News & Updates
News and updates on customs technology: AI, automation and the software developments shaping UK and Ireland trade compliance.
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
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
Customs digitisation trends 2026: cleaner trade data, direct connectivity, earlier safety filings, exception handling and audit readiness for UK and Ireland.
October 2, 2026
Reduce customs declaration rejections with reliable source data, coding controls, pre-submission checks and practical fixes for UK and Ireland trade.
October 1, 2026
Seven practical declaration automation examples for UK and Ireland trade: master data, templates, validation, document capture, GVMS and PBN links, exception queues and audit trails.
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
A practical customs software comparison for UK and Ireland traders: assess connectivity, workflows, support and control before you choose a provider well.
September 16, 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
Customs technology helps UK and Ireland traders file accurate declarations, connect to border systems and keep imports and exports moving with confidence.
August 21, 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
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
Find out why are goods held at border, how to identify the cause quickly, and what UK and Ireland traders can do to avoid costly delays at ports today.
August 10, 2026
Learn how to manage export paperwork with clear data, accurate declarations and practical controls that keep UK and Ireland goods moving reliably daily.
August 7, 2026
Customs declaration support services help UK and Ireland traders submit accurate entries, manage border workflows and keep goods moving without delay.
August 7, 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
Customs software for exporters helps UK and Irish businesses prepare accurate declarations, meet border deadlines and keep export consignments moving.
July 22, 2026
Learn how to use GVMS to create, check and share GMRs for UK border movements, avoid port delays and keep goods moving compliantly before every departure.
July 22, 2026
Comparing customs software vs broker? See the costs, control, risks and support needs to choose the right model for UK and Ireland trade.
July 10, 2026
In house vs outsourced customs - compare cost, control, risk and speed to choose the right customs model for UK and Ireland trade operations.
July 8, 2026
Choosing HMRC CDS software means balancing compliance, speed and support. Here’s what UK traders should look for in a practical system.
June 24, 2026
Learn how to submit CDS declarations correctly, from data checks and commodity codes to HMRC submission, errors and post-entry fixes.
June 23, 2026
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
Custran has added a new feature to Irish AIS imports. This feature will allow you to upload documents to revenue directly from your Custran account.
November 2, 2022
Ireland Electronic Customs Clearance – Over the last decade it has become a legal requirement for all customs declarants to submit customs declaration to Revenue.
January 7, 2020