ELP EVENT ON EU CUSTOMS REFORM
The European Logistics Platform (ELP) is hosting an event entitled
"EU Customs Reform: Industry Challenges and Solutions" on 26 March
2025, from 16:00 to 17:30 at the Stanhope Hotel in Brussels. Hosted by Dirk
Gotink, MEP and Rapporteur on the EU Customs Reform (EPP, NL), the event bring
together Members of the European Parliament, Permanent Representatives and ELP to
discuss the implications of the EU Customs Reform proposal on European shippers
and traders, in particular SME’s.
Speakers include Olivier Thouard, Global Customs Leader at CEVA
Logistics, Arno Bijl, Head of Customs (Benelux) at Siemens Energy, Nannette van
Schelven, Director General of Dutch Customs and Gerassimos Thomas, Director
General of DG TAXUD at the European Commission.
Discussions will focus on the challenges and opportunities
presented by the EU Customs Reform proposal, emphasising the industry's need
for practical, efficient, and trade-facilitative customs procedures. The event
aims to contribute to a more effective and business-friendly customs
environment within the EU by fostering dialogue between policymakers and
customs practitioners.
Registration is open at the following link.