The Weekly Briefing
What changed, what it means, what to do.
A short practical round-up of UK customs, freight, and compliance news. Delivered on Friday mornings for operators who need the signal, not the noise.
The Weekly Briefing
What changed, what it means, what to do.
A short, practical round-up of UK customs, freight, and compliance news, delivered to your inbox on Friday mornings. Built for operators who need the signal, not the noise.
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In the latest issue
"Reg update — EU steel quotas: the 47% cut and what it does to your landed cost."
- Which shipments are most exposed between now and 1 July.
- The four operational checks to run before the quota regime starts.
- What this means for existing UK contract terms with EU buyers.
Recent briefings
Compliance Reg Updates
UK Sanctions End-Use Controls: New Export Licensing from April 2026
OTSI expands Sanctions End-Use Controls from 27 April 2026. UK exporters must obtain licences when informed of diversion risks. What changed, who it affects, and how to comply.
28 Apr 2026
Compliance Reg Updates
French ELO mandatory for UK hauliers
French ELO is mandatory on Smart Border UK-France crossings from 20 April 2026. This guide explains the rule, barcode process, and actions to take now.
21 Apr 2026
Logistics Reg Updates
Port of Felixstowe Fuel Protest: Road Disruption 15-17 April 2026
Live briefing on fuel protest disruptions at Port of Felixstowe 15-17 April 2026. Routes affected, alternative ports, and what hauliers must do now.
17 Apr 2026
Trade Reg Updates
EU Steel Quotas 2026: UK Importer Actions
Practical guide to the EU's 2026 steel quota changes, covering the 18.3 million tonne cap, 50% duty risk, and steps UK importers should take immediately.
15 Apr 2026
Compliance Reg Updates
UK REACH Compliance: Chemical Import Requirements
Complete guide to UK REACH regulations for chemical importers. Registration deadlines, DUIN process, tonnage thresholds and compliance steps for UK businesses.
13 Apr 2026
Compliance Reg Updates
Food Import Regulations UK: FSA Requirements
Complete guide to FSA food import regulations for UK businesses. High-risk food rules, Border Control Posts, IPAFFS notification and mycotoxin limits explained.
13 Apr 2026
Compliance Reg Updates
Dangerous Goods Shipping UK: ADR and IMDG Compliance
Complete guide to shipping dangerous goods in the UK. ADR road transport, IMDG sea freight, CDG Regulations 2004, training requirements, DGSA role, and 2026 compliance updates.
9 Apr 2026
Compliance Briefings
Post-Clearance Audit: What UK Importers Need to Know
HMRC post-clearance audits can review imports up to 3 years back. Learn what triggers them, what records you need, and how to prepare for customs compliance checks.
9 Apr 2026
Trade Briefings
UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement: 2026 Guide
Complete guide to the UK-EU TCA for importers in 2026. Rules of origin, customs declarations, SPS checks, and claiming preferential duty rates explained.
9 Apr 2026
Customs Reg Updates
UK Vaping Products Duty 2026: A Logistics Operator's Compliance Guide
From 1 October 2026, UK vape manufacturers and importers face new excise duty and mandatory stamp requirements. Here is what logistics professionals need to know now.
6 Apr 2026
Customs Reg Updates
UK CBAM: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Explained
Complete guide to the UK's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) - what goods are covered, compliance requirements, and practical steps for importers in 2026.
5 Apr 2026