LEADing Beyond 2010
 

• Signed MOU with NTUC LearningHub on 6 May to prepare, launch and operate public vocational training and continuous education services for the general public and corporate clients, complementing the various SLA higher diploma, diploma and certificate courses.
   
• Inaugurated training programme under the Workforce Skills Qualifications, "Applying Teamwork in the Workplace" on 15-16 June.
   
• The 2nd publication under LEAD and 5th SLA publication "The Practitioner’s Definitive Guide: Safety & Security" was unveiled on 20 November.

• SLA Training Centre set up at SPRING Singapore Building #04-02 and launched on 25 August.
• Announce SLA Scholarship to groom and retain logistics talents on 16 September.
• Celebrated 35th Anniversary with a Gala Dinner on 25 October.
• Signed MOU with UniSIM on 28 October to collaborate in developing the Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management Programme.
• Launched 1st publication under LEAD, "The Practitioner’s Definitive Guide: Warehouse Practices" on 12 November.

Embarked on LEAD programme on 1 October, comprising 11 projects under 4 strategic thrusts: Industry Branding & Benchmarking, Education & Training, Resource & Competence Development and Business Facilitation & Development.

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A New Era - From Freight to Logistics (1999 - 2006)
 

• Embarked on a strategic review exercise that gave rise to four strategic outcomes: re-engineer internal structure & processes, refresh image & branding, upgrade industry capability & business development; and appraise resource development.
• Participated in Containerised Traffic System, a joint Local Enterprise & Association Development (LEAD) project together with Container Depot Association (Singapore) and Singapore Transport Association.
• Signed MOU with Taiwan International Logistics Association (now known as TILSCA - Taiwan International Logistics & Supply Chain Association) on 27 October to cooperate and undertake activities with mutual benefits to enhance the interests of both organizations and their members.
• Signed MOU with NTUC LearningHub Association on 8 December to co-launch a series of certifiable training courses for operation and supervisory logistics personnel.

• Launch of the Transportation Specialist Legal Liability Insurance Programme.
   
• Presentation of Study on Benchmarking and Ranking of Third Party Logistics, in conjunction with the National University of Singapore.
   
• Launch of Occupational Safety and Health Guidelines for the Logistics Industry with the Ministry of Manpower and Singapore General Hospital.
   
• Inauguration of e-logistics TechForum.
   
• Unveiling of "The Practitioner's Definitive Guide: Seafreight Forwarding" - the second publication of the Association in December 2005.

• The SLA's Automated Manifest System (AMS) - Logistics Facilitation Portal was launched on 19 February.
   
• The 2nd revision of the Standard Trading Conditions was adopted at the 30th Annual General Meeting held on 7 May.
   
• The first publication of the association - "The Practitioner’s Definitive Guide: Airfreight Forwarding" was unveiled in November.

The Diploma in International Freight Management was adopted as the AFFA Diploma on 6 December.

• The Diploma / Certificate in Distribution Centre Management launched in February.
   
• SLA Mediation Process established.
   
• SLA management office awarded ISO 9001:2000 certification on 30 April.

The Diploma / Certificate in Integrated Logistics Management and International Freight Management were launched in August to prepare a pool of professionals for the logistics industry.

• The SLA logo was unveiled during the Opening Ceremony of the Logistics Asia 2000 by Mr Lim Swee Say, Minister of State for Trade & Industry and Communications & Information Technology.
   
• The newsletter of the association was renamed SLA Communiqué.

• Name changed to Singapore Logistics Association (SLA) on 30 August with Constitution revised its to reflect its wider scope of representation.
• SLA website - www.sla.org.sg - was launched on 1 March.

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Making its Mark, Locally & Globally (1983 - 1998)

• The SFFA Standard Trading Conditions were revised at the 24th Annual General Meeting held on 25 April 1998 to reflect changes in the logistics and freight forwarding industry as well as to incorporate the Electronic Data Interchange development.
   
• SFFA embarked on the Integrated Logistics Asia '98, the first Asia-Pacific forum for logistics professionals.

• Jointly developed with the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) on a two and a half year Certificate in Business Studies (Logistics) to encourage young Singaporeans to choose freight forwarding and logistics as a career. The apprenticeship programme entails one year of study at the ITE followed by on-the-job training with the participating member-companies.
   
• SFFA was certified as an Approved Training Centre by the ITE.       

• EDITRANS, an EDI transportation system that allows freight forwarders and shippers to exchange electronic shipping documents both locally and internationally, was launched on 28 November.
   
• The SFFA Diploma in Freight Forwarding was endorsed by FIATA following validation of the training manuals. With the approval, all SFFA diploma graduates automatically qualify for the FIATA Diploma of Competence in Freight Forwarding (By Vocational Training and Examination).

The Singapore Accredited Registry of Multimodal Transport Operators was established to serve as a self-regulatory measure aimed at promoting the interests of the freight forwarding industry and other business communities.
 

• Embarked on its first overseas business mission to Vietnam from 4 to 12 June with a delegation of 18 participants.
   
• The SFFA Member of the Year Award was launched to encourage active participation from all members in the affairs of the Association.
   
• A Standing Committee on Warehousing and Distribution was formed in view of the expanded scope of services provided by member-companies.

• The SFFA newsletter was launched to keep members posted on developments.
   
• FIATA granted SFFA license to print and distribute the FIATA Multimodal Transport Bills of Lading to members.
   
• Graduates of the SFFA Diploma in Freight Forwarding gained admission as Associate Members of the Chartered Institute of Transport.
   
• The FIATA Diploma of Competence in Freight Forwarding (by Experience) was awarded to accomplished forwarders from member-companies.

• Focal point for education and training of the newly established ASEAN Federation of Forwarders Associations (AFFA).
   
• The management office moved to its own premise at 51 Thomson Rd, 153B Goldhill Centre.

• Admission of Associate Members for the first time following amendments to SFFA constitution at the 17th Annual General Meeting on 26 March.
• Hosted and organised the 22nd FIATA World Congress. More than 800 delegates worldwide attended the congress themed "The Freight Forwarder - Your Partner in Logistics". Mr Tan Kay Hock, SFFA Chairman 1986-1990, was sworn in as FIATA President during the Congress.
• The SFFA Diploma in Freight Forwarding was developed with the assistance from UN ESCAP and UNCTAD Trainmar Resource Centre. The first diploma was awarded to Mr Yeo Siak Choon.

A management office was set up at #13-314, The Plaza, headed by Ms Ng Soo Hwa.

• The SFFA constitution was revised with the primary objective to promote Singapore's reputation for reliability, integrity and high standards in freight forwarding practice and management.
   
• A set of Standard Trading Conditions was drawn up to spell out the commercial relationship between freight forwarders and shippers.
   
• Vocational training was instituted under the leadership of Mr Ole H. Dyrhauge.

Admitted as a member of Zurich-based International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA).    

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Foundation Years (1973 - 1982)
 

The SFFA office was relocated to 16-B, Murray Street.

Joined Singapore Road Pro-tem Joint Committee together with Singapore Lorry Owners Association, Singapore School Bus Owners Association, Singapore School Transport Association, Singapore Taxi Transport Association and Singapore Cranes Association to address issues involving inspection of commercial vehicles.

Participated in PSA Quarterly Meetings to promote better understanding and cooperation between the haulage industry and the port.

• Established on 6 September as Singapore Freight Forwarders Association with a membership-strength of 70 companies.
• Located at 39-C, North Canal Road.
• Mr Ho Shio Kwang of Sing Kwang Kee (S) Pte Ltd was elected the first Chairman.

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