IRU : International Road Union

Trusted voice for mobility and logistics

Read more Issuing Association

An association which is approved by the Customs authorities to issue ATA, CPD or TIR carnets.

Read more JTPF : EU Joint Transfer Pricing Forum

It works within the framework of the OECD TPG and operates on the basis of consensus to propose to the Commission pragmatic, non-legislative solutions to practical problems posed by transfer pricing practices in the EU.

Read more LCL : Less-than-Container-Load

Less-than-Container-Load

Read more LCP : Local Clearance Procedure

Under CFSP, Local Clearance Procedure is used to release goods to a Customs Procedure from designated premises (usually inland).

Read more Loading List

Document that may be used when more than one item is being carried under transit.

Read more LOLO : Lift-On, Lift-Off

Conventional container or cargo ships, in which quay cranes are used to load and unload containers or generalised cargo.

Read more Long term supplier declaration

One of the mandatory documents needed for the international trade of goods is the long-term supplier declaration. It attests to the origin of the goods and is necessary for the buying companies documentation, being their movement certificate or their invoice declaration.

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HMRC Update - GVMS System Maintenance : Tues 10th March 10.00-11.00pm

GVMS system maintenance between 10:00pm and 11:00pm on Tuesday 10th March 2026.During this period…

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HMRC Update - Instructions for moving goods using the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS)

HMRC is reminding hauliers and drivers to check and follow inspection instructions when moving…

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HMRC Update - Electronic Travel Authorisation

Eligible HGV drivers travelling to the UK without a visa need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (…

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Customs Clearance - What's New in 2026

2025 was an eventful year for changes to customs clearance requirements and regulation, and 2026…

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HMRC Update : Import Control System 2 (ICS2) – act now to be ready by 31 December 2025

Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the new IT system for submitting entry summary (ENS) declarations…

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Douane (French Customs) update - ICS2 Road, Rail Vectors and Unaccompanied Trailers Important Reminder: End of Transition on 31 December 2025

The ICS2 transition period for road and rail vectors and for unaccompanied trailers ends on 31…