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Train Export Controls & Sanctions Smarter, Not Harder
Export Control & Sanctions training doesn’t have to be complex. Master EU, UK, and U.S. compliance essentials with expert-led, practical training.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


U.S. TIB: Temporary Imports Explained
Avoid paying import duties! Discover how a TIB lets you temporarily import goods into the U.S. under bond — and how to do it right.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Know Your Real Import Cost
Are you underestimating the true cost of your imports? Landed cost calculation is the key to customs compliance and profit protection.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Avoid Tariff Traps with Incoterms
Using DDP in your contracts? You might be paying more than you think. Discover how Incoterms® can protect your profit margins.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


The True Starting Point in KYC: Beyond the Checklist
Effective KYC compliance starts with understanding your client, not just ticking boxes.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Ford's $365M Classification Fail
How one classification slip cost Ford $365M — and why your company could be next.
Arne Mielken
5 min read


Brexit at 9: Nine Examples of EU-UK Border Friction
Even as EU-UK cooperation improves, border frictions & rising costs still disrupt trade. Here are 9 real-life Brexit challenges at the border!
Arne Mielken
6 min read


Deemed Exports: A US EAR Guide
Deemed exports are tricky. If you work with foreign nationals, US tech, or controlled items—read this!
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Best Practice: Customs Tariff Clauses in Contracts
Customs Tariffs can shake up your global trade. We propose best practices on how to amend your cross-border contracts, including sample language.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


U.S. Export Controls: ECCN Classification Pitfalls
ECCN missteps you must avoid to stay compliant with U.S. Export Controls and protect your business.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


EU AML in Global Trade: Who's in Scope
Are you an "obliged entity" under the new EU AML Regulation? Find out what it means for your global trade compliance.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


TBML: The Invisible Laundromat
Trade-based money laundering hides in plain sight. Discover how to detect it before your business becomes a silent accomplice.
Arne Mielken
5 min read


Report to OFSI? Know When & How
Unsure if you must report to OFSI? Find out who must report, what to send, and when — especially under UK-Russia sanctions.
Arne Mielken
5 min read


UK CBAM: Decoding the UK Carbon Border Adjustment
The UK plans to introduce a UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (UK CBAM) by 2027. Here is what we know and what businesses can do.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


UK Financial Sanctions: Understanding Ownership & Control
Are you aware that entities you work with might still be subject to sanctions, even if they're not on the Consolidated List? Learn how ownership and control can affect compliance.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


U.S.: Valuing Gift, Samples & Demo Equipment
Don’t guess the value of gifts, samples or demo goods! Learn how to stay compliant with customs rules for these tricky shipments and study our case study.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


U.S.: Valuing Used Goods After Repair
Discover how to value repaired goods returning to the U.S. without a sale, using depreciation and fallback methods.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


UK: What’s Changing for UK-NI Parcels?
A major shift in customs procedures for parcels moving between Great Britain and Northern Ireland is coming soon. Here's what you need to know! + Watch a one hour webinar by HMRC
Arne Mielken
5 min read


Navigating France’s Dual-Use Export Controls
Stay ahead of the game with our guide to France's dual-use export control regulations and how they impact your compliance efforts.
Arne Mielken
5 min read


UK Financial Sanctions: About Asset Freezes & Other Restrictions
Understand what financial sanctions restrict and how to comply. Learn about asset freezes and other financial restrictions.
Arne Mielken
8 min read
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