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CDS 999L Code Extended in UK

The use of the CDS document waiver code 999L has been extended until 31st January 2024 for imports, and January 2025 for exports. Find out more in this article.

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CDS
CHIEF
Customs Clearance
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Ro/Ro Cargo and Ireland

The Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) is a key part of Ro/Ro trade between the EU and the UK, but how is it different in Ireland? Find out in this article.

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Ireland
Supply Chain
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The Automotive Industry & Customs

Components, computers, commodity codes, preferential origin, procedures, and everything in between. Ton van Grinsven gets into the nuts and bolts of the automotive industry and customs in this article.

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Automotive
Digital
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Customs and Crustaceans

Lobsters are a popular delicacy around the world, so they are a target for illegal overfishing. Find out how customs protects these crustaceans in this article.

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Sanctions on Russian iron and steel

From 30th September, there are sanctions on Russia-originating iron and steel, and articles of the same, in the UK and EU. Read about how this affects you in this article.

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Meet Our People: Ash Lacey

Welcome to our exclusive "Meet the People" series, where we take you behind the scenes to meet the dedicated individuals powering Customs Support. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

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Implementing DMS 4.1

You need to be processing your imports on the new Dutch Management System (DMS 4.1), by the end of the year. Senior Customs Consultant Jens Stevens discusses the steps to prepare in this article.

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The Netherlands
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Classification and CBAM

Your HS code can change for the same commodity after some processing, but did you know that this can also change your obligations? Simone Creviari explains classification and CBAM in this article.

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CBAM
Classification
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Meet Our People: Dan Culverhouse

Welcome to our exclusive "Meet the People" series, where we take you behind the scenes to meet the dedicated individuals powering Customs Support. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

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United Kingdom
WeAreCustomsSupport
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World Trade News: August 2023 Edition

​​​​​​​Trade Deals Around the World is our periodic update, giving you a quick and easy overview of what has happened in the many trade deal negotiations worldwide. ​​​​​​​We focus on the European Union and the United Kingdom and watch China and the United States. In this update, we look back on July’s events.

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