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Trade Through Time: Schengen’s Bold Vision – From Borders to Risk-Based Customs

July 9, 2025

In 1985, five European countries took a monumental step by signing the Schengen Agreement, aiming to abolish internal border checks among member states. While it promised efficiency and free movement, its path to full implementation […]

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Trade Through Time: Pre-Schengen Borders

July 2, 2025

Before the Schengen Agreement laid the groundwork for seamless travel within much of Europe, customs work involved a patchwork of procedures. For anyone shipping goods across multiple countries, mountains of paper and strict schedules were […]

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Global Data Protection Compliance FY25/01

April 2, 2025

Regulators have entered 2025 with a sharper focus on enforcement, cooperation, and guidance. In this edition of Global Data Protection Compliance FY25/01, we explore how data protection authorities across the EU, Brazil, India, Mexico, Poland, […]

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Shifting Trade Winds: U.S. Tariff Plans and Their Global Impact

February 18, 2025

The current U.S. administration has signaled its intention to impose tariffs on key trading partners – primarily Canada, Mexico, and China – with additional measures targeting the European Union. While these tariffs are presented as […]

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Global Data Protection Compliance FY24/04

January 21, 2025

As 2024 drew to a close, global regulators took significant steps in data protection. Updates from the European Union, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Mexico, India, and Brazil covered a wide range of topics, including GDPR […]

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Bigger Than You Think: The Netherlands' Global Trade Power

December 3, 2024

As a company that was founded in the Netherlands, CATTS has always been deeply connected to one of the busiest hubs of international trade. The Netherlands plays a crucial role in global commerce, with one-third of […]

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Global Data Protection Compliance FY24/03

October 1, 2024

In an age where digital transformation continues to shape our world, ensuring robust data protection mechanisms is more crucial than ever. This edition of CATTS Data Protection’s Quarterly News for FY24/03 provides an in-depth analysis […]

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The Next Phase in Brazil’s Import Process Transformation

August 28, 2024

The Foreign Trade Secretariat of the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services (Secex/MDIC) and the Special Secretariat of the Federal Revenue of Brazil of the Ministry of Finance (RFB/MF) inform that the import operations […]

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Back to Basics: Five Essential Export Control Questions

August 14, 2024

The nature of international trade has undergone significant transformation over the last 500 years. What started as local village exchanges of goods, evolved into a global market by the 16th century with ships traveling to […]

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Balancing Acts: The Impact of E-Commerce Tax Policies on Local Markets

August 8, 2024

The rise of e-commerce has reshaped global retail, prompting countries to reassess tax policies and trade compliance measures. As governments tighten regulations, the impact on local markets and consumers remains uncertain, raising questions about the […]

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Winning Gold in Global Trade: The Logistics of the Olympics

July 26, 2024

The Olympics are an incredible showcase of athletic talent and international unity, but have you ever wondered about the massive logistical puzzle behind the scenes? From ensuring that every athlete's gear — be it fencing swords or gymnastics mats — arrives on time, to shipping it all back home afterwards, it's a Herculean task. With Paris preparing for the 2024 Games, let's look at how the global trade networks make sure all athletes have what they need to compete at their best.

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Mastering EU Customs: Insights and Strategies from a Leading Expert

July 12, 2024

The European Union is undertaking a challenging initiative to revamp its customs union. The proposed reforms aim to broaden and deepen segmentation and prior certification use. Only operators holding an AEO certificate will be qualified to benefit from simplified procedures and enjoy facilitation in import and export. Economic entities recognized as Trust & Check Traders will have access to advanced customs services without intervention. A Customs Control Tower equipped with a skilled team and a sophisticated IT system will guarantee customs compliance and streamline operational management within this framework.

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