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EU & US: Deal or Duel?
Why the EU is standing its ground against Trump's tariff talk, why it offers an FTA and what it means for your trade strategy.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


White House vs EU Trade Deal Facts
Trade deal confusion hits customs hard — conflicting US and EU claims demand sharper compliance strategies.

Madni Laghari
4 min read


EU Strikes Back: New U.S. Countertariffs
The EU will impose significant new tariffs and trade bans against products originating in the U.S. if trade talks fail.

Madni Laghari
8 min read


Returned Goods Relief: CJEU Sets the Record Straight
The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled that importers may still qualify for Returned Goods Relief (RGR) even if certain formalities are missed, as long as there is no intent to deceive. This decision ensures that honest mistakes are not penalised as fraud, bringing clarity and fairness to EU customs compliance.

Madni Laghari
5 min read


EU–US: A Tariff Truce or a Trade Trap?
Trump’s 50% tariff threat looms. Will a last-minute ‘framework deal’ with the EU stop the fire, or fuel a new trade war?
Arne Mielken
4 min read


EU: A New WTO? Von der Leyen's Bold Play
EU’s big WTO rethink: Could CPTPP ties be the start of a new global trade order?

Madni Laghari
4 min read


Brexit: 9 Years of Disruption
9 years after the referendum, Brexit still bites. Here's how it reshaped UK-EU customs and trade compliance.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


UK-EU Reset: What Comes Next?
Can the UK and EU turn political will into tangible customs and trade agreements? Let's map the road ahead.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


EU's Import Surge Tracker FAQ
Your Questions answered on the EU's Import Surge Tracker (incl. Heatmap)
Arne Mielken
4 min read


UK: FTA Errors Cost Importers Dearly
New US EO reshapes tariff stacking for steel, aluminum & IEEPA “Fentanyl” tariffs. Updated FAQ flowchart shows what you must pay.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


UK: EU Fruit Import Checks Scrapped
New US EO reshapes tariff stacking for steel, aluminum & IEEPA “Fentanyl” tariffs. Updated FAQ flowchart shows what you must pay.
Arne Mielken
5 min read


The Business Case for Trade Compliance!
Trade compliance is the backbone of successful customs and export operations. Here is our business case for trade compliance.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


EU: CBAM - 15 Top Simplifications Proposed
We break down the proposed changes to CBAM, designed to simplify and cut red tape, strengthening the competitiveness of EU businesses.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


USA: EU Tariff of 50% proposed & delayed
EU gets a tariff reprieve—until July 9. Is your import strategy ready?
Arne Mielken
4 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


U.S. Alu & Steel Duties: EU Countertariffs from 15 April 25
The EU's strategic response to US tariffs includes targeted countermeasures. Discover which products are impacted and access VIP downloads
Arne Mielken
6 min read


Incoterms & Customs: Know the Rules
The right Incoterm can make or break your customs compliance strategy.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Due Diligence Under the EUDR
Navigating Due Diligence Under the EUDR: Your Comprehensive Guide
Arne Mielken
3 min read


EUDR Compliance: Facts vs. Fiction
Think the EUDR is all about red tape and trade barriers? Let’s separate fact from fiction and uncover what it really means for your business
Arne Mielken
3 min read


U.S.-EU Tariff War: What’s at Stake for Northern Ireland?
Navigating Northern Ireland's customs in a US-EU trade war: learn to manage risks and seize opportunities for local businesses.
Arne Mielken
7 min read
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