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TRS International Freight Forwarding Skills Bootcamp comes to Liverpool City Region

Businesses in the Liverpool City Region involved in importing or exporting goods—or planning to enter the global trade market—now have access to a time-limited and fully-funded training opportunity. TRS, in collaboration with the British International Freight Association (BIFA), is bringing the Skills Bootcamp in International Freight Forwarding to the region, thanks to support from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.

This TRS-exclusive programme is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills in freight forwarding. It will help businesses streamline operations and meet the complex demands of international trade. With the first session kicking off on 31 January 2025, now is the perfect time to secure a place.

Freight Forwarding Skills for import and export

Freight forwarding is vital to global trade, ensuring goods move smoothly across borders. To remain competitive in international markets, businesses must develop in-house expertise in customs procedures, logistical complexities, and sustainable practices. Skilled staff in freight forwarding can be the difference between operational success and costly errors.

For businesses in the Liverpool City Region—a dynamic hub for trade and logistics—TRS’s offering provides an exceptional opportunity to strengthen teams and elevate competency in importing and exporting.

The UK’s Only Funded Freight Forwarding Bootcamp

Thanks to Department of Education funding through Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, the costs of this skills bootcamp are largely covered. SMEs (up to 250 employees) pay only £250 + VAT per participant. Larger businesses pay just 30% of the cost, making it a cost-effective choice for organisations of all sizes.

This programme is ideal for companies looking to upskill their staff without using up their training budgets.

Prestigious BIFA Training

The course integrates two of BIFA’s highly regarded modules—Customs Essentials and Freight Forwarding Essentials—at a fraction of their usual price. Additional modules provide a comprehensive and practical learning experience tailored to the logistics sector.

Carbon reduction

Modern businesses prioritise sustainability, and the programme includes specialised modules on measuring carbon footprints and creating actionable sustainability plans. These add value and help instil long-term responsible practices in your firm.

Flexible delivery

The skills bootcamp runs one day a week over eight weeks, so there’s minimal disruption to daily operations. Participants can easily balance their professional responsibilities while acquiring these vital skills.

While TRS has successfully delivered this programme across other regions, this marks its first availability in the Liverpool City Region. Local businesses now have the chance to access top-tier freight forwarding training close to home.

What Will Participants Learn?

The course teaches skills and knowledge for working in freight forwarding roles. Highlights include:

  • Freight Forwarding Fundamentals – Understanding industry best practices.
  • Customs Procedures – Streamlined insights into navigating regulations.
  • Handling Dangerous Goods – Safe management of specialist shipments.
  • Customer Relationship Management – Elevating service standards and strengthening business relations.
  • Sustainability Planning Skills – Developing impactful green logistics strategies.

Participants must be 19 or older, live or work in the Liverpool City Region, and not have attended another Skills Bootcamp since 1st April 2024.

Industry-Backed Freight Forwarding Training

With BIFA as its delivery partner, this Skills Bootcamp guarantees world-class training tailored to the demands of the modern logistics sector. Known for its excellence in representing the UK freight industry, BIFA ensures participating businesses receive expertise that meets the highest standards.

Bev Ellis, Operations Director at TRS, highlights the programme’s significance:

“We’re proud to bring the International Freight Forwarding Skills Bootcamp to the Liverpool City Region for the first time. With the backing of BIFA and funding from the Combined Authority, businesses can upskill their teams at an incredibly affordable rate while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and sustainability in global trade operations.”

Real Business Impact

Businesses in other regions have already seen the value of this programme. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive:

“The course has given me the confidence to approach new clients with complex logistics needs. I plan to use this bootcamp again for training future staff because the content and delivery were excellent,”

– Robert Lazzerine, Commercial Director at Supply Innovations Ltd.

Such endorsements underscore the substantial impact the Skills Bootcamp can have on developing internal capabilities and unlocking growth opportunities.

Limited Spaces

With the first session scheduled for 31st January 2025, places are filling up quickly. We only have a small number of places available. Businesses can enrol one or several employees, but spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Secure your team’s competitive edge in international trade today.

For more information or to reserve spaces, contact TRS at info@trstraining.net, call 01744 809 010 or leave your details on our contact form.