CustomsMatters has been awarded the EU commissions gold standard for Customs service provision. "As the only dedicated Customs service provider to be awarded the Authorised Economic Status in Ireland it marks a huge achievement for us", comments Stephen Tracey. We have been servicing the needs of manufacturers and their supply chain requirements for 21 years.

The award of this authorisation which is accepted in 27 member states is a significant milestone for CustomsMatters as we are the sole indigenous full customs service provider to be awarded this prestigious marque.

• AEO's will be given a lower risk score in risk analysis systems when profiling;
• If physical controls are to be conducted AEO's will be given priority treatment;
• Mutual recognition of AEO programmes under Joint Customs Co-operation Agreements could result in faster movement of their goods through third country borders;
• Reduced data sets for entry and exit summary declarations - only for AEO safety and security;
• AEO's will be in a stronger position to benefit from simplified procedures.

As a consequence of increasing their safety and security standards, traders may also benefit from the following:

• reduced theft and losses;
• fewer delayed shipments;
• improved planning;
• improved customer loyalty;
• reduced security and safety incidents;
• reduced crime and vandalism;
• improved security and communication between supply chain partners.