The British International Freight Association has added five new modules to its Bitesize eLearning programme, further strengthening the training available to members of the trade association as part of their subscription benefits.

The new modules cover ATA Carnets, Representation, Rules of Origin, Sustainability, and Valuation, while the existing Classification module has been fully updated for 2026. Each course is designed to deliver practical, bite-sized learning focused on real-world customs, compliance and trade challenges.

The ATA Carnets module explains how carnets replace customs declarations, suspend duty and VAT, and help traders avoid delays and unnecessary costs. Representation explores the legal responsibilities and liabilities involved, while Rules of Origin focuses on correct duty application, origin declarations and avoiding border delays. The Sustainability module introduces freight emissions measurement and practical ways to embed greener logistics, and the Valuation module explains customs valuation methods to ensure accurate declarations and compliance.

All modules can be taken individually, alongside the mandatory CDS Compliance module, which centres on import home-use declarations and the consequences of compliance errors.

Existing modules in this suite can each be undertaken separately and include: Standard Export Declaration; Export from Customs Warehouse; Outward Processing; Inward Processing; Temporary Admission; and Returned Goods Relief.

In addition to CDS Compliance, the existing BIFA Bitesize content also includes: Preparing to Trade; Incoterms 2020; Inward and Outward Processing; Customs Warehousing; Classification; Returned Goods Relief; Paying HMRC, and Customs Procedure Codes.

Since launching in February 2025, BIFA Bitesize has seen strong uptake, with more than 2,300 active users completing over 8,800 courses.

Carl Hobbis, member services director at BIFA, said: “BIFA Bitesize is a suite of eLearning that has been developed as part of BIFA’s ongoing commitment to provide a variety of training options, aimed at enhancing knowledge in areas critical to freight forwarding, customs compliance, and international trade.

“BIFA Bitesize gives full trading members unlimited access to eLearning as part of their membership fee. The response has been tremendous, and it’s proving to be a genuinely game-changing initiative for our sector.”

Steve Parker, director general of BIFA, added: “These new modules reinforce our commitment to delivering exceptional value and high-quality training. They support both new entrants and experienced professionals, ensuring members’ staff have access to relevant, up-to-date learning.”