Making Tax Digital for VAT: Where does internal control go?
The UK has been moving steadily towards digital tax reporting. The Making Tax Digital for VAT programme is designed to simplify submissions, reduce errors and … Read more
Emma E-Doc – Digital Customs Archive
Why finance cannot ignore customs data
In international trade, customs is often viewed as a specialist domain managed by logistics or compliance teams. For finance, it can feel too far removed, … Read more
CBAM in Norway: What do we know so far?
In October 2024, the Norwegian government announced that Norway would align with the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This is a key climate measure … Read more
Are You Ready for Customs Compliance in 2025?
The short answer: Probably not yet. Customs compliance is evolving fast. New rules, new technologies, and new sustainability demands are coming in hot. The real … Read more
Norway to Join the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): What Does This Mean for Norwegian Businesses?
In connection with the presentation of the national budget (Statsbudsjettet) earlier in October 2024, the Norwegian government has announced that Norway will join the EU’s … Read more
Commodity Codes: Are your Products Classified Correctly?
Getting your commodity codes right is crucial for any business involved in importing or exporting goods. But why is it so important? Let’s explore the … Read more
Carsten’s Corner: Navigating the Seas of International Trade – The Vital Role of Customs Data
In today’s intricate international trade environment, managing customs data is no longer just a necessity but a strategic imperative. From ensuring compliance to driving cost-saving … Read more
Digitoll: How can Importers Prepare?
In recent years, Norwegian Customs (Tolletaten), just like the Tax Administration and several other Norwegian agencies, has embarked on an extensive digitalisation process. The goal … Read more
Multimodal Awards: We are finalists!
We’re thrilled to announce that Emma Systems is through to the finalist line-up for the Customs Technology Partner of the Year at Multimodal Awards! This … Read more
Swedish Customs: 34 % Increase in Uncovered Import Errors
Sweden’s Customs agency, Tullverket, recently revealed a surge in import discrepancies in 2023, with companies retrospectively billed 97 million Swedish kronor (SEK) following post-import inspections—an … Read more