FFFAI marked its 63rd Foundation Day in Bengaluru, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and the evolving role of custom brokers.
The Federation of Freight Forwarders’ Associations in India (FFFAI) celebrated its 63rd Foundation Day on December 2, 2024, at Hotel Hyatt Centric, Bengaluru. The event witnessed participation from FFFAI Office Bearers, Executive Members, and Bengaluru members, alongside esteemed dignitaries.
Key Highlights:
- Chief Guest: P.K. Agrawal, Principal Chief Commissioner, CGST, Bengaluru Zone.
- Guest of Honour: N. Sivasailam, Retired Special Secretary Logistics, Government of India.
- Special invitees included advisors and past chairmen, such as P.S. Krishnan, R. Radhakrishnan, Shantanu Bhadkamkar, S. Ramakrishna, and A.V. Vijaykumar.
FFFAI Chairman Dushyant Mulani welcomed attendees and reaffirmed the Federation’s commitment to empowering the trade, supporting custom brokers, and strengthening India’s logistics vision. Mulani emphasised the Federation’s role in achieving “Viksit Bharat” by 2047, backed by its 31 member associations and collaboration with CBIC.
Speeches and Insights
- N. Sivasailam urged FFFAI to position itself as a leading logistics institution integral to government policies, enabling global partnerships and innovations. He emphasized the need for custom brokers to evolve as knowledge partners for exporters and importers.
- P.K. Agrawal acknowledged FFFAI’s pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic in streamlining cargo operations and highlighted custom brokers’ contributions to India’s logistics growth. He announced plans to enhance the licensing system with QR-coded licenses and recognised custom brokers as a vital part of logistics operations, driving job creation and economic growth.
Felicitation and recognition
FFFAI honored its Advisors and all 31 Member Associations for their continued support and contributions. The Chief Guest and Guest of Honour felicitated the Advisors for their dedication to the Federation.
Closing remarks
Sudip Dey, Honorary Secretary, delivered a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, Advisors, and Bengaluru Custom House Agents Association for hosting the event. He applauded the Federation’s efforts in fostering collaboration and innovation within India’s logistics sector.
FFFAI’s 63rd Foundation Day underscored the evolving role of custom brokers in shaping India’s logistics future.