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17/2/2021
Beware! Transit Document Process in France Now Manual
From Automated to Manual The new procedure instated by the French Customs Authority unfortunately no longer allows digital processing of T documents. The Customs Authority launched a new system called Delta T in which all T documents need to be created manually. The processing of T documents by …
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9/3/2021
Meet Our People: Customs Declarant Bauke van Eldik
In this series, we will interview the people that are always ready to assist you and help you import or export your goods without worries. Next up in this series is Customs Support Declarant Bauke van Eldik . Who Are You? My name is Bauke van Eldik, I am 50 years old and I live in Venray with my …
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17/3/2021
The Importance of Measuring Gas in Shipping Containers
These numbers are important because 20% of the containers contain hazardous gases. Depending on the cargo, a wide range of off-gassing production chemicals, sterilants, and fumigants in these containers potentially pose a serious threat to transport workers, warehouse employees, and customs …
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17/9/2019
Incoterms: New Version Released - Incoterms 2020
The new terms, which will enter into effect on January 1st 2020, can be downloaded or bought from the ICC website . What has changed The update on the incoterms includes more detailed explanatory notes, so it is even clearer what the responsibilities for the buyer are and what the responsibilities …
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29/3/2021
The Suez Canal Blockade and the Effect on Your Supply Chain
An hour ago, the blockade was lifted and shipping through the Suez Canal could be restarted. The vessel was blocking the canal, and no ships could go through. With 10% of the world’s cargo moving through the Suez Canal, this is a big problem. Over 200 ships are waiting to go through the canal. …
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16/4/2021
Meet Our People: Rick Kramer - Customs Support Safety Regional Manager
In this series, we will interview the people who are always ready to assist you with importing or exporting your goods without worries. Next up in this series is Rick Kramer , who is Regional Manager West at Customs Support Safety. Who are you? My name is Rick Kramer. I am 42 years old, and I live …
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6/11/2019
Incoterms Explained: Delivery at Terminal (DAT)
The agreed place of delivery (e.g. the terminal) needs to be specifically named. The buyer then takes care of the import formalities and transportation to the final destination. DAT is mainly used for air freight and ocean freight deliveries. Risks and Costs for the Seller The seller is responsible …
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21/10/2020
Customs Support Supports the Dennie Lockefeer Chair
In January 2019 Dennie Lockefeer, the then 42-year-old CCO of the Van Moer Logistics, died after a tragic car accident. Dennie Lockefeer was loved and respected in the Port of Antwerp. He was a specialist and innovator when it comes to inland navigation. As CCO he was responsible for building out …
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28/10/2020
Meet Our People: Customs Support Brexit Team Leader Miguel Navarro
In our series #WeAreCustomsSupport, you will meet the people behind Customs Support. We value our colleagues and the work they do. In this series, we will interview the people that are always ready to assist you and help you import or export your goods without worries. Next up in this series is …
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16/10/2019
More Efficient Customs Procedures in Asia
Europe is not the only region in the world where customs procedures are being made more efficient through digitization and digitalization. Several stories caught our eye this week on this subject. Good news for people trading with and within Asia. Asean nations to exchange trade documents via ASW …