New EU GSP scheme approved
The European Union has taken a significant step in its trade policy with the approval of the renewed Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP).
EU significantly tightens steel import rules
The European Union will introduce significant changes to its steel import regime from July 1, 2026. These new measures are designed to provide stronger protection for the European steel industry.
First CBAM certificate price published in April
The implementation of the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has reached another key milestone. On 7 April 2026, the European Commission published the first CBAM certificate price for Q1 2026.
AES–NCTS Phase 6 link from 16 May 2026
On 16 May 2026, the Automated Export System (AES) will be linked to the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) as part of the EU customs modernisation programme.
EU Customs Reform
The European Union has agreed on the most ambitious overhaul of the EU Customs Union in decades. Proposed by the European Commission in May 2023 and agreed by the European Parliament and Member States in March 2026.
EU-Australia Trade Agreement: new opportunities for international business
After eight years of negotiations, the European Union and Australia have reached a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This agreement marks an important step in strengthening international trade relations.
Update Rotterdam Regulation: CERTEX postponed
The previously announced changes to the Rotterdam Regulation and the implementation of CERTEX have been revised. Dutch Customs has confirmed that the planned implementation on 1 April 2026 will not take place.
US Supreme Court invalidates key tariffs
The United States has stopped collecting certain import tariffs after the US Supreme Court ruled that they were unlawfully imposed.
ABC Supplies within Europe
ABC supplies occur frequently within Europe. In simple terms, this means that party A sells goods to party B, party B sells the same goods to party C, but the goods move directly from A to C.
Trade with PEM countries as of 1 January 2026 under revised rules of origin
As of 1 January 2026, the revised Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) rules of origin apply to trade between the European Union and most PEM partner countries.