Duty Drawback Explained: Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Guy Cliffe - Director UKP Worldwide

Описание: In Episode 13 of Let's Be Honest (About Logistics), Nicky Jones sits down with Guy Cliffe - Director UKP Worldwide to unpack the EU customs changes that are about to send shockwaves through every retailer, why your carrier manager fighting for 2p off a parcel is missing the bigger picture and the earthquakes Guy Cliffe says are coming next.

With over 25 years in the logistics industry, Guy shares his insights on the duty drawback opportunity hiding in plain sight, the lessons from Trump's Liberation Day and what's really at stake for cross-border e-commerce now.

A €3 charge per HS code. A €9 multiplier on every multi-item parcel. And an industry wide reckoning landing on 1 July.

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: Why Customs Matters More Than Ever
Nicky Jones introduces Guy Cliff, Director at UKP Worldwide.

02:15 – From Catering to Logistics Leadership
Guy's career journey into international logistics and customs.

06:20 – The Evolution of UKP Worldwide
How the business adapted from international mail to customs and e-commerce.

11:45 – Brexit: The Turning Point for Customs Clearance
How Brexit changed international shipping and created new opportunities.

17:30 – The Hidden Cost Most Retailers Don't See
Why customs and duty management can have a greater impact than shipping costs.

24:15 – Duty Drawback: Are You Missing Money?
How businesses may be able to reclaim duties they've already paid.

31:40 – Cash Flow, Bonded Warehouses & International Expansion
Strategies for reducing duty exposure and improving working capital.

39:10 – Why Customs Expertise Matters
The risks of relying solely on freight forwarding for customs support.

46:50 – Building a Compliance-First Business
AEO status, regulation and maintaining standards.

54:20 – Leadership, Mentors & Lessons Learned
Guy shares advice from his career and reflections on business growth.

01:02:00 – Final Thoughts & Industry Outlook

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