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Export with confidence A


t Glasgow Chamber we know that the simple idea of trading internationally is


never that simple, so the least we can do is to make geting from A to B relatively straightforward. Glasgow Chamber’s International Trade Team provides professional advice and support for companies trading overseas. Whether you are planning to


export for the first time or are increasing your existing export activity, the team at Glasgow Chamber can offer advice and assistance with documentation, training and events.


Documentation Services


We have a dedicated British Chambers of Commerce-approved documentation team which can help with the issue and certification of documents to ensure your goods and services are exported or imported in accordance with international law and procedures.


Update your skills


Sponsored by our International Trade Partner, Clydesdale Bank, we run a series of training programmes and workshops every two months which include Export and Import Documentation, Leters of Credit and Incoterms. We are currently introducing some new training programmes, including Export Controls and Compliance including ITAR, Export and Import Basics and HMRC Requirements. Te Export Controls and


Compliance programme will raise awareness of what export controls are and why businesses have to show due diligence. It will also: » Introduce BIS – the government body that controls and manages the Export Licencing System


» How to know which products potentially require a licence


» Te Strategic Export Control list including the Dual Use lists and Military List – what they are and where to find them


» Exporting goods under licence


» Understanding and managing licences. Te Export and Import Basics


programme provides an overview of export and import procedures as well as how to be cost effective and not get caught up by hidden extras. It is a perfect platform for beginners and intermediate learners that want to understand the structure of movement of goods. Te programme also includes: » An Incoterms overview » Weight vs volume and how to calculate


» Documentation fees » Commodity codes and duty rates


» Import regimes. Te HMRC Requirements


programme tracks the journey of goods from when goods leave the factory to arrival at Customs at their destination and gives a clear understanding of the documentation requirements. Tis programme will assist exporters who require a beter understanding


of Customs requirements in the UK and overseas. Te following topics will also be covered: » 2016 and the changes to Customs » Revenue through VAT and duty and monitoring the movement of controlled goods


» Customs documentation – how to complete it, when you should and when you shouldn’t


» Understanding origin and calculations


» What happens when you get it wrong. In addition to all of these


programmes, we can also provide tailored training programmes to suit the exact needs of your business and your staff.


International Trade Forums


Our International Trade Forums are also sponsored by Clydesdale Bank. Te forums were established 18 months ago and provide an opportunity for our international trade customers, both new and established, to network, share their


FIND OUT MORE...


For further information about our international trade training, please contact Elaine Rodger at Glasgow Chamber on 0141 204 8332 or email: elaine.rodger@ glasgowchamberofcommerce.com


» Forthcoming training


EXPORT DOCUMENTATION AND PROCEDURES Monday 19 January


LETTERS OF CREDIT Tuesday 20 January


EXPORT CONTROLS AND COMPLIANCE INCLUDING ITAR Tuesday 24 March


EXPORT AND IMPORT BASICS Thursday 26 March


CUSTOMS REQUIREMENTS PROCESS AND DOCUMENTATION Thursday 21 May


For further information on all our courses, please contact our Training Department on 0141 204 8332 or training@ glasgowchamberofcommerce.com or visit www.glasgowchamberofcommerce.com


» Glasgow Chamber has training to help you trade internationally


knowledge and experiences and hear from organisations that can offer support. Past speakers have included Termo Fisher, Scotish Development International, Te Institute of Export, Grant Tornton and the British Polish Chamber of Commerce. Te International Trade Forums are held in-house every two months.


‘Doing Business In’ events


Glasgow Chamber also delivers a range of events aimed at encouraging international companies to explore new markets. Our ‘Doing Business In’ events have in the past included China, Brazil, Poland, India and Germany.


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