Latest Information from your International Business Team at East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

Look to diversify into other markets – engage with our Around the World sessions – Register NOW

Bulgaria Webinar 11 March (1200 to 1300). Register in advance for this meeting: Click here to register https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IYfgE17iTIi1PjfcmpdRDQ
Singapore Webinar 23 April (0900 to 1100). Register in advance for this meeting: Click here to register https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jdvaccXNRMGhjpHI24XHRA
Morocco Webinar 18 May 2026 (1300 to 1400) Register in advance for this meeting: Click here to register https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/H9KZtUZLT1mWFxp2ynsh1A
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Important Notice for UK Exporters – Completion of Box 7 on EUR1 Movement Certificates

It has come to our attention that some UK exporters are being requested to enter additional information into Box 7 on EUR1 Movement Certificates.
Read more HERE
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Middle East Conflict – What Precautions your Business can take

The current Middle East conflict is already creating immediate uncertainty for supply chains. Critical maritime chokepoints including the Strait of Hormuz, Bab-el-Mandeb, the Red Sea corridor, and the Suez Canal form the backbone of these trade flows. Any disruption in these routes immediately increases transit times, freight costs, and insurance premiums. For airfreight the region has become particularly hazardous as expected with planes being diverted. For traders operating on tight margins, that combination is dangerous.
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Important – if you Export to India

You need to register with HMRC if you’re planning to complete origin declarations for exports under the UK-India Free Trade Agreement.
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Skills Bootcamp in International Trade – Summer Dates Announced – Register your Interest

Hot on the heels of the incredible success of the Skills Bootcamp in International Trade, the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce is awaiting news to see if we have been awarded additional funding to deliver more Skills Bootcamp in International Trade in Summer 2026.
For more information click HERE
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Businesses urged to prepare for Vaping Products Duty registration from April 2026

The UK government is introducing Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme from 1‌‌‌ October‌‌‌ 2026, with registration opening from 1‌‌‌ April‌‌‌ 2026
For more information, click HERE
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