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Successful Accreditations: AEO Pre-UCC

Problem:

A manufacturing coA manufacturing company required AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) status and gave a completion time of 18 months to successfully apply for the status. 

 Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status is an internationally recognised quality mark that shows a company’s:

  • role in the international supply chain is secure
  • customs controls and procedures are efficient and meet EU standards

While it is not mandatory, having this status gives quicker access to some simplified customs procedures, and in some cases, the right to ‘fast-track’ your shipments through some customs and safety and security procedures.

Solution:

Following receipt of the application, it was thoroughly examined and requirements for both the company and VernonRato Limited were gathered.  During a meeting between all heads of department and VernonRato Limited, the full details of AEO status were detailed, and the expectations and responsibilities of both the company and contractor were set. 

Having gathered and collated all necessary information, the site and security of the building was assessed, as HMRC have specific requirements regarding this which must be met when a company is audited, in order to receive a successful application.

Following these assessments, recommendations on improvements were submitted to the Directors, who agreed to implement the proposed course of action.

Results:

When the company underwent a HMRC audit, auditors were impressed with both the site security and documentation.  A few weeks later the company received their AEO accreditation, 4 months ahead of schedule.

£8 million

Costs Saved

16 Months

Time Taken

What Our Client
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“I worked with Vernon at Unilever. He was a great colleague and mentor to collaborate with. He was always really helpful and provide me with great advice on relevant ongoing projects. He has a comprehensive knowledge in Customs processes and always happy to support and give guidance to maximize compliance.

Szabolcs Baranyai MIEx
Customs Control Lead at Lockheed Martin UK

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Vernon worked with Unilever as a project manager for Customs managing the AEO audit process. Vernon has a very strong knowledge of customs. Vernon partnered with the European customs team developing business process training materials. Vernon is thorough and dilligent in his work. Vernon also went out of his way to guide and coach people on customs and trade matters.

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I worked with Vernon at Unilever and would say that he is a very knowledgeable and offers practical solutions on all Customs Compliance matters. He has an excellent understanding of business operational requirements, is very through and hard working. I would not hesitate in recommending him for any role under a Customs Compliance remit.

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Vernon was wonderful to work with, and has exceptional expertise in customs, leadership and motivation. He consistently demonstrated a soldi work ethic at Whitman Laboratories plus a dedication to success. Vernon is dedicated, self-motivated, methodical and very capable. He is not only a reliable and forward thinking project manager but also an inspiring team player.

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Vernon has excellent customs knowledge and expertise. Very good at handling complex and detailed cases. He is a good project manager and leader. Always willing to support and guide his team.

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Vernon joined Unilever team as customs project manager for specific tasks. Vernon has proven his customs expertise and knowledge on end to end supply Chain. Vernon has excellent knowledge on AEO strategy, AEO self-assesment and interaction with several customs authorities in Europe. Vernon is teamplayer with coordinating overview without losing the details.

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