by Lucinda O'Reilly | Aug 1, 2025 | News
Donald Trump has signed an executive order ending his country’s ‘de minimis’ regime for low-value imports, meaning they will now face duties when entering the US. The order will come into effect on 29 August, ending the duty-free regime for imports of values lower...
by Lucinda O'Reilly | Jul 2, 2025 | News
The government launched their Trade Strategy last week that contained a host of new measures aimed at boosting exports, particularly for SMEs. These included;- A £5bn ‘Ricardo fund’ for supporting businesses to manage regulation- An increase in the capacity of UK...
by Lucinda O'Reilly | Jun 3, 2025 | News
From September 1st, UK exporters to the EU whose goods are cleared in France need to be aware of the Obligatory Logistics Envelope (ELO). The ELO is designed to group all of the customs documents needed for crossing the border in one place. This means traders will...
by Lucinda O'Reilly | May 1, 2025 | News
U.S. Customs enforcement is stricter than ever—and small errors can lead to costly delays or seizures. This guide breaks down the most common red flags importers trigger, from filing mistakes to documentation gaps, and how to stay compliant. Whether you’re new to...
by Lucinda O'Reilly | Apr 1, 2025 | News
HMRC has announced that the online service it launched allowing traders to claim back VAT has now been expanded to include claiming back security deposits. The service can be used to claim back an import security deposit or guarantee paid to HMRC for goods brought...
by Lucinda O'Reilly | Mar 1, 2025 | News
The UK government has announced that it will provide SMEs with more funding for defence-related exports. The new funding, which follows the government’s announcement that it’s boosting defence spending to 2.5%, will “create a secure and stable environment in...
