Unmasking the True Cause of Export System Delays

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The implementation of the new UK customs system for exports has faced setbacks, with recent delays being attributed to connectivity issues. While official explanations point to industry feedback, forwarders assert that these delays primarily stem from challenges in establishing a reliable and efficient connectivity infrastructure. The Loadstar source.

  • UK customs system delay attributed to connectivity issues, contrary to industry feedback claim.
  • Forwarders highlight connectivity challenges hindering Customs Declaration Service implementation.
  • Lack of practical understanding hampers UK supply chain policies, affecting customs system rollout.

Forwarders Dispute

Forwarders in the UK have raised objections to the recent delay in the rollout of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) for exports, stating that the reported cause was inaccurate. While the HMRC claimed the delay was in response to industry feedback, forwarders argue that the true reason lies in connectivity challenges.

Forwarders Speak Out

In a recent development, a forwarder revealed that the decision to adopt a phased approach to implementing the CDS was not a result of heeding industry feedback, as the HMRC had suggested. The forwarder maintained that the primary driver behind the decision was the lack of a stable and reliable connectivity infrastructure, particularly concerning inventory-linked locations such as ports and airports.

Connectivity Issues Hamper Progress

The forwarder’s statement highlighted the ongoing struggle to develop a robust operating system for inventory-linked locations that could seamlessly integrate with the CDS. Connectivity issues have posed a significant challenge, leading to delays in the implementation timeline. However, progress has been made in addressing these issues for certain locations, with successful beta testing being conducted.

Impact on Industry Migration

A smoothly functioning Customs Declaration Service would offer the industry a viable alternative to the current platform, Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF). The delay in transitioning to CDS has prompted discussions on whether Whitehall’s inclination toward strict deadlines has resulted in systems going live prematurely, often before industries are adequately prepared to utilize them effectively.

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Source-loadstar