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New Border Model To Be Phased In From January
UK government have just released the new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM), which is due to be phased in from January 2024.
CDS Export Deadline Moved to March In Phased Approach
The deadline for CDS exports has been extended further and will now be 30th March 2024.
Karen Sets Out To Help Street Kids
Karen Austin of MultiFreight, along with husband Paul, is planning a volunteer trip to work with the many children of Guatemala who live on the streets
Government’s New Developing Country Scheme Launches
This week saw the start of the government’s new Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), which replaces the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP).
HMRC Issue Preparation Guide For CDS Exports
HM Customs are moving Exports from CHIEF to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) later this year, and have recently issued the below notice on what you can do NOW to prepare.
A Great Day Sponsoring FPUA Golf Event
MultiFreight sponsored today’s FPUA (Felixstowe Port Users Association) Golf day, which last year raised almost £9,000 for local charities.
Bank Holidays Galore In May
Next week starts a succession of Bank holidays in the UK, which will mean our offices will be closed for three Mondays during the month.
Visit Us As A VIP For Multimodal 2023
MultiFreight will be exhibiting at Multimodal again this year, and would like to invite you to visit us as a VIP Guest.
New Irish Trade Deal Set For International Law
The UK and EU will meet today regarding the legal aspects of the new trade deal for Northern Ireland – the Windsor Framework.
World’s Largest Container Ship Record To Go
There could be several challenges in the coming months for the coveted title of having the ‘World’s Largest Container Ship’.
World’s Largest Ocean Carriers To Split
MSC and Maersk have been collaborating in vessel sharing since 2015, but are going their separate ways from 2025.
UK Ports May Be Impacted By Upcoming Strike
According to HMRC, the upcoming Civil Service strike may be set to impact customs at the UK’s airports, container ports and ro-ro ports.
Chinese New Year – All You Need to Know
The Year Of The Rabbit is incoming when Chinese New Year starts this weekend. Here is everything you need to know.
HMRC: CDS Exporter Deadline Extended
The deadline of CDS exports has been extended until November 2023, with customs confirming the news 15th December.
The MultiFreight Christmas Video Message
We hope our Christmas video brings a little festive cheer, following what has been a very busy year for us.
Our Holiday Season Business Hours
Yes, the Festive Season is almost upon us. Therefore, it’s time to confirm our working hours during the holiday period.
Latest CDS FAQ Released By HMRC
HMRC have now released the November update to their CDS FAQ, which you can download from our website.
LHR Strike May Impact World Cup Travel
A planned strike of ground handlers at London Heathrow could disrupt flights to Qatar at the start of the World Cup.
CDS – An Important Update From HMRC
HMRC’s focus is to ensure importers make all declarations using CDS software and have provided an update.
Liverpool Port – Strikes & Redundancies
Workers at the Port of Liverpool have confirmed a third second strike over pay, as the port confirm a restructure.
Potential For Short CHIEF Extension
HMRC have now confirmed that some agents and traders may be granted a short extension to continue using CHIEF customs system.
Felixstowe Port: Second Strike Set
Dock workers at Felixstowe Port have voted for more industrial action and another eight day strike is planned from 27th September.
HMRC’s CDS Drop In Help Sessions
With CDS incoming this month, HMRC have confirmed some drop in help sessions that can be viewed on the eventbrite system.
CDS Next Month – Are You Prepared?
CDS is due in a month and customers should be well into testing if they are to stay ahead of the curve.
Liverpool Port: Vote To Strike
Dock workers at Liverpool Port have followed Felixstowe and voted for industrial action in a recent ballot.
Our CDS Updated With Youtube Guides
HMRC have released a new series of ‘CDS how-to guides’ which brokers and forwarders should find useful.
Felixstowe Set For Eight Day Strike
Port workers at the Felixstowe port have set dates for their expected strike, and are planning to walk out for eight days this month.
CDS Incoming – Preparation Essential
If you have left testing CDS to the last minute, then that time is NOW. Preparation is essential if you are going to avoid issues.
Customs Release CDS Youtube Guides
HMRC have released a number of ‘how-to guides’ which importers should find useful in preparing for the CDS transition.
Customs Replies From CDS Webinar
HMRC have supplied us with their detailed replies to questions raised in the ‘town hall’ webinar they hosted with us recently.
Customs To Improve Border Flow
The Government has announced a raft of customs easements to support industry and improve flow at UK borders starting from 1st July.
Customs Slides From CDS Webinar
HMRC have supplied us with the ‘town hall’ slides they used in our joint webinar last week. The slides cover preparations to move to CDS & more.
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
This week is The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, and the UK has an extended public holiday that the MultiFreight team will be observing.
HMRC Led CDS Webinar On 26th May
Multifreight, in conjunction with HMRC, have set up a ‘town hall’ webinar event on Thursday 26th May, 14:30pm – 15:30pm.
Import Procedure Changes Going Legal?
It has recently been reported that UK ports are considering legal action against the government.
Come Visit Us At Multimodal 2022
MultiFreight will be exhibiting at Multimodal again this year, and would be delighted to see you at our ‘Pod’.
Current Issues With GVMS Outage
Customs GVMS continues to be down, which has been contributing to some confusion and delays at ro-ro ports.
One Year On From Suez – Another Grounding
One year on from the blocking of the Suez Canal and another container ship has run aground from the same carrier.
CDS Project Roll-out Plan
Over the coming weeks MultiFreight will be upgrading over 200 customers to R77 and setting up TDR.
Watch The Multifreight CDS Webinar
MultiFreight, in conjunction with Vartan Consultancy, held a live CDS webinar on 2nd March, the video version is here.
CDS Page Updated With Latest Guides
HMRC has published, or updated, some further CDS guidance, which has been added as links to our CDS resource page.
HMRC Issue GVMS Border Guide 2
HMRC has now issued the 2nd version of their GVMS Border Guide, which provides additional detail to the gov.uk guidance.
MultiFreight CDS Webinar 2nd March
MultiFreight, in conjunction with Vartan Consultancy, will be holding a live CDS webinar on 2nd March from 10am – for approximately 1 hour.
EU Country Code Removed From Tariff
As of today, the customs country code ‘EU’ has been removed from the UK Trade Tariff and the CHIEF system.
Freeport East Gets Government Approval
A business case outline for Freeport East has been formally approved by UK government, a major milestone towards fulfilling its vision.
Christmas Charities & Business Hours
It is almost that time of year again, and after another year of global supply chain trials and tribulations, it is time to bring some festive cheer.
Felixstowe Port Passes 100 Million TEU’s
The Port Of Felixstowe, the UK’s largest container port, has recently handled its 100th million TEU since it opened back in 1966.
Customs Declaration Service (CDS) Overview
The UK government have been making phased changes to the customs process, with the introduction of the new Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
Latest Border Operating Model Published
From January, new regulations will apply as we continue to transition away from the EU, the details can be found in the new Border Operating Model.
HMRC Struggling With Declaration Backlog
HMRC is believed to be now cracking down on what has been described as “widespread abuse” of the delayed declaration procedures.