Qatar Association for Freight Forwarding and Logistics identifies its members

The Qatar Association for Freight Forwarding and Logistics (QAFL) has held its third meeting at Qatar Chamber and was presided over by Qatar Chamber board member and QAFL president Ali bin Abdullatif al-Misnad.

During the meeting, which was attended by QAFL vice-president Ehab Matta of Qatar Airways, the following members of the association were identified: Ranjeev Menon, CEO of GWC Group; Elias Abou Jawdeh, Commercial and Business Development professional at Milaha; Nael al-Attiyat, country manager at Elite Express Cargo; Mohamed Elwan, CEO of Servex Global Logistics Group; Ahmed el-Fangary, country manager of DHL Express Qatar; and Firas Balawi, general manager of FedEx.

The meeting addressed several challenges facing the logistics and cargo services sector, as well as the opportunities available in this vital industry. The agenda included the introduction of newly appointed members, the approval of the minutes of the previous meeting, and the finalisation of standardised terms and conditions for freight and logistics companies.

Al-Misnad stressed the significance of co-operation and unifying standardised terms and conditions for freight and logistics companies in line with the standards of the FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations.

It also highlighted concerns regarding the company’s policy on dangerous goods. Al-Misnad called for a clearer approach that allows for the handling of these items in strict compliance with FIATA regulations.

He further underscored the significance of leveraging the membership of FIATA Region Africa and the Middle East to enhance international connections, as well as the necessity of increasing engagement through social media and mobile applications for future events. The meeting also included a presentation from Seyir Mobil, a Turkish company specialising in fleet management.