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Company description/industry:
Private equity company
How we helped/what we did:
- Assessed the customs software market through primary and secondary research
- Identified regulatory changes likely to impact the market and target company
- Analysed competitor landscape
Results:
Delivered a comprehensive market analysis supporting the acquisition of a customs software business. We presented a forward-looking outlook and strategic evaluation of the company’s position in the market.
Assessing the Customs Software Market for a Private Equity Investment
Company description/industry:
Private equity company
How we helped/what we did:
- Assessed the customs software market through primary and secondary research
- Identified regulatory changes likely to impact the market and target company
- Analysed competitor landscape
Results:
Delivered a comprehensive market analysis supporting the acquisition of a customs software business. We presented a forward-looking outlook and strategic evaluation of the company’s position in the market.
Company description/industry:
One of the world’s largest alcohol manufacturers
How we helped:
- Mapped D2C alcohol shipment process UK to US
- Analysed tax implications in both countries
- Clarified liabilities for different parties involved
- Assessed ways to minimise tax burden
- Identified shipping partners
Results:
Delivered options for D2C alcohol shipment, emphasising transparent tax and cost implications and recommendations of trusted logistics providers. We presented opportunities for alternative approaches to VAT and excise duty.
Options for direct-to-consumer alcohol shipments to the US
Company description/industry:
One of the world’s largest alcohol manufacturers
How we helped:
- Mapped D2C alcohol shipment process UK to US
- Analysed tax implications in both countries
- Clarified liabilities for different parties involved
- Assessed ways to minimise tax burden
- Identified shipping partners
Results:
Delivered options for D2C alcohol shipment, emphasising transparent tax and cost implications and recommendations of trusted logistics providers. We presented opportunities for alternative approaches to VAT and excise duty.
Company description/industry:
A US-owned business manufacturing sustainable motor systems in the UK
How we helped/what we did:
- Conducted a detailed analysis of import documentation
- Advised on preparation for audit
- Identified compliance failures and improvements
- Recommended customs mechanisms to reduce import charges
Results:
Reduced directors’ risks and liabilities. We supported the company’s leadership, ensuring they were well-prepared to face the audit.
Our support optimised the import process, improving efficiency and minimizing future risks. We identified customs facilitations and duty management options to deliver cost reductions on future imports.
Comprehensive support for HMRC audit
Company description/industry:
A US-owned business manufacturing sustainable motor systems in the UK
How we helped/what we did:
- Conducted a detailed analysis of import documentation
- Advised on preparation for audit
- Identified compliance failures and improvements
- Recommended customs mechanisms to reduce import charges
Results:
Reduced directors’ risks and liabilities. We supported the company’s leadership, ensuring they were well-prepared to face the audit.
Our support optimised the import process, improving efficiency and minimizing future risks. We identified customs facilitations and duty management options to deliver cost reductions on future imports.
Company description/industry:
Aviation design consultancy
How we helped/what we did:
- Tested and re-drafted U.S. Technical Assistance Agreement
- Ensured coverage of controlled activities and employee nationalities
- Delivered training and guidance on managing ITAR-controlled technical data
- Mapped processes for intangible transfers and secure storage
- Developed mechanism for compliant recordkeeping
Results:
Reduced risks of violation and a greater understanding of working with ITAR across the business. Included specific T&C’s within the TAA. Supported successful transactions with US customers.
US ITAR compliance
Company description/industry:
Aviation design consultancy
How we helped/what we did:
- Tested and re-drafted U.S. Technical Assistance Agreement
- Ensured coverage of controlled activities and employee nationalities
- Delivered training and guidance on managing ITAR-controlled technical data
- Mapped processes for intangible transfers and secure storage
- Developed mechanism for compliant recordkeeping
Results:
Reduced risks of violation and a greater understanding of working with ITAR across the business. Included specific T&C’s within the TAA. Supported successful transactions with US customers.
Company description/industry:
Manufacturer of electric motors, power electronics and energy storage solutions.
How we helped/what we did:
- Education and Training for newly nominated Export Control Officer
- End-to-end framework for trade controls management and compliance
- Board briefings, online and F2F training across all UK sites
- Recommendations for customs relief mechanisms
- Acted as an in-house trade management function
- Conducted year-end audit review
Results:
The client successfully passed the audit and received reassurance from the authorities. This achievement prevented future noncompliance and resulted in gaining internal expertise. Additionally, there’s a potential for customs savings of over £20,000 per year.
Customs and trade controls management support
Company description/industry:
Manufacturer of electric motors, power electronics and energy storage solutions.
How we helped/what we did:
- Education and Training for newly nominated Export Control Officer
- End-to-end framework for trade controls management and compliance
- Board briefings, online and F2F training across all UK sites
- Recommendations for customs relief mechanisms
- Acted as an in-house trade management function
- Conducted year-end audit review
Results:
The client successfully passed the audit and received reassurance from the authorities. This achievement prevented future noncompliance and resulted in gaining internal expertise. Additionally, there’s a potential for customs savings of over £20,000 per year.
Company description/industry:
One of the major UK pet health supplements manufacturer and distributor
How we helped/what we did:
- Assessed global supply chain and shipping routes
- Provided a detailed assessment of supply options to the UK and the EU
- Supported with import feasibility analysis from EU vs the rest of the world
- Assessed UK and EU SPS and import requirements
- On-hand support to global supplier to meet the UK and EU regulatory requirements
Results:
Client was able to achieve the most economical and efficient option to successfully cater to demand in the UK and the EU
Delivering Optimal Supply Chain Solutions Post-Brexit
Company description/industry:
One of the major UK pet health supplements manufacturer and distributor
How we helped/what we did:
- Assessed global supply chain and shipping routes
- Provided a detailed assessment of supply options to the UK and the EU
- Supported with import feasibility analysis from EU vs the rest of the world
- Assessed UK and EU SPS and import requirements
- On-hand support to global supplier to meet the UK and EU regulatory requirements
Results:
Client was able to achieve the most economical and efficient option to successfully cater to demand in the UK and the EU