When shipping items abroad, many businesses will turn to a professional Importer of Record (IOR) to help make the process much easier on their part. An IOR is responsible for ensuring that your goods are imported by the laws of the country or jurisdiction to which the goods are being imported. Many countries have different import and export guidelines which can make things complicated so, working with an IOR provider will take away any stress in this regard.
Many different companies will offer an IOR and exporter of record services and you want to ensure that you choose the best for your specific needs. So, if you are shipping IT equipment globally then Blackthorne is the company for you and here is why.
Wealth of experience
Ensuring that the company you choose to act as your IOR has experience is vital, shipping IT equipment globally can be an extremely complex process with hardware being highly regulated. Thankfully, Blackthorne has been acting as IOR for companies selling technology products for over 10 years now and they specialise in technology export. You can rely on their team to ensure that your shipments are simplified and that you don’t have to worry about any of the legal, customs or regulatory side of your freight.
Variety of services
As well as acting as your Importer of Record, Blackthorne can also provide you with a range of other services which can be incredibly beneficial. They routinely provide services such as legal entity representation and export licensing. Unlike the majority of logistics companies, Blackthorne can also assist you with the installation and maintenance of IT products.
With Cisco-trained engineers working worldwide, they offer “smart” hands and “remote” hands support services. This provides technology corporates with an effective solution to warranty, maintenance, repair and installation requirements in remote locations all around the world.
Simplified customs clearance
Customs can cause huge problems when it comes to shipping IT equipment and it has the ability to dramatically slow down your shipment. One of the key advantages of choosing an IT freight specialist for your global shipments is the benefit of a simplified customs clearance process.
When you choose Blackthorne, our global network enables us to comply with all necessary import and export guidelines and regulations and they will ensure that your goods are properly classified and certified preventing any delays.
Payment of all duties, taxes and fees
As well as handling customs for you, Blackthorne IOR services will take care of all necessary duties, taxes, and fees and, help you to avoid additional unexpected costs. We will manage your entire IT equipment transportation and keep all of your detailed documentation which is then stored for a minimum period as required by law. Therefore, should you require this documentation at any point, we can supply you with the right paperwork to help you avoid future fines and taxes.
Numerous accreditations
To put your mind at ease, Blackthorne has also achieved official recognition from several different trade bodies for financial and professional competence, as well as adherence to global trading standards. All of their accreditations provide industry recognition for various aspects of the business and put them above the majority of other freight specialists and Importer of Record companies. What’s more, Blackthorne has approved vendor status from organisations such as The United Nations.
Choosing Blackthorne as your UK Importer of Record Provider
When searching for an IOR technology expert to help with your international shipments, look no further. You can trust that Blackthorne will meet all of your Importer of Record requirements and provide you with the specialist support you need to help ensure quick, efficient and reliable importing and exporting of your IT equipment worldwide. If you have any questions at all or require additional information then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with their experienced team today.
