Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, is pleased to announce its attendance at the second annual Import Export Show 2024, Stand 5. The combined one-day conference, exhibition and awards ceremony takes place on 3^rd December 2024 in central London, where members of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade and global trade thought leaders, decision- and policy makers, and solution providers will come together to discuss the critical themes that will shape the future of UK trade.

With many proven years of experience in providing technology solutions and consultancy to UK manufacturers, retailers and logistics partners involved in the realm of international trade, and over around 750 UK businesses using its customs declaration and compliance software, combined with its comprehensive, global solution suite for regulatory and customs compliance, Descartes is uniquely positioned to engage with delegates on themes including how to practically navigate upcoming trade changes in the UK and EU, and how technology solutions can automate and streamline processes and help ensure regulatory compliance.

Descartes’ UK & EU customs industry experts, Martin Meacock and Howard Marsh, who between them have nearly 70 years’ combined experience in international trade & logistics and customs & regulatory compliance, will be available on Stand 5 to showcase the Descartes’ solution suite and discuss Descartes’ vision for UK trade, how trade can drive business and economic growth, how technology can support businesses’ move from ‘local to global’, and how manufacturers and retailers can make the most of digital trade opportunities.

“We’re thrilled to be involved in the Import Export Show 2024. It is both an exciting and challenging time to be involved in international trade, with global trade opportunities needing to be weighed up against increasing regulatory compliance demands and geopolitical uncertainty,” said James Stafford, Sales Manager, Customs UK, Descartes Systems UK. “Descartes’ customs and regulatory compliance solutions are an integral part of helping UK businesses to thrive in this new and evolving world trade order.”