News & Updates
News and updates on international trade and cross-border customs between the UK, Ireland and the wider world.
First time declarant training that builds confidence: what new customs staff must understand, a staged training plan, process checks and the warning signs that call for more support.
October 21, 2026
Who needs safety and security filings for GB movements: ENS and EXS explained, carrier responsibility, what importers, hauliers and forwarders must provide, and how to make compliance manageable.
October 21, 2026
How to classify imported goods for UK customs: a practical commodity code process, the information to collect from suppliers, common mistakes and when to seek a formal decision.
October 21, 2026
The top customs solutions for hauliers in 2026: in-house declaration software, agency processing and hybrid models, plus the workflows, features and training that keep freight moving.
October 21, 2026
Agency versus software for UK and Ireland customs: what each model means, when outsourcing wins, when in-house declarations give better control and why a hybrid approach often works best.
October 14, 2026
A practical guide to choosing a customs agent in Ireland: experience, cut-off times, data quality, record access and the agency, in-house or hybrid decision for UK and Ireland trade.
October 13, 2026
Importing a car into the UK for business: customs route GB or NI, documents, NOVA, VAT and duty, registration steps and common delays to avoid at the border.
October 7, 2026
What the best Ireland customs software for UK trade should do: accurate declarations, ROS and CDS connectivity, GVMS and PBN support, training and expert backup.
October 5, 2026
Choosing a customs broker in Ireland: declaration support, border systems coverage, response times, pricing transparency and the questions to ask before you appoint.
October 5, 2026
Learn how to calculate customs value for UK imports: Method 1 transaction value, additions and deductions, a worked example, currency conversion and valuation checks.
September 24, 2026
The AI customs compliance future will speed routine checks, but UK and Ireland traders still need accountable data, people and practical controls daily.
September 22, 2026
Understand direct representation customs liability, who is responsible for duty and VAT, and how UK traders can control declaration risk before goods move.
September 22, 2026
UK Ireland duty accounting explained: manage customs duty, import VAT, deferment and declarations to protect cash flow and keep goods moving smoothly.
September 22, 2026
Use this import valuation mistakes checklist to protect your customs declarations, calculate customs value correctly and reduce duty, VAT and delay risk.
September 22, 2026
Use clear customs broker selection criteria to assess authorisation, expertise, technology, service levels and continuity for UK and Ireland trade operations.
September 16, 2026
Learn how to audit customs entries with a practical UK and Ireland checklist for checking data, duty, evidence and corrective action before risk grows.
September 10, 2026
Learn the best ways to reduce border delays across UK and Ireland routes, from accurate declarations to driver checks, pre-lodgement and expert support.
September 10, 2026
Agency service or DIY declarations: compare cost, control, capacity and risk to choose the right customs model for UK and Ireland trade with confidence.
August 28, 2026
A cloud declaration platform review for UK and Ireland traders: assess connectivity, controls, support and training before moving customs work in-house.
August 28, 2026
Customs errors causing delays can stop goods at the border. Learn how to prevent mistakes, keep UK and Ireland trade moving and avoid costly long holds.
August 24, 2026
Use this customs declaration quality checklist to prevent avoidable delays, improve data accuracy and keep UK and Ireland goods moving with confidence.
August 19, 2026
Understand GVMS vs PBN differences for UK and Ireland RoRo freight, from who creates each record to timing, references and avoiding port delays on arrival.
August 17, 2026
A hybrid customs operating model gives UK and Ireland traders in-house control, agency cover and practical support during peak declaration demand cycles.
August 13, 2026
Customs support for first time importers helps UK and Ireland businesses set up declarations, avoid border delays and build compliant processes confidently.
August 11, 2026
Choosing the best customs software for beginners? See the features, support and UK-Ireland connections that help your team file declarations confidently.
August 7, 2026
Learn how to submit PBN references for Irish RoRo movements, validate MRNs, avoid check-in delays and keep freight moving without disruption at ports.
August 7, 2026
Ireland export process guide for UK businesses: documents, declarations, safety filings and practical steps to move goods to Ireland with confidence now.
August 7, 2026
Learn the best ways to avoid customs penalties across UK and Ireland trade, from accurate declarations to records, training and practical daily controls.
August 7, 2026
What is GVMS for hauliers? Learn how the Goods Vehicle Movement Service works, when it is needed, and how it helps keep border moves on track.
June 26, 2026
The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is critical. It manages security for goods entering the EU. Ireland, as an EU member, must comply. ICS2 ensures safety and.
May 14, 2025
Donald Trump's tariffs on foreign goods will hit Ireland hard. The new trade barriers will cause immediate pressure on Irish exporters. Many companies now face.
April 8, 2025
Mandatory GB S&S MRNs for Goods Entering GB
April 3, 2025
NCTS Phase 5 is a computerized system used to manage the movement of goods under the Common Transit Convention. NCTS Phase 5 introduces a range of enhancements.
August 13, 2024
EU customs centralised clearance is a significant development in international trade. It allows businesses to handle customs formalities in one EU country, even.
August 12, 2024
UK Import Controls and GVMS – A part of the UK Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) coming into affect in 2024 is the requirement for all UK imports to have a Goods.
January 19, 2024
NCTS 5 , the next phase of the customs transit system used in the Republic of Ireland (NCTS-P5), is now live. This new system will align with the legal requirements.
November 23, 2023
Under the old CHIEF system all UK imports and exports required a port badge in order to use customs declaration software and clear goods for movement across.
November 4, 2023
Custran has launched a new product. As of today NCTS Ireland Transit Software is available on the Custran platform. This software will help you make all of your T1.
April 27, 2023
HMRC are in the process of rolling out the Goods Vehicle Movement System (GVMS) at the moment. The system has been in operation at ports in Northern Ireland since.
April 13, 2022
Full customs controls for the UK came into effect on January 1st 2022 supported by the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS). All haulage companies entering or.
January 7, 2022
Brexit for EU and UK hauliers transporting goods in and out of the UK will really begin on January 1st 2022. Up until now goods imported or exported to and from the.
November 24, 2021
From January 1st this year Irish exporters have been required to make Irish export declarations for their goods when they are shipped to Britain. Many of these.
September 6, 2021
Customs Freight Simplified Procedures (CFSP) are specific customs procedures for the import of certain goods into the UK. These include Simplified Frontier.
August 13, 2021
When non- European Union (EU) goods enter the customs territory of an EU member state, then an Entry Security Declaration (ENS) must be submitted in advance of the.
May 19, 2021
Anyone who purchases goods from Great Britain is now subject to VAT and duties on those goods when they are imported into Ireland. Individuals who want to make one.
February 23, 2021
Importing a car from the UK has always seemed attractive as there is a much bigger choice than in Ireland, prices are very competitive, and anyone could travel.
January 15, 2021
The Brexit transition period ends on December 31st 2020 and has greatly increased UK Import Complexity. From this point onwards any goods entering, or transiting.
December 15, 2020
up to the British general election, Prime Minister Boris Johnson assured the
May 21, 2020
31st, 2020, the UK will finally and formally leave the European
January 27, 2020
Tariff Codes – Companies importing and exporting goods through the UK post-Brexit, will be required to classify their goods using Tariff Codes. This means that.
November 5, 2019