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NOVEMBER 2025 INFORMATION UPDATES

IN THE NEWS   BIFA Standard Trading Conditions – New Edition Effective 1 January 2026 From 1 January 2026, Kukla UK will operate under the updated BIFA Standard Trading Conditions (STC) – 2025 Edition. As a BIFA member, we adopt these terms as part of our normal working practices, and from this date, all previous editions […]

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BIFA Standard Trading Conditions – New Edition Effective 1 January 2026

From 1 January 2026, Kukla UK will operate under the updated BIFA Standard Trading Conditions (STC) – 2025 Edition. As a BIFA member, we adopt these terms as part of our normal working practices, and from this date, all previous editions will no longer apply. This is a routine industry update and not something customers should

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Customs Expertise You Don’t See, But Are Vital to the Operations

As the festive season approaches and the imports surge ahead of Christmas, Kukla Customs Division (KCD) is once again at the heart of the action. The work done by the Folkestone-based team, led by KCD Director Martin Jacobs, is absolutely vital to the seamless flow of trade, ensuring that every shipment clears UK borders swiftly, accurately, and compliantly.

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What AI Really Means for Global Freight Forwarding 

As the world of beverage logistics grows more complex, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an essential partner in moving wine, spirits, and soft drinks efficiently and compliantly. From automated documentation and customs checks to smarter route planning and carbon tracking, AI is helping ensure product quality, maintain temperature integrity, and improve visibility across every stage of the shipping journey.

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OCTOBER 2025 INFORMATION UPDATES

IN THE NEWS ROAD FREIGHT   Fit for the future: EU driver training and inspection rules IRU’s EU goods and passenger transport committees have adopted two new policy positions on driver qualifications and vehicle inspection rules, setting out practical reforms for current and future challenges. The two new positions adopted by the EU Goods Transport Liaison

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WSTA Latest Insights on Labelling, Duty, and the Future of the UK Drinks Industry

This month, we talk with the Wine & Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) to explore the regulatory landscape shaping the future of wines and spirits in the UK market. With thanks to Samuel Honey, Head of Government Affairs (photo), and supported by Kelly Moss, Associate Director of Compliance & Regulation, and Nicole Alexandrou, Compliance Officer, in

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SEPTEMBER 2025 INFORMATION UPDATES

IN THE NEWS ROAD FREIGHT Professional drivers, global standards: The road to safer transport IRU has called on the United Nations to establish global standards for professional drivers, warning that inconsistent qualifications are undermining road safety and efficiency worldwide. Speaking at the United Nations Global Forum on Road Traffic Safety last week, IRU Global Advocacy Policy

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Bonded Warehousing for Beverages: From 18th Century Innovation to Today’s UK Supply Chains

When you think about moving wine, beer, or spirits, you might picture ships unloading at busy ports or HGVs making their way along motorways. But beverage logistics involves far more than transport alone. One area which is often overlooked but absolutely vital is bonded warehousing. With a history stretching back almost three centuries, bonded warehousing

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AUGUST 2025 INFORMATION UPDATES

IN THE NEWS   ROAD FREIGHT   EU road transport ready for tomorrow’s smart tacho deadline Following several intermediary milestones for the retrofitting of the smart tachograph version 2 (G2V2), the final deadline for heavy-duty vehicles has arrived. Starting 19 August 2025, all heavy-duty vehicles registered in the EU and operating in Member States other

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