FTA's International Service's involvement in continually changing European legislation and its network of contacts in transport trade associations throughout Europe means members get accurate advice and early warning of problems to ensure the efficient movement of goods by road across borders. This subcription service is available to be purchased by FTA members.

You will benefit from

• immediate access to legal and operational advice and assistance
• notification of restrictions, strikes, blockades and barriers affecting your vehicles and international transport
• answers and guidance on how to overcome restrictions and the difficulties they cause
• assistance when vehicles encounter problems overseas
• support from knowledgeable staff dedicated to helping members

The International Service comprises of:

• Member Advice Centre - provides answers to day to day problems and advice for solving unforeseen immediate situations of international road transport
• Block-Aid Emergency Service - an alert information service giving details on problems such as blockades, border delays, strikes and road closures
• Legal assistance
• International Road Transport Guide - this invaluable guide of more than 400 pages contains details on operational and customs requirements throughout Europe with individual country profiles and details of driving bans
• Monthly International Digests and Briefing Notes - provide concise information on up to date changes and news relevant to international operators
• Provision of CMR Notes and TIR Carnets - we can provide assistance for members wishing to join the TIR scheme and sell carnets to approved operators
• Freight Directory Service - details of members who can move loads to places your own company never visits
• 'Vehicle on hire' certificates - essential if the lorry is leased or hired
• 'Own-account' documents - essential if your company has no Community Authorisation and moves your own goods
• Continental VAT recovery and fuel duty recovery
• Breakdown recovery
• International Insurance Services
• Training Service - including International CPC courses

Price

A yearly subcription to the International Service is £82.50 +VAT.

How to subscribe

For further information and to subscribe to the International Service please call the Member Service Centre on 08717 11 22 22* or email memberservices@fta.co.uk

*Please note calls may be recorded for training purposes