FULL Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status has been awarded to the Port of Felixstowe, making it the first port to achieve accreditation nationwide.
The European Commission introduced the AEO initiative through the Union Customs Code in an effort to simplify procedures and secure international supply chains, reported American Journal of Transportation.
Said Hutchison Ports UK CEO Clemence Cheng: "It recognises the robustness and consistency of the port's procedures, giving customers and UK Customs comfort that the high standards required to achieve accreditation are maintained.
"It is becoming increasingly important to cargo owners that everyone involved in the international supply chain is able to demonstrate the highest standards of customs simplification, safety and security," said Mr Cheng.
The AEO certificate is an internationally recognised quality mark issued by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs giving surety that the holder's role in the international supply chain is secure, and that their customs controls and procedures are efficient and compliant.
PORTS
30 September 2014 - 22:19
Port of Felixstowe earns full AEO accreditation
FULL Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status has been awarded to the Port of Felixstowe, making it the first port to achieve accreditation nationwide.
PORTS
30 September 2014 - 22:19
Port of Felixstowe earns full AEO accreditation
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