AFFA activity records
Document conferences, meetings, regional forums, and participation in global freight forwarding dialogue.
News and documentation
AFFA activity, announcements, and regional logistics updates.
This section documents AFFA public activity: conferences, regional engagement, global freight forwarding dialogue, and institutional announcements.
Public logistics context
Publish updates on ASEAN connectivity, sustainable logistics, digitalisation, and professional standards.
Member-only operations remain private
Operational records, company data, invoices, and introductions stay inside authenticated workspaces.
Published documentation
Latest public updates
Published posts document AFFA's institutional activity and provide context for visitors who are new to the federation.
Feb 15, 2026
ASEAN Freight Forwarding Market Outlook Points to Continued Growth
Market analysis projects continued growth in ASEAN freight forwarding, reinforcing the need for capacity and service quality.
Read update Feb 1, 2026
ASEAN Begins ATSP 2026-2030 to Advance Regional Connectivity
Regional reporting on the new ASEAN transport plan points to standards harmonisation and digital systems for lower logistics costs.
Read update Jan 20, 2026
ATSP 2026-2030 Emphasises Capacity Building and Technology Adoption
The ASEAN transport plan highlights capacity building and technology adoption as tools for more inclusive regional transport benefits.
Read update Jan 15, 2026
ASEAN Transport Sectoral Plan 2026-2030 Sets New Connectivity Agenda
ASEAN published the Transport Sectoral Plan 2026-2030 as a framework for resilient, future-ready transport cooperation.
Read update Dec 31, 2025
Kuala Lumpur Transport Strategic Plan Provides Baseline for 2026-2030 Transition
ASEAN transport cooperation under the 2016-2025 plan provides context for the next phase of regional transport work.
Read update Nov 27, 2025
AFFA Announces 35th Annual General Meeting 2025 in Bangkok
AFFA public social media announced the 35th Annual General Meeting for 27-28 November 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Read update Nov 11, 2025
FIATA 2025 Market Report Puts Asia-Pacific Logistics Trends in Focus
FIATA launched a 2025 market report with analysis of global logistics trends and special attention to Asia-Pacific.
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Oct 10, 2025
FIATA World Congress 2025 in Hanoi Frames Green and Resilient Logistics
The 2025 FIATA World Congress gathered the global freight forwarding community in Hanoi under a green and resilient logistics theme.
Read update Oct 5, 2025
FIATA World Congress 2025 Partner Ecosystem Shows Breadth of Forwarding Networks
The FIATA World Congress 2025 partner ecosystem illustrates the range of networks, service providers, and institutions around forwarding.
Read update Sep 3, 2025
FIATA 2025 Regional Updates Show Active Global Forwarding Calendar
FIATA regional updates in 2025 show how freight forwarding associations use meetings to share policy and operational priorities.
Read update Aug 1, 2025
LogiMAT Southeast Asia 2025 Highlights ASEAN Logistics Growth Themes
Industry promotion around LogiMAT Southeast Asia connected logistics growth with regional trade and supply chain opportunities.
Read update Jul 1, 2025
ASEAN Ports and Logistics 2025 Brings Regional Port Discussion to Jakarta
The 2025 ASEAN Ports and Logistics event in Jakarta creates another forum for port, shipping, and logistics stakeholders.
Read update Jun 12, 2025
PMTLAI Role at AFFA Semi-Annual Conference Shows National Association Value
The 2025 AFFA semi-annual conference highlighted how national logistics associations connect local industry with regional federation work.
Read update Jun 11, 2025
Philippines Logistics Dialogue Offers Public-Private Model for AFFA Members
The AFFA semi-annual conference source presents the Philippines logistics partnership model as a regional reference.
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Jun 10, 2025
AFFA Semi-Annual Conference 2025 Highlights Public-Private Logistics Cooperation
The 2025 AFFA semi-annual conference in Pasay City put public-private coordination at the centre of ASEAN freight forwarding cooperation.
Read update Jun 1, 2025
AEC Strategic Plan 2026-2030 Links Digital Transformation with Economic Integration
ASEAN economic planning for 2026-2030 includes digital and technology objectives relevant to logistics and trade facilitation.
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May 28, 2025
ASEAN Future Logistics 2025 Connects Logistics with Inclusive Growth
ASEAN Future Logistics 2025 positions logistics as a backbone of economic integration, inclusivity, and sustainability.
Read update May 18, 2025
ASEAN Future Logistics 2025 Puts Logistics Corridors in Focus
The ASEAN Future Logistics agenda includes logistics corridors as a foundation for stronger regional integration.
Read update May 17, 2025
Digital Freight Takes a Prominent Role in ASEAN Future Logistics 2025
Digital freight appears as a key theme in ASEAN Future Logistics 2025, reinforcing the need for interoperable logistics data.
Read update May 16, 2025
Green Supply Chains Feature in ASEAN Future Logistics 2025 Agenda
Green supply chain themes at ASEAN Future Logistics 2025 show how sustainability is entering regional logistics planning.
Read update May 15, 2025
Halal Logistics Growth Raises Certification and Process Readiness Questions
ASEAN logistics discussions increasingly include halal logistics as part of inclusive and specialised supply chain development.
Read update Apr 30, 2025
Supply Chain Security Management Remains Relevant for Forwarders
ISO supply chain security management references help forwarders think systematically about risk and operational controls.
Read update Apr 15, 2025
Supply Chain Identification Standards Support Better Logistics Data
GS1 standards provide a practical reference for identification, traceability, and data consistency across supply chains.
