumps and valves; packaging solutions; coding; labelling; printing systems and technology; plastics and polymers; and transport and logistics services. This unique show will provide IIFA members with a platform to access manufacturers who are looking to bring their products and services to market.
The Irish International Freight Association has a designated pavilion at Packaging, Processing & Logistics, and members will have the opportunity to exhibit in this area. This event is being advertised in targeted media, both online and in print, national press and radio, in the run up to the show. IIFA Member representatives were this month notified of this event by direct mail. For further information on the opportunity to promote your company at the show telephone Marc Benoit on 01 903 6060 or email marc.benoit@easyFairs.com
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Wells Cargo Logistics partner with
Jameson Dublin Film Festival 2012
Wells Cargo Logistics has announced their appointment as Official Print Transport Partners to The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival 2012. Ireland's foremost film event, The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival will be celebrating its 10th year this coming February, with a varied and absorbing programme of over 130 films. Just announced screen legend Al Pacino will be attending the Irish premiere of his latest project 'Wilde Salome' The festival takes place in Irelands capital city from 16th until 26th February in Dublin city centre Cinemas including Cineworld, The Savoy, Screen and the Irish Film Institute.
Wells Cargo are proud to be associated with the premier Film Festival again this year and greatly appreciate the recognition by JDIFF of Wells Cargo as being the premier logistics provider to the Irish Film & Media industry. Joanne O'Hagan CEO of JDIFF commented on Wells Cargo - "Pearl and her colleagues have been a pleasure to work with. Excellent reliability and great understanding of our freight requirements ensured a fantastic service."
Wells Cargo have been associated with the Film Industry for the last 30 years - catering for their transport/courier needs both nationally and internationally but are also specialist in the transport of Wine, Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics with solutions via Air, Sea and Road from Europe, USA and China.
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DHL sponsors Action Ireland Trust shipment
to Lesotho, Africa
Pictured above: Maurice Meade, Managing Director, DHL Global Forwarding, Ireland, Karla Potter, Ambassador of Lesotho, Paramente Phamotse, Niall Fitzgerald, Andrew Killeen, Shirley Donlon and Fran Whelan, Action Ireland Trust.
Two 40 foot containers required to transport donated medical and school supplies to Lesotho
Dublin, December 19, 2011 - DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist within the Deutsche Post DHL group, has teamed up with Action Ireland Trust to transport two full 40 foot container loads of donated medical and educational supplies to Lesotho, Africa. The goods shipped include hospital beds, wheelchairs, school supplies, clothes and games. An ambulance was also included in the shipment, which will be used to provide access to rural areas where clinics are serviced by St Joseph's Hospital at Roma. The ambulance will also serve to transfer patients to the main Hospital at Maseru where more serious cases are handled.
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Limits of Liability (Cargo Claims)
By Sea - Hague Visby Rules
SDR 2 per kilo or
SDR 666.64 per package
By Road - CMR
SDR 8.33 per kilo
By Air - Warsaw/Montreal
SDR 19 per kilo
IIFA Standard Trading Conditions
SDR 2 per kilo
The SDR rate on 15/12/2011 according to the
International Monetary Fund
was
1 SDR = 1.180340 Euro
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Agus and focail scoir:
Quote of the week:
"Rats. Nobody sent me a Christmas card today. I almost wish there weren't a holiday season. I know nobody likes me. Why do we have to have a holiday season to emphasize it?"
- Charlie Brown Christmas Movie Quote
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