Supporting International Businesses

Essential import and export support for today’s global marketplace.

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Accredited Learning Pathways – Enrol for September

Accredited Learning to Strengthen Your Role - Turning Theoretical Knowledge into Practical, Compliant Working Procedures. Join our free webinar to explore the five accredited Learning Pathways across Customs Declarations, Customs Regulations, Export Licensing Controls, Food in International Trade, and Import and Export.

Strong & Herd™ LLP work to support and upskill businesses in the areas of export, import and customs procedures. As well as providing practical training we are an outsource helpline function to numerous companies who need support with customs compliance requirements and to import or export goods.

We help produce key import and export guides and magazines as well as running a practical helpline with regular updates to clients. To achieve this we have access to numerous websites and first-hand updates from the regulators including HMRC.

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by Andy Baker 17 September 2025
The upcoming CDS update, version 4.9.0, is scheduled for release on 27 th September 2025. During this period, please note that any pre-lodged declarations that will be affected by the changes should be changed/amended prior to the goods arriving.
by Niamh O'Connor 16 September 2025
Join us in October for comprehensive training courses on Customs compliance and international trade. Our October sessions are tailored to suit your schedule, offering full-day courses and focused, shorter clinics. Whether you're looking to master the basics of import/export or delve into more advanced Customs regulations, we have a wide range of courses to suit your needs. See below for further details of October courses. 
by Sandra Strong 15 September 2025
For SMEs and newcomers, Customs mistakes are more than just annoying; they can result in financial losses, cause delays, and even block shipments entirely. Let’s break down five mistakes beginners often make and how to tackle them early, so your first steps in trade are confident, not chaotic.