Making sense of a complex trade landscape
Moving goods internationally has become a lot more complicated. What used to be a frictionless process is now layered with declarations, port delays and compliance risks. For businesses on tight margins or critical timelines, the stakes have never been higher.
That is why experience matters. And why our e-Customs services provide state-of the art digital solutions built on nearly 40 years of hands-on customs know-how.
A legacy of solving customs problems
It began in 1986 with a specialist consultancy called i2i. Back then, customs brokerage meant paperwork, phone calls and queues. i2i’s mission was to simplify the process, combining technical knowledge with practical support that moved goods faster and with less risk.
Over the years, i2i became part of SGS. And while the tools evolved, from paper forms to cloud platforms, the mission stayed the same. Today, that legacy powers a fully integrated e-Customs service designed to meet the needs of modern supply chains.
How our e-Customs services help
We’ve built our platform and support around the real challenges traders face:
Clear faster, with fewer errors
Use our secure eGTA platform to manage import/export declarations, transit, EMCS, GVMS, ENS, VAT and fiscal representation – all in one place.
Keep goods moving across borders
Where transit procedures are required, our TransitNet platform combines a user-friendly interface with our customs guarantees, covering UK, Europe, EFTA countries and Turkey.
Handle excise goods with confidence
We’re a registered excise consignor at all UK ports and Eurotunnel. That means duty-suspended goods move smoothly, with no last-minute surprises.
Stay compliant, stay in control
Our international experts are port badge ready and plugged into live systems – helping you avoid delays, fines or failed audits.
Train your teams, upgrade your processes
From AEO applications to incoterms and audit prep, our consultancy and training services help you raise your internal capability.
Why it works: insight, integration and people who know what they’re doing
We are one of the few providers who offer a single customs solution backed by decades of clearance experience. We provide more than just the software – we provide the intelligence behind it. From embedded ERP connections to proactive consultancy, we give you a smoother, more resilient customs operation.
Need to move goods via the Eurotunnel? Our Landbridge package gets them through faster, with priority access and tailored transit support.
Trade may be more complex – but your customs process doesn’t have to be
Whether you're shipping daily or scaling into new markets, our e-Customs team helps you cut through the noise. With nearly 40 years in the business, we don’t just process declarations – we anticipate what’s next.
Find out how our experience can give your customs process a smarter edge.
Download our brochure by visiting our website
For further information contact:
Andy Maber
Business Development Manager
Trade Facilitation Services
t: +44 (0)151 350 6666
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
