International Trade
When trading internationally, you must be aware of regulations and guidance on transporting products, as well as financial restrictions. The websites below offer additional guidance and information:
• Business Link - general logistics and funding advice;
• Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs - advice on transporting items, including livestock, safely;
• Europa - the European Union online resource for legislation and guidance on all EU/EEC laws passed;
• European Chemical Transport Association - guidance on legislation and safety requirements for transporting chemicals;
• Freight Transport Association and Road Haulage Association - UK based organisations who help operators in all aspects of road transport;
• HM Customs - guidance on legislation pertinent to importers and exporters;
• Index of Foreign Departments of Transport - links to every countries Transport agency, to find specialist guidance;
• Office of Fair Trading - online resource for consumers and businesses on all aspects of trading best practice;
• Retail Motor Industry Federation and Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders - both of whom offer guidance for vehicle importers; and,
• Trading Standards - UK based group that offer free advice on trading standards and consumer protection.
Page last updated: 22/11/2005



