From the CEO’s Desk

Institute of Customs and Freight Forwarding Launches Supply Chain Management Professional Designations

Posted on June 1, 2026 by ICFF Admin

By Ingrid Du Buisson, CEO – ICFF The Institute of Customs and Freight Forwarding proudly announces the launch of its new professional designations in Supply Chain Management, expanding its suite of industry-recognized designations. This strategic addition complements the ICFF’s existing designations in Customs and Freight Forwarding, reinforcing its role as a leader in professional development […]

Professionalizing South Africa’s Logistics Sector

Posted on April 28, 2026 by ICFF Admin

By Ingrid Du Buisson, CEO – ICFF The Strategic Role of the Institute of Customs and Freight Forwarding South Africa’s road freight industry is the backbone of trade and logistics, connecting ports, borders, and inland markets. Yet, the sector faces persistent challenges: regulatory complexity, skills gaps, and the need for greater efficiency in cross-border operations. […]

The Middle East War and Its Impact on International Trade and Professional Proficiency

Posted on March 25, 2026 by ICFF Admin

By Ingrid Du Buisson, CEO – ICFF The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has created significant turbulence in international trade. Strategic shipping routes such as the Suez Canal and the Strait ofHormuz face heightened risks, forcing vessels to reroute and increasing transit times. Rising oil prices, surging insurance premiums, and unpredictable supply chains are […]

Freight Forwarding & Customs Skills required to address challenges in 2026

Posted on February 3, 2026 by ICFF Admin

An ICFF Perspective It appears that globally we have started the new year with great uncertainty and anxiety, entering another era of international trade disruptions. It is within this context, that the ICFF encourages all Freight Forwarding organizations to implement a well-structured learning and development strategy, to identify and understand the level of skills and […]

ICFF Research on Learning & Development

Posted on November 25, 2025 by ICFF Admin

The Foundation towards building Professionals YResearch by the Institute of Customs & Freight Forwarding (ICFF) on training and development is vital because it ensures professionals in the forwarding and customs clearing sector remain compliant, skilled, and competitive in a rapidly changing global trade environment. The forwarding and customs clearing sector is the backbone of international […]

Why Strategic Partnerships in Professionalising the Forwarding & Clearing Sector Matters

Posted on October 29, 2025 by ICFF Admin

The forwarding and customs compliance sector in South Africa is a critical enabler of international trade. However, fragmented standards, limited training access, and inconsistent regulatory alignment hinder its full professionalisation. Strategic partnerships between government, industry bodies, educational institutions, and technology providers offer a transformative path to elevate the sector’s credibility, efficiency, and global competitiveness. You […]

The Strategic Importance of Professionalising the Forwarding and Clearing sector in South Africa

Posted on October 29, 2025 by ICFF Admin

Professionalising the forwarding and clearing sector in South Africa is a strategic necessity for unlocking trade potential, improving customs efficiencies, and positioning the country as a competitive logistics hub. Enhancing South Africa’s global trade competitiveness is a strategic imperative that all employers and employees in this sector need to heed, as it is this sector […]

Disruptions in the supply chain and logistics industry

Posted on October 29, 2025 by ICFF Admin

How adaptive learning can assist freight forwarders in pre-empting unforeseen circumstances and contribute to their professional development Disruptions in the supply chain and logistics industry is becoming increasingly complex, especially for freight forwarders who operate at the intersection of global trade, technology, and regulatory frameworks. This has become the norm in the industry, however, are […]

Durban Roadshow

Posted on October 29, 2025 by ICFF Admin

The month of July was a very productive one for the ICFF, we took our roadshow to Durban, and our roadshow was a resounding success. We had good attendance, and once again ABSA was phenomenal in their support. They sponsored the whole event at their regional office. Thank you to representatives from the industry that […]

Eliminating the Fear of Being Evaluated

Posted on July 1, 2025 by ICFF Admin

Why Employees should embrace lifelong learning and professionalisation as the new norm Over the last few months, I have had the opportunity to meet with several Employers to discuss the importance of assisting their employees in obtaining professional recognition for their years of experience and knowledge gained. Many of our industry employees do not have […]