Peter Quantrill steps down as BIFA chief, Robert Keen accepts post

THE British International Freight Association (BIFA) has named Robert Keen as its new director general to succeed Peter Quantrill who retires from the trade association in August.

Mr Keen, joined the industry in 1970 and worked for a succession of forwarders before joining BIFA in 1999. He was appointed an executive director of BIFA in 2009.

He is also chairman of the FIATA Multimodal Institute and a member of FIATA's extended board, vice chairman of CLECAT's Maritime Logistics Institute and a member of the CLECAT'S board. He has also been chairman of the United Kingdom Air Cargo Club.

Said BIFA chairman Carson McMullan: "We are delighted that Robert Keen has accepted our offer of promotion to director general. He has had an excellent record of achievement since he joined BIFA and enjoys a great relationship with the membership.

Said Mr Keen: "I am looking forward to working with the talented team within its board of directors, council and regional committees, as well as the management team in its secretariat."

BIFA represents UK companies engaged in the international movement of freight by all modes of transport. A not-for-profit organisation, BIFA is funded by subscription and run by its members for members.