AEO - Authorized Economic Operator is promoted by the World Customs Organization, achieving the goal of global supply chain and international trade security and convenience by building a relationship between customs and business partners. In recent years, the AEO system has played an important role in promoting International trade security and convenience, improving customs modernization, and promoting economic growth and corporate competitiveness. The AEO system has become an important part of mutual recognition the cooperation between different customs.

Currently, there are more than 50 countries implementing AEO recognition systems all over the world. The countries that mutually recognize AEO certificate with Taiwan include China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, United States, Israel, Australia and India. If you have business with the those countries, and choose TGL with AEO certified to help you arranging in the international supply chain logistics, you will be able to shorten the time and lower the risk of examinations for customs clearance.

There are more than 10,000 companies obtained the AEO certification in the world. Taiwan government has actively obtained Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with other countries, including United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, etc. In September 2020, Taiwan government was actively introducing a deeper understanding of AEO certification system to APEC members, and strengthen the Taiwan AEO relationship with APEC members, in order to create a more convenient environment in international supply chain logistics.

What qualifications does a company require for AEO certification?

In the process of applying for AEO certification, a company needs to meet the requirements for 14 categories, 225 lists of safety standards, which include improving the training program, high standard of corporate procedures and safety of the construction to become a more well-established company. The company with AEO certification could provide the better service to clients. Do you think you can be entitled with the AEO certification for a lifetime? After obtaining the AEO certification, you need to follow the requirements to maintain 225 safety lists and upload files to the custom office every year. Local custom office will examine all details every three years to extend your qualification. It helps clients to put more trust and business to TGL more confidently. AEO certification is equivalent to a company with a credible reputation, allowing you can deliver your business to us more reliable.

What are the advantages of delivering your business with AEO certified company?

When you arrange your cargo in any part of the international supply chain logistics through TGL, you will not only enjoy the high-quality service from our  professional knowledge and profound experienced team, but also ensure that your cargos are protected by safety accreditation service and minimize all possible risks during transportation process. Regardless of air freight/ sea freight/ Inland transportation, or multi-modal transportation, your shipment can be reached the destination in the most efficient way. In addition, you can also enjoy the benefit during customs clearance at both sides, such as shortening the time and lowing the cost for customs clearance. Thereby further enhance the competitiveness of corporate in international trade and avoid wasting extra time and money in customs process. (Note 1)

What are other advantages for TGL except being an AEO certified company? 

TGL combines with 24 hours real time tracking system and VMI system, no matter your cargos are delivered directly to the consignee after arrival at the destination, or are stored in our overseas warehouses, you can monitor your cargos status at any time and any place to ensure the safety of the cargos. Regardless of the E-commerce (FBA) cargos or high-value and high-sensitive project cargos, they can always be delivered according to your plan accurately. This is also the bonus for choosing TGL with AEO certified as your logistics partner.

If you have any question or inquiry, please feel free to contact our Global Service Center : gsc@tgl-group.net or visit our website: www.tgl-group.net. You will experience our remarkable service.

Note 1:  According to rule No. 225 of Taiwan Customs Administration, the economic operators apply the principals from one to four principles. Authorized economic operators apply for all of them. 1. Cargo less likely to be inspected. 2. Simplify the procedures for cargo approval. 3. Priority for customs clearance. 4. Other principles.