Re: Authorised Economic Operator

Dear relation,

Herewith we have the pleasure to inform you that Berkman Forwarding B.V. has been AEO certified since 15th of April 2009.
Berkman Forwarding is certified for customs simplifications & safety (AEOF).
With this certificate we belong to the first 100 companies of The Netherlands who has this status.
This means that we are a reliable partner in the logistic supply chain.
In future all shipments of non-AEO certified companies will be checked more strictly by customs which will result in cargo delays and physical checks.

AEO-certified companies will have less controls as they are part of a safe logistic chain.
The advantages of an AEO-certified operator for customs simplifications are as follows:

* customs simplifications
* less physical controls
* if a control is necessary, checks will be carried out with preference
* physical checks can be carried out on an other place (for example at consignee premises)

The advantages of an AEO-certified operator for safety are as follows:

* pre-noticed by customs if a check is necessary
* need to provide less information to customs
* less physical controls
* if a control is necessary, checks will be carried out with preference
* physical checks can be carried out on an other place (for example at consignee premises)

The holder of an AEO-certificate for customs simplifications and safety has all advantages which are mentioned.
Besides the formal advantages there are more practical advantages to mention: 

* for customers it is a proof that all processes are well organized
* an AEO-certified has a financial sound, has a transparent administration which proofs that   a partner is reliable
* better working processes
* protection against terrorism, theft and fraud

Fore more information about Authorised Economic Operator we refer to www.douane.nl/zakelijk/aeo/en where you can find more details.

We are sure that we can optimize our service as we are an AEO certified operator.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind regards,

Berkman Forwarding B.V.

Stephan de Baan (Quality Manager)
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