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The South West exporters growing despite global challenges

Three companies in the South West of England have experienced strong recent export growth despite the challenges posed by Brexit, inflation and a looming recession. Jo Bird & Co, established in...
Posted on: 07.11.22
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How to create an ATA Carnet General List

Creating your ATA Carnet list shouldn’t be a headache. Our expert team have compiled this guide to help you get it right first time to save you time and hassle. Lists should either be uploaded to the...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 04.11.22
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Business West Customs Declaration Success Story: Beyond the Bean

Beyond the Bean, a specialist supplier to the coffee sector within hospitality, based in Bristol, has grown its exports from 24% to over 40% of sales over the past 5 years, with the support of...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 01.11.22
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5 tips to help filmmakers apply for ATA Carnets

There is no doubt that most exporting businesses, including those in the film and TV industry, have found the last 18 months or so challenging, with the increased barriers and costs to doing trade...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 12.10.22
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Business West pioneers new technology for easier EU trade

Business West has become the first organisation in the country to use a revolutionary new online customs tool to help export goods from the UK.
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 10.10.22
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Business West launches 15% discount on ATA Carnets for registered charities

In response to the UK cost of living crisis and the increasing number of organisations and individuals which have experienced difficulties with new customs regulations post-Brexit, Business West has...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 04.10.22
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Why do you need to buy ATA Carnet security? What security options are available?

The Carnet provides a guarantee to the Customs of a foreign country into which the goods are temporarily imported that all duties, taxes etc will be paid to them if the conditions under which they...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 23.09.22
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Acceptance of Business West ATA Carnets for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar

Customs Authorities in Qatar have approved the use of ATA Carnets for professional equipment used in connection with the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup, from October until the end of December 2022.
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 23.09.22
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Charity bike club hit with hefty Spanish customs duty charge that could have been avoided with Business West ATA Carnet

It seems that almost every week there is a newspaper article reporting on businesses, organisations and individuals being caught out by new regulations that Brexit has thrown up. The impact of...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 21.09.22
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