Advanced Supply Chain awarded EU AEO certification

Bradford based logistics firm Advanced Supply Chain has been granted Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accreditation by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

As an AEO certified carrier, Advanced Supply Chain has satisfied strict criteria of customs authorities across Europe and further afield, giving the business access simplified customs processes and the right to ‘fast-track’ shipments through some customs and safety and security procedures.

Mike Danby, CEO of Advanced Supply Chain, said: “As supply chains come under increasing pressure to be as efficient and fast-paced as possible, the AEO certification will enables us to deliver shipments at a faster rate than ever before.


“Every second counts for our big brand customers, and we sought this accreditation as it allows us to squeeze more precious hours into their supply chain process. This is another step in a long line of innovations we are making as a business to maintain our competitive edge.”

AEO status is an industry ‘kite mark’ and is recognised throughout the EU, with the European Commission recently announcing that the certification will be recognised in the US. AEO status will enable ASC to have goods subjected to fewer checks by the customs authorities when trading with the US, Canada, China, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

Mike added: “We are all about intelligent logistics – we redefine supply chains across the globe to deliver wide-ranging benefits to customers with as little disruption as possible to their current process. Our AEO stamp is just another added value we can offer to customers.”

The Bradford based firm is an end-to-end logistics provider and garment processing company which ensures the safe passage of high-quality clothes, food and homeware into the UK.

Advanced Supply Chain is one of the fastest growing logistics and supply chain operators in the country, with a workforce of over 600 across eight UK sites.