Shipping to and from the Port Authority of Jamaica: What Freight Brokers Need to Know to Succeed adminBlog No Comment 15Nov Share The meeting was chaired by the President and CEO of the Port Authority of Jamaica, Professor Gordon Shirley and engendered a spirit of cooperation by the players to ensure a speedy and smoother flow of containers for the domestic market for the Christmas Season and beyond. In addition to the JCA, other key participants were the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ), Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL), the Port Trailers Haulage Association of Jamaica (PTHAJ), the Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association of Jamaica (CBFFAJ) and the Jamaica Society of Customs Brokers (JSCB) who all committed to making the necessary adjustments for greater efficiency in port operations. Several commitments were made by KFTL and many solutions were put forward including; further extension of opening times at KFTL, from two to five days, as well as on alternate Saturdays until December 8, 2018, to allow truckers to receive containers, thereby reducing the back-log that has occurred at the port in recent months. In the light of the approaching Christmas season, the JCA will continue to collaborate with its partners in reviewing port operations in an effort to ensure operational efficiency.. 15% OFF Packages above Basic. Source:https://www.timesfreepress.com/ Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Phone (required) 25060 Previous Heathrow’s cargo community is cutting truck delays November 14, 2018 Next How to Become a Licensed Freight Broker in Florida: Requirements and Regulations Explained November 16, 2018 Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment. You Might Also Like 12Aug How to Become Freight Broker in CA admin No Comment 12Aug The Benefits of Using a Digital Freight Broker: Expert Insights and Advice for Success admin No Comment 12Aug How to Become a Freight Broker in Alabama admin 1 Comment 12Aug How to Become a Freight Broker in Arkansas admin 2 Comments 12Aug How to Select a Freight Broker: Top 8 Factors Shippers Should Consider admin No Comment 12Aug How to Become a Freight Broker in Arizona admin 2 Comments