Meeting/Event Information

Above and Beyond: Tackling the Challenges of Oversized Air Freight

In celebration of National Transportation Week, the Houston Customs Brokers & Freight Forwarders Association is bringing a dynamic panel discussion on the future of heavy lift. This is an event you won't want to miss. 

Panel Line Up

Michael D. Polakow, Diamond Offshore

James Harbi, DHL Global Forwarding

Charlie Murphy, Air Charter Service

Unlock the secrets to overcoming the unique challenges of oversized air freight during our panel luncheon of industry experts. Joining us will be Mike Polakow with Diamond Offshore, James Harbi with DHL Global Forwarding – Industrial Projects,  and Charlie Murphy with Air Charter Service to weigh in on navigating industry complexities, optimizing logistics, and what the future may hold for project air freight. Our experts will delve into the important aspects of managing oversized cargo and offer practical feedback tailored to the needs of our industry. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge and elevate your expertise in the world of oversized air freight.

Secure a reserved table at this luncheon today!  With the purchase of eight tickets, your company will be guaranteed a table reservation for the best seats in the room.  (First-come, first-served.)

Are you or your company interested in sponsoring one of HCBFFA luncheon events? Email [email protected] for arrangements.

CCS / CES Point Information. This event is approved for 2 NCBFAA CCS/CES points.

Registration opens at 11:30, lunch will begin at 11:45 and our Guest Speaker will begin shortly after 12. 

Members enjoy lunch at a reduced rate from our non member attendees. 

Student discounts are available. Please email [email protected] for more information on student discounts.

If you are having problems completing the online form in the registration link or if you do not know your member login, please email [email protected] for assistance. 

CCS/CES Credits will only be awarded to those who attend the event in person.

***Before clicking register, please note the following when registering for multiple attendees****

If you are a member company and will be taking two additional guests from your own company, please add the total number of guests (3) to the ticket field and click add. This will open a box where you can enter the separate names for each attendee. If you are a member and wish to take 2 guests from a non member company, add the number of tickets to each field ("1" Member ticket) and click add and it will add that single member ticket and then 2 HCBFFA non member ticket and click add and it will open the screen to type additional names of guests.  

If you are a member and have problems registering at the "member" rate, please email [email protected] to be sure your account is set up as a member account for the purposes of luncheon sign ups.