Member Benefits

Businesses of all sizes and sectors must be aware of and prepared for the changes that come with the UKs new relationship with the European Union in order to not see any detrimental impact. Many businesses may not even know that they will be affected and must prepare. The Chamber has put together a package of EU Exit related support for businesses to prevent any damage to your international trade process.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE TRAINING - ALL THE LATEST UPDATES YOU NEED TO KNOW TO TRADE INTERNATIONALLY

Whether you are reviewing your import and export procedures or need support with international trade finance, businesses can access a range of courses delivered by our professional and highly-qualified trainers. It has never been so important for businesses and there staff to be up to date on the latest changes to import and export procedures, whether you are looking at importing or exporting for the first time or looking to ensure your businesses is ready to trade internationally post-transition period. The Chamber is proud to supplement its expert International Trade advice with a detailed virtual training portfolio that attracts businesses from all sizes and sectors. Our courses are aimed at all company personnel involved with and or have an understanding of customs procedures in international trade. In line with current government guidelines, all training courses currently take place online. To view our portfolio of online courses including international trade training please visit here www.hwchamber.co.uk/

international-trade-training-courses.

CUSTOMS DECLARATION SERVICE - WHAT DOES THIS SERVICE PROVIDE FOR MY BUSINESS?

EXPORT DOCUMENTATION SERVICE – ACCREDITED INTERNATIONAL TRADE DOCUMENTATION

ChamberCustoms® delivers a customs declaration service for UK importers and exporters of all sizes and in every region of the United Kingdom. With our extensive knowledge, reputation and first-class service in facilitating international trade, we can take the hassle out of your hands when it comes to exporting and importing goods. The service is offered direct to businesses and through UK freight forwarders, ensuring that customs clearance is accurate, timely and avoids additional costs through delays or errors. With direct links to the HMRC Customs handling system and all inventory linked ports, we can ensure that your goods, no matter where they enter or leave the UK, will be cleared for onward transportation smoothly. We can help you keep your time sensitive supply chains moving efficiently and economically. For more information please visit

www.hwchamber.co.uk/eu-exit-hub/ customs-declaration-service.

The International Trade team at the Chamber is accredited to process international trade documentation. They deliver a service that accurately checks, certifies and authenticates documents ready for export, covering a variety of documentation including certificates of origin, preference documents, EUR1’s and more. Available online, the document processing service enables exporters to apply and receive documentation electronically As Chamber Members you will be entitled to discounted export documentation. For more info please visit our EU Exit Hub:

www.hwchamber.co.uk/eu-exit-hub.

CHAMBER TRAINING PROGRAMME TO UPSKILL YOUR WORKFORCE

With businesses unable to deliver face to face training, 2020 saw an insurgence of online virtual training. The Chamber has seen an incredible positive response to its own virtual training portfolio, which includes a full schedule of essential and informative webinars for both Members and Non-members to attend for free. View the full schedule and pick the Webinar that suits your learning needs best. With new advances in technology and the innovation many businesses have demonstrated, it has never been more important to upskill your business and adapt to the different environment that we all face compared to 12 months ago. When we eventually do return to normality you can guarantee that there will be new ways of doing business, ways which were not ordinary to us 18 months ago. This is why you should ensure your employees have the foundation they need in order to succeed. The Chamber regularly host webinars specifically relating to topics surrounding Coronavirus and the impacts on business of all sizes and from all sectors, with plenty of Coronavirus business advice. With a host of events and online learning developed specifically to help businesses restart and recover, there is an opportunity for every type of businesses to find relevant support. To view a full list of webinars available to you, please visit the training calander here:

www.hwchamber.co.uk/events-and-

training-calendar or get in touch at training@hwchamber.co.uk to make an enquiry.