Blog

The UK Target Operating Model – What you need to know The UK Target Operating Model (TOM) is a part of the 2025 border strategy. Originally proposed in 2020, this initiative has a few objectives:  – redefine the British border following Brexit.– evolve processes with the adoption of digital.– make the border more efficient.– heighten […]

The benefits of end-to-end customs clearance If you’re an importer or an exporter, you know the importance of getting your import or export clearance done accurately, on time, and in a compliant manner. But what about when your trading partner’s nominated customs clearance agent isn’t able to provide the same service as yours? Find out why and how you

Windsor Framework proposed to alleviate NI Protocol issues The Northern Ireland Protocol has been controversial every since it’s introduction during the Brexit negotiations, and has created several economic and political problems for Northern Ireland. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen have proposed another solution to the problem. Find

Scotland announces two green freeport locations! Nearly a year after it was announced that Scotland will get two freeports, the locations have been revealed. The winning bids for Scotland’s green freeports are Inverness and Cromarty Firth, and Forth.  But what do these two locations mean for trade in Scotland, how are green freeports different to England’s

2022 customs recap – The key changes from this year 2022 has brought a lot of changes in for customs clearance in the UK. From changes in systems and processes to the introduction of new preference schemes and border initiatives, it’s been a lot for the industry to keep track of. Here is a recap of

How many commodity codes are on your Christmas tree? It’s the festive season, you’ve got the Christmas tree up, and you’ve started to think about getting your dinner plans and presents prepared. But did you know that most of the things around you on Christmas Day have been imported? If you did, then you might have

New China to Scotland liner schedule completes maiden voyage For the first time ever, Scotland and China are directly linked by sea freight. The new liner schedule, created through a partnership between KC Liner Agencies, DKT Allseas, and China Xpress, is due to operate three vessels in each direction, for a total of six sailings

What is the Developing Countries Trading Scheme? The Department for International Trade Philippines recently announced that The Philippines will benefit from duty-free tariffs on 99% (by value) of their exports to the UK. This will be under the new Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), which will remove tariffs on 80% of Filipino-originating-goods. Additionally, there will be greater

Logistics strikes could mean Christmas shortages again this year Following confusion with Brexit customs clearance and a Europe-wide shortage of HGV drivers, there were shortages of foodstuffs and seasonal items during the Christmas period in 2021. This year, the HGV drivers shortage, the cost of living crisis, and logistics strikes are affecting supply chains in the lead

What you need to know about the Felixstowe port strike Widespread disruption to the supply chain is expected as workers at Felixstowe Port have voted to strike over pay. The eight-day strike will involve over 1900 workers walking out between the 21st and 29th of August. It follows months of industrial action at German ports and will