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Freshport Rebrands to Customs Support Fresh

Freshport has been part of Customs Support for 5 years, starting 1 January 2021, it is now also carrying our name: Customs Support Fresh. 

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Customs Support Enables Degassing and Risk Analysis through its PX Safety and Van Tienen Subsidiaries

The Customs Support Group does much more than being a customs partner for companies that wish to export goods or import goods and participate in global trade.

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Why We Need Your Power of Attorney

When you become a Customs Support customer and need import- or export documents you need to give us your Power of Attorney. We need it to be allowed to act as your customs agent. When (potential) customers want to give us their power of attorney there are strict guidelines.

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How to Export Goods From the EU to the UK

As of January 1st of 2021, the United Kingdom has left the European Union and is now a third country. This means that it is no longer possible to ship goods from the European Union to the United Kingdom with just a CMR.

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Preferential Treatment for Imports

On January 1st 2021 a free trade agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom has gone into effect, which will alter the way goods can be imported into the United Kingdom from the European Union and vice versa. The changes outlined below pertain to the import of goods using preferential rates.

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Customs Support acquires First Class Zollservice

Customs Support, the independent and dynamic partner for customs matters in Europe, announces the acquisition of First Class Zollservice. Custom Support aims to be the best digital and neutral customs broker in Europe. This acquisition will strengthen our presence across Europe.

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Customs Support acquires Verex Customs Services

Customs Support, the neutral and dynamic partner for customs matters in Europe, announces the acquisitions of Verex Customs Services. Customs Support aims to be the leading digital and neutral customs broker in Europe. This acquisition strengthens our service portfolio and presence in The Netherlands. 

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What Is a Movement Reference Number (MRN), and Why Do I Need One

One thing that will not change after Brexit is the need for a MRN. Both the Customs Authorities in the European Union and the Customs Authority in the United Kingdom will keep issuing MRN’s. So, what is an MRN?  

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Incoterms Explained: Ex Works (EXW)

When goods are bought or sold "Ex Works" (EXW) it means that the Seller is making the goods available at their factory or warehouse. The buyer is then free to come and pick up the goods. Ex Works places full responsibility for cost and risk with the buyer, as the buyer has to arrange everything.

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Port of Antwerp Goes Live with Certified Pick up

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