Bobbie Ttooulis, Group Marketing Director at Global Freight Solutions | The challenges of trading into Europe from the UK Ep.7

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In this episode, host Al Keck sits down with Bobbie Ttooulis, Group Marketing Director at Global Freight Solutions, the UK’s largest multi-carrier provider, to discuss the complexities and challenges faced by UK businesses trading into Europe post-Brexit. They delve into the impact of border changes, customs documentation, and recent VAT reforms on e-commerce businesses. Bobbie offers practical advice on overcoming these hurdles, including navigating the One Stop Shop VAT scheme and fulfillment strategies, aiming to help businesses reboot their EU sales efficiency.

Key Topics Covered:

• The chaotic impact of Brexit on borderless trade with Europe
• Challenges faced by UK e-commerce businesses due to customs paperwork and VAT changes.
• The logistical difficulties, especially with countries like Germany, and cost implications of carriers.
• Explanation of the One Stop Shop (IOSS) scheme simplifying VAT declarations across EU countries.
• Advice on adapting e-commerce sites to handle VAT calculations dynamically at checkout.
• Alternative fulfillment strategies, such as warehousing stock within the EU to avoid border complications.
• The importance of transparency to maintain a good customer experience and avoid lost orders.
• Available resources for UK businesses to get up to speed on trading requirements with the EU.

This episode was recorded in May 2022

Useful Links:

• Global Freight Solutions https://gfsdeliver.com/
• Bobbie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/super-charge-growth
• UK Government guidance on trading with the EU: https://www.gov.uk/transition
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