Read update Apr 1, 2025
Visibility Expectations Keep Rising Across Ocean and Multimodal Logistics
Supply chain visibility providers show how customer expectations are shifting toward better tracking and exception management.
Read update Apr 1, 2025
FIATA Digitalisation Forum and 2025 Congress Programme Signal Digital Freight Priorities
FIATA updates around its 2025 digitalisation forum and congress programme point to stronger demand for digital freight standards.
Read update Mar 15, 2025
Shipper Concerns on Resilience Create Service Expectations for Forwarders
Shipper perspectives on supply chain resilience help forwarders understand customer priorities beyond basic freight rates.
Read update Mar 1, 2025
Digital Bill of Lading Adoption Raises Practical Questions for Forwarders
Digital container shipping standards show how electronic bills of lading could change documentation workflows.
Read update Feb 20, 2025
Electronic Transferable Records Continue to Shape Trade Document Modernisation
UNCITRAL work on electronic transferable records is relevant to digital bills of lading and trade document reform.
Read update Feb 20, 2025
MPAC 2025 Connectivity Lessons Still Matter for Logistics Corridors
ASEAN connectivity planning continues to offer useful lessons for trade routes, infrastructure, and logistics integration.
Read update Feb 5, 2025
WCO Data Model Reinforces the Need for Better Customs Data
Customs data standards remain important for forwarders managing cross-border declarations and trade compliance.
Read update Jan 25, 2025
Air Transport Sustainability Work Matters for ASEAN Air Cargo Forwarders
International civil aviation sustainability and resilience discussions affect air cargo planning and service expectations.
Read update Jan 15, 2025
OECD ASEAN Logistics Assessment Covers Freight Forwarding Competition
The OECD assessment of ASEAN logistics markets includes freight forwarding, warehousing, transport, delivery, and value-added services.
Read update Jan 5, 2025
Green Shipping Policy Signals Sustainability Pressure for Logistics Chains
International maritime sustainability work affects how forwarders discuss emissions, routing, and customer reporting.
Read update Nov 20, 2024
ASEAN Transport Connectivity Planning Moves Toward 2026-2030 Priorities
Regional coverage of ASEAN transport planning shows continued attention to connectivity, economic integration, and implementation.
Read update Nov 1, 2024
IATA ONE Record Highlights Air Cargo Data Modernisation
Air cargo data standards such as ONE Record are increasingly relevant for forwarders handling time-sensitive shipments.
Read update Oct 1, 2024
ASEAN Single Window Shows the Direction of Digital Trade Documentation
The ASEAN Single Window provides a regional example of digital exchange for trade-related documents.
Read update Sep 1, 2024
ASEAN Customs Transit System Keeps Operator Readiness on the Agenda
The ASEAN Customs Transit System remains a practical reference for cross-border movement and authorised transit operations.
Read update Aug 1, 2024
ASEAN Transport Facilitation Resources Remain Important for Forwarders
ASEAN transport facilitation references help forwarders follow regional rules, institutions, and cooperation mechanisms.
Read update Jul 1, 2024
Greater Mekong Transport Cooperation Offers Lessons for ASEAN Corridors
Greater Mekong transport cooperation remains relevant for ASEAN corridor planning and cross-border logistics facilitation.
Read update Jun 15, 2024
Private Sector Participation Remains Important for Logistics Infrastructure
IFC transport and logistics work shows why private sector participation matters in improving infrastructure and services.
Read update May 1, 2024
Asia-Pacific Transport Connectivity Remains Central to Logistics Resilience
UN regional transport work provides a wider Asia-Pacific frame for connectivity, sustainability, and logistics resilience.
Read update Apr 15, 2024
ASEAN Digital Logistics Framework Extends Supply Chain Discussion to Rural Areas
An ASEAN framework on logistics for digital economy supply chains examines how digital tools can support rural connectivity.
Read update Jan 10, 2024
Southeast Asia Freight Outlook Highlights Cross-Border Transit Opportunities
A Southeast Asia freight white paper discusses road freight growth and ASEAN customs transit systems as connectivity tools.
Read update Dec 3, 2023
AFFA 2023 Phnom Penh Meeting Points to Intergovernmental Cooperation Needs
AFFA discussions in Phnom Penh connected freight forwarding facilitation with cooperation among ASEAN governments.
Read update Dec 2, 2023
AFFA 33rd Annual Meeting Emphasises Intra-ASEAN Logistics Connectivity
AFFA members met in Phnom Penh to discuss transport facilitation and stronger logistics links within ASEAN.
Read update Jul 18, 2023
Digitalisation Theme at AFFA Mid-Year 2023 Remains Relevant for Forwarders
Digitalisation discussed at the 2023 AFFA Mid-Year conference remains a practical priority for regional logistics operators.
Read update Jul 17, 2023
AFFA Mid-Year 2023 Reinforces Human Resource Development for Logistics
Human resource development was one of the themes connected to ASEAN logistics cooperation at AFFA Mid-Year 2023.
Read update Jul 16, 2023
Vietnam-Hosted AFFA Mid-Year 2023 Shows Association Cooperation in Practice
The Da Nang meeting showed how AFFA members use host-country events to advance cross-border and sustainable logistics discussion.
Read update Jul 15, 2023
AFFA Mid-Year 2023 in Da Nang Focuses on Green and Sustainable Logistics
The Da Nang conference connected cross-border logistics facilitation with green logistics, human resource development, and digitalisation.
Read update Apr 30, 2023
Logistics Performance Index Offers Benchmarking Lessons for ASEAN Forwarders
The World Bank Logistics Performance Index remains a useful benchmark for customs, infrastructure, shipments, competence, tracking, and timeliness.
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