Status Extended across Group

Carousel Logistics has announced that two business units from the group of companies have now been granted Authorised Economic Operator status. AEO is an internationally recognised mark that simplifies customs procedures and authenticates that Carousel’s customs controls meet EU and HMRC standards to help mitigate delays that could occur in a ‘No Deal’ Brexit scenario.

This month, Carousel in the UK has attained the Authorised Economic Operator Full certification or ‘AEOF’. This certification is the highest level achievable in the EU programme for Authorised Economic Operators and comprises of both customs simplifications and security. In Germany, Carousel is already a holder of Authorised Economic Operator for customs simplifications (AEOC), having gained the accreditation last year. As a group, the extended AEO certification allows Carousel to accelerate import and export procedures and facilitate ‘Just-In-Time’ logistics solutions, should a ‘No Deal’ Brexit happen.

The accreditations guarantee Carousel clients: fast-tracked Customs’ control; less need to provide as many mandatory declarations and prior notification of any inspections relating to safety, security and customs’ legislation. Carousel’s German entity will also be able to move goods into temporary storage between different member states. These benefits allow Carousel to offer clients:

* The latest possible pick-ups

* Earlier deliveries

* Improved visibility and control on consignments

* Fewer delays

* Better inventory management

* Streamlined processes.

Kevin Turner, Divisional Director at Carousel said, “in extending our status, we are now in an even stronger position ahead of a ‘No Deal’ Brexit scenario, adding to our robust portfolio of ‘Brexit-ready’ services, international credentials and extensive customs expertise. Critically, our extended AEO status highlights the group’s competence in customs procedures – whatever form Brexit may take – offering significant benefits to our clients. Distinguishing us as a reliable and trusted trading partner, our clients’ parts and products will be safer, in a more secure environment, and less likely to face delays in clearing international borders.”