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Unlock the Benefits of the New EU-New Zealand Trade Agreement 🌍 The EU-New Zealand trade agreement is here, promising a 30% boost in bilateral trade and €140 million in annual savings. ALS Customs Services is your partner for navigating these changes smoothly. Need assistance with customs clearance or have questions about the new agreement? 📧 Contact our experts at [email protected] for tailored support and to maximize your business potential. For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/dmVrWZaU or download our post to access further insights 👇 #Trade #EUNewZealand #ALS #CustomsServices #BusinessGrowth #TradeAgreement

The legislation to ratify the New Zealand - European Union Free Trade Agreement (EU FTA) received Royal assent yesterday and will come into force on 1 May 2024! This agreement is expected to add over $1 billion to New Zealand’s GDP and will remove tariffs on New Zealand businesses exporting to the European market. As part of our agreement with the European Union, 1,975 European Union geographical indications (GIs) will be protected in New Zealand. New Zealand GIs will receive similar protection in the EU. Very few of the 1,975 terms that will be registered are currently being used in New Zealand on goods that do not come from Europe or meet the criteria for the specific geographical indication. For some key terms being used in this way in New Zealand, the businesses using them will need to phase out their use over a period of 5-9 years. We’ve got more information on our website to help businesses understand the changes: https://bit.ly/43CaYRF For information on the EU FTA see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade website: https://bit.ly/3TQiDIM

Last year, after nearly 12 months of negotiations, Australia and the United Kingdom entered into an era of a Free Trade Agreement 🥳 The UK agreed to remove tariffs on 99% of Australian imports❗️ PM Albanese described it as “one of the most comprehensive, innovative and ambitious free trade agreements concluded by Australia to date”. Do you trade with the UK? We’d love to hear how the FTA has opened doors for you. Read more at the link in the comments 👇 #Strategy #GoGlobal #internationalbusiness

Before you attempt to export goods to the EU, read this article. #exporting #exportmarkets #exportcompliance https://hubs.ly/Q02twmjm0

Before you attempt to export goods to the EU, read this article. #exporting #exportmarkets #exportcompliance https://hubs.ly/Q02twqVy0

Are imports unfairly harming your business? Are you suffering due to high tariffs on imported products? Discover how the UK Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) can help you empower your business.   Join Joshua Parker, Senior Economist and learn how to combat unfair trade practices and evaluate how to manoeuvre around the changes in border duties. Register Free -> https://shorturl.at/qxEI5 #Economic #Construction #TradeAuthority #Financetrade #ConstructionBuzz #TradeRemedies

The EU-New Zealand trade deal is set to slash €140 million in yearly tariffs for EU firms. Over the next decade, trade between the EU and New Zealand could surge by 30%, potentially boosting EU exports by €4.5 billion annually. With the agreement in effect, EU businesses now enjoy zero tariffs on exports to New Zealand and improved access to sectors like finance and telecommunications. Additionally, there are fewer compliance hurdles and enhanced opportunities for small businesses, signaling a promising era of economic collaboration. Check the comments for the article link for further information. #Customs #TradeUpdates #GlobalTrade #Trade #CustomsNews #UKTrade #SupplyChain #Logistics

On 7 December 2023, the UK government announced a package of customs simplification measures to reduce the administrative burden of export and import processes for traders in UK. Businesses should expect further details on the implementation of these measures in early 2024. In our latest blog, we cover how these improvements are expected to impact businesses and facilitate trade in six key areas. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eZU8BUuj #unitedkingdom #customs #trade #digitalinnovation #tradefacilitation

Also, 2 things needed for export to EU : * MRN - Movement Reference Number (18 digits - 1st 2 digits are the year, then 2 letters representing the European country of destination) * ENS - Entry Summary Declaration (that also include the Import Control System ICS2). Must be filed at least 24 hrs before loading. The ENS includes the mentioning of the customs classification HS. IF no ENS filed, European customs can block the unloading of subjected cargo. And as usual, it is recommended to mention the HS on the commercial documents, not the HTS US (though HTS US and TARIC SEEM to look like each other, there are some differences that could delay the customs clearance. But this, that's another story !!)

We are breaking #trade barriers!    The EU–New Zealand FTA is a game-changer, eliminating tariffs on vital EU exports, opening doors to key sectors in New Zealand's services market and enhancing EU companies' access to government contracts. #NewZealand #EUNZ #economy