The Port of Tyne, one of the UK’s busiest ports, has been granted Authorised Economic Operator (‘AEO’) status as part of its preparations for Brexit. AEO status is an internationally recognised quality mark, awarded by HMRC; it means that the Port’s customs checks and processes meet international standards as well …
Read More »Customs expert: British firms must consider Transitional Simplified Procedures for Brexit
British businesses importing goods from the EU should consider applying for and using Transitional Simplified Procedures (TSP) to prepare for Brexit and avoid huge delays at ports, regardless of the outcome of current negotiations, a leading expert from The Customs People warns. HMRC unveiled the procedures in February and said …
Read More »AEO status makes more sense than ever, says UK Freight Forwarding Association
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) – www.bifa.org – is pointing to two significant dates later this year that demonstrate to forwarders why acquiring Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status has never been more important. The Union Customs Code (UCC) is being introduced across the European Union (EU) on May 1st …
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