Collaboration breaks new ground with seamless customs clearance

UKP Worldwide and Whistl are collaborating to offer their customers a seamless customs clearance service for mail and parcel customers who operate internationally.

The collaboration enables both their customer’s goods to pass through UK customs approved processes without unnecessary delay and means they’re the only ones offering an inhouse customs clearance service ensuring efficiency, reliability and regulatory compliance without having to engage in third parties to do so.

The relationship covers international mail, packets and parcels through both tracked and untracked service options and fully managed returns from certain countries.

We also have a unique agreement with the United States Postal Service (USPS) allowing customers direct access to USPS services through our facility in New Jersey USA.

Lee Bucktrout, CEO UKP Worldwide, said:

“Whether you import, export or tranship parcels it’s imperative to select a partner who understands local and international regulations. By choosing UKP Worldwide (an Authorised Economic Operator – AEO) you will benefit from compliant customs procedures as well as a secure supply chain solution.”

“This collaboration allows UKP Worldwide to provide clearance solutions and seamless transfer to the Whistl carrier network with a single point of contact for customs clearance, final mile delivery and managed returns.”

Nick Wells, CEO Whistl, said:

“As the UK’s trading relationships with the wider world are changing it is important for customers to be working with experts in the international import and export mail and parcel sector who can navigate this complex compliance journey.”

“For example, recent research from Whistl found that 26% of respondents said the cost and complexity of customs/import charges stopped people making international online purchases. So, by working with UKPW, Whistl continues to simplify the delivery management process by taking away unnecessary hurdles that can impede sales and ensure efficient and reliable delivery both in the UK and internationally.”

Latest Coronavirus update from UKPW

It’s been a week since we touched base and for the most, it is still business as usual for UKPW. The previously mentioned measures and protocols put in place still stand and our team are getting used to new ways of working, whether that’s by preparing shipments whilst abiding by social distancing or having video team meetings, along with working at home with families around…it’s a big learning curve for us all at present. 

However, one reoccurring question kept arising from you, our Customers…will our mail still be dispatched? We are pleased to confirm, despite some delays or seeking alternatives suppliers, we are still keeping your mail items moving to destinations without local restrictions. 

International Mail Service Alerts

We are actively working on keeping our Service Alerts page updated ensuring country information is up to date and relevant for all our customers. Unfortunately, during this time, some delays to international mail is to be expected, however, we are doing all we can to continue to provide our services with as little disruption as possible. Please visit our website for a full update: https://www.ukpworldwide.com/news/service-alerts/.

We continue to operate with vigilance, compassion and care for our customers, colleagues, suppliers and anyone affected during these difficult times.

Many thanks,

 

UKP Worldwide Team

Coronavirus Update 24.03.2020

UKP Worldwide would like to take the opportunity to update you, our customers, following Boris Johnson’s latest briefing, on 23rd March 2020, announcing that non-essential businesses were to close until further notice.

For the most it is business as usual, as mentioned in our previous email updates, we pride ourselves on looking after our customers and the well-being of our staff, so we wanted to share with you the provisions we as a company have put in place to keep our staff safe and our customer’s products moving. Both the CDC and the World Health Organisation have indicated that there is currently no evidence that COVID-19 is being spread through mail items.

To reduce health risk we immediately introduced our business continuity protocols resulting in as many office staff as possible working remotely. For the remaining staff, we have increased sanitisation and social distancing between colleagues. We also conduct daily team briefings updating all our staff on the latest Government and NHS guidelines.

International Mail Service Alerts

We are actively working on keeping our Service Alerts page updated ensuring country information is up to date and relevant for all our customers. Unfortunately, during this time, some delays to international mail is to be expected, however, we are doing all we can to continue to provide our services with as little disruption as possible. Please visit our website for a full update: https://www.ukpworldwide.com/news/service-alerts/.

We continue to operate with vigilance, compassion and care for our customers, colleagues, suppliers and anyone affected during these difficult times.

Many thanks,

 

UKP Worldwide Team

Coronavirus Update

UKP Worldwide is closely monitoring the ever-changing situation with the spread of the coronavirus and acknowledge the impact this may have on both our customers and staff.

We pride ourselves on looking after our customers, our highly trained team and the agile processes and procedures we have in place along with our accreditation’s help demonstrate this.  Building on our strengths we immediately augmented our strict business continuity protocols to ensure all team members were fully briefed with up-to-date Government guidance to ensure the Health and Safety of themselves and our customers. Cleaning schedules have been enhanced and where possible remote working implemented. International business travel has been suspended, as well as self-isolation in accordance with the Government and NHS guidelines should anyone display symptoms. 

International Mail Service Alerts

We are actively monitoring the evolving situation with the coronavirus and ensuring country information is kept up to date. We are in close contact with our suppliers around the globe to ensure we can keep our customers informed of any developments. Delays to international mail are to be expected, however, further updates will be provided as soon as they become available. Please visit our Service Alerts page for a full country breakdown: https://www.ukpworldwide.com/news/service-alerts/.

We are operating with vigilance, compassion and care as we manage through this difficult time and our thoughts are with those who have already been affected by this difficult situation. 

Many thanks,

UKP Worldwide

Brexit

The UK will be leaving the EU on 31st October. To stay up to speed with the latest advice and news, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/brexit

The United States remains in the UPU

After much deliberation a compromise has been reached and the United States remains a member of the Universal Postal Union. 

“By remaining in the UPU, the United States retains its important leadership role in the global postal system,” says Kate Muth, executive director of International Mailers Advisory Group, which includes Amazon and eBay.

Full article can be read here.

We already offer a direct entry service via USPS for US mail, meaning no imminent changes for our customers. However, if your US shipping has been affected by the recent announcement, please give us a call on +44 (0) 1844 39880 to discuss your mailing requirements in full. 

 

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