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24/1/2024
The Fresh Food Industry & Customs
What are the challenges of international fresh food supply? Health is the number one priority when it comes to fresh food. We, as consumers, need to know that the food we buy isn’t going to make us unwell. Any problems that arise also need to be traceable so that potential epidemics can be locked …
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30/11/2023
Customs formalities when importing LNGs into Finland
Tell us about the LNG trade in Finland Most of the LNG trade in Finland is to do with imports. Norway and the USA, both of whom are not in the EU, are two of the main providers of LNGs to Finland. Most of the liquid nitrogen that we see here at Customs Support Finland is from Nordic suppliers. Do …
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19/10/2023
The Automotive Industry & Customs
The automotive industry is more than just cars and other vehicles Although cars are sold internationally, this is a very small part of how the automotive industry works with regards to customs. The largest parts of what we do at Customs Support are before and after the assembly of the vehicle. …
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25/9/2023
Customs and Crustaceans
Why customs needs to be different for lobsters and other live shellfish When importing dead fish, you are required to present an IUU catch certificate during the import clearance process so that you can prove the catch is legal. This is because illegal fishing wreaks havoc on local communities, …
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16/2/2023
Shipping humanitarian aid to Türkiye and Syria
Humanitarian shipments to Türkiye are exempt from permits Vehicles that are carrying aid to Türkiye are not required to have journey authorisation, nor are drivers required to have a work visa. Additionally, there is no need for you to have commercial documents accompanying your goods when they are …
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3/8/2023
Transvenlo Case Study I Post-Brexit
Tell us about Transvenlo Transvenlo is a logistics company in Venlo , The Netherlands, which has been trading since 1979. As the only Benelux member of the UK-based Palletforce network and a provider of distribution throughout the EU, we have a focus on road freight and organise several …
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7/11/2023
Powered-Up Customs
What is meant by “traditional” and “alternative” energy? “Traditional fuels” refers to fossil fuels: coal, oil, and gas. “Alternative energy” refers to fuels that do not take up resources from the Earth or harm the environment. Examples of this are wind, solar, and tidal energy. Human-amplified …
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19/1/2022
Four Reasons Why You Should Get AEO Certified
AEO stands for Authorised Economic Operator and is an internationally recognised quality mark indicating that your role within the international supply chain is secure and your procedures and customs controls are compliant and efficient. The EU implemented the AEO program in 2008 to ensure supply …
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15/2/2023
Meet Our People: Emmett Young
Who are you? Hi! I’m Emmett Young, the business development director for Customs Support in the UK. What does a business development director do at Customs Support? I am responsible for the overall commercial side of the business, the customer service team, and our UK marketing efforts. What does a …