2026: The Year E-Commerce Compliance Becomes Digital-First
The e-commerce landscape in Europe is on the cusp of its most significant regulatory transformation in years. From 1 July 2026, the European Union will implement a €3 flat customs duty on all low-value parcels imported into the bloc. This development marks the end of friction-free parcel flows and will place new digital burdens on every cross-border shipment. […]
Bonded Warehousing at Heathrow: January Spotlight on Duty Deferral, Excise Support & Strategic Flexibility
As we begin 2026, NG-Terminal is proud to shine our monthly service highlight on one of the most valuable tools in international logistics: bonded warehousing. With our expanded bonded warehouse near Heathrow, importers, brokers, and excise traders now have more control over cash flow, inventory release, and compliance, especially as regulations evolve and supply chains continue to adapt […]
Excise Duty Explained: What Importers Need to Know
When it comes to importing excise goods into the United Kingdom, understanding how excise duty works is vital for ensuring compliance and maintaining healthy cash flow. Whether your business handles alcohol, tobacco, or energy products, being clear on when excise duty becomes payable, how duty suspension operates, and the risks of getting it wrong can […]
Countdown to Vaping Duty: What Importers and E-Commerce Sellers Need to Know Before October 2026
In a major shift for the UK vaping industry, Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and an associated Duty Stamp Scheme will officially come into force on 1 October 2026. Announced by HMRC and detailed on GOV.UK, the reform aligns vaping products more closely with existing tobacco duty rules, marking significant regulatory tightening for manufacturers, importers, and online sellers alike. What’s Changing? From 1 October […]
Takeback Tuesday 2026: £1.55bn Returns Surge Puts UK Retailers Under Pressure
As the dust settles on the festive season, UK retailers are waking up to another challenge: Takeback Tuesday – the unofficial “peak day” for post-Christmas returns. According to recent industry estimates, more than £1.55 billion worth of goods are expected to be returned in the weeks following the holidays, with £1.05 billion lost from gift returns alone (source: Ecommerce News UK). What […]
Looking Ahead to 2026 – Smart Trade and Collaboration
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year where e-commerce reached new heights, but not without challenges. The looming uncertainty around low-value import policy reform has reminded us once again that in logistics, change is the only constant, and flexibility is everything. At NG Terminal, we’re already preparing for what’s next. In 2026, we’ll focus on: ✅ Enhancing digital customs processes (MyNGT 2.0, […]
Closing a year of growth, partnerships and smarter trade
As 2025 comes to a close, the global logistics world looks very different from where we started. Cross-border e-commerce has continued to grow at double-digit rates, UK–China trade is recovering from earlier supply chain volatility, and bonded logistics is moving from niche capability to strategic advantage for brands of every size. Amid that shift, NG […]
🎄 Delivering What Matters – 2025 Year-End Message
As the year comes to a close, we’d like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who made 2025 a year of growth, innovation, and stronger connections. To our clients – thank you for your trust. To our partners – thank you for your collaboration. To our team – thank you for your dedication and […]
EU Customs Modernisation: €3 Duty on Low-Value E-Commerce Parcels from 1 July 2026
Fragmentation vs. Integration – How Businesses Must Prepare for the EU’s Next Major Customs Reform On 11 December 2025, the European Commission confirmed a landmark update in its customs modernisation agenda. From 1 July 2026, all low-value e-commerce parcels (≤ €150) entering the EU will face a flat customs duty of €3 per item. This announcement marks […]
🚚 Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo 2025 – Industry Insight from NG-Terminal
November Highlights | Full Interview Now Live Inside the Supply Chain: Tariffs, Tech, Trade Risks & NG-Terminal’s Vision What does the future of UK logistics look like? At Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo 2025, our Business Development Manager Sam Wong sat down for an exclusive interview to share real-world insights from the frontline of […]