The TR Logistics Group have added to their accreditations, The Good Distribution Practice Passport. This certificate enriches our standing as a Trusted, Compliant and Regulated Logistics Company.
What is AEO?
The Authorised Economic Operator is an Internationally Recognised quality mark which indicates that a business operates within a secure supply chain and their internal controls and procedures are efficient and compliant.
Qualifying criteria
- Record of compliance
- Satisfactory system of managing commercial and transport records
- Proven solvency
- Security & Safety standards
Types of AEO
- AEO(C) - Customs Simplifications
- AEO(S) - Security and Safety
- AEO(F) - Both AEO(C) & AEO(S)
Trade benefits of an AEO F certificate:
- Fewer physical and document-based controls
- Priority treatment of consignments if selected for control
- Choice of the place of controls
- Easier admittance to customs simplifications
- Reduced data set for summary declarations
- Prior notification
- Mutual recognition
Other indirect benefits
- Improved corporate governance – development of audit culture
- Opportunities to improve and rationalise logistical systems and identify efficiency savings from review of procedures
- Better employee commitment and customer loyalty
- Reduced risk of theft by securing supply chain
- Recognised as a secure and safe business partner
- Improved management of business partners
- A more cohesive relationship forged with Customs
- Additional Benefits under the Union Customs Code