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Different types of ocean shipping
Key characteristics of the main ocean vessels which your business can use when engaging in international trade.
How to move goods by sea
Key documents needed to transport goods by sea, and information on freight and different vessels used in shipping.
CCTV surveillance
Choose an appropriate closed-circuit television system to deter intruders and potentially lower insurance premiums.
Health and safety responsibilities in rented business property
Who is responsible for health and safety duties for rented business premises.
Advantages and disadvantages of road transport for international trade
The pros and cons of using couriers, freight forwarders, hauliers, or operating your own vehicles to move goods by road.
Advantages and disadvantages of sea transport for international trade
The pros and cons of using sea transport when importing or exporting and the practicalities of shipping goods by sea.
International transport and distribution
Road, rail, air and sea options for transport and distribution and how your business can choose between them.
What information is required in a Supplementary Declaration?
An overview of the information you'll need to provide in a Supplementary Declaration.
Supplementary Declarations
An overview of Supplementary Declarations used in accounting for European Union trade.
Changes to Intrastat from 1 January 2022
Intrastat threshold notification and new requirements for dispatches.
What is Intrastat and who has to make returns?
Work out whether you're required to complete an Intrastat return.
How and when do I submit my Intrastat return?
Guidance on completing the Intrastat return.
Why is Intrastat important?
How returning complete, accurate and timely Intrastat data can benefit your business.
Penalties for late or inaccurate Supplementary Declarations
Penalties incurred for failing to return complete, accurate and timely Intrastat Supplementary Declarations.
Carrying perishable foodstuffs in road vehicles
Requirements on refrigeration and thermal efficiency in road transport vehicles, and displaying the right certificate.
Appointing a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
How to assess whether you are required to appoint a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser under ADR provisions.
Inspection of tanks used to carry dangerous goods by road
Design, construction and equipment standards for your vehicles before carrying dangerous goods in your business.
Sign up for the Trader Support Service to move goods into and out of Northern Ireland
Free training and support for businesses for customs processes when moving goods into and out of Northern Ireland.
Get proof of origin for your goods
Prove the origin of your goods if you’re trading with a country that has a trade agreement with the UK, or is covered by the Developing Countries Trading Scheme.
Check your goods meet the rules of origin
Rules to establish the country of origin of imported and exported goods and to help identify those which qualify for lower or nil Customs Duty.