AEO info
Amsterdam Container Terminals has been awarded AEO-status in January 2009
As the first deep sea container terminal in the Netherlands, the Amsterdam Container Terminal has received the AEO certificate, combined Customs simplification and Security and safety, from the Dutch Customs.
The holder of an AEO certificate:
• is subjected to less physical inspection and document check
• receives priority treatment of consignments if selected for controls
• may request controls to be carried out at a certain place
• does not have to meet the same criteria when applying for subsequent license
For ACT and its customers this will mean that the containers will be handled faster and more efficiently while still maintaining a safe and secure logistic chain.
Since 2001 much attention has been focused on international safety and security measures, which have also had their influence on the European customs legislation.
Enterprises and their suppliers involved in EU cross-border movements of goods will have to comply with this new legislation. When introducing new legislation the European Union intends to offer the business sector better facilities. These facilities should result in the reduction of logistic delays and administrative burdens. As of September 2007 enterprises may therefore apply for the status of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO). An AEO certificate is valid in all EU Member States.