Luka Koper receives AEO Certificate
Slovenian port operator Luka Koper is given Authorised Economic Operator status
The Slovenian port operator Luka Koper, d.d. acquired an AEO certificate, thereby gaining Authorised Economic Operator status. AEO certification testifies to the fact that the Luka Koper customs zone is a safe area for cargo transport via the Port of Koper. The port zone is equipped with an efficient security system and complies with customs regulations and standards. Apart from managing the free zone Luka Koper provides port and logistics services in the Port of Koper. Their major inland markets are, in addition to Slovenia, also Austria, Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Bavaria, Poland and the countries of the former Yugoslavia. Provision of higher security in the supply chain was first implemented in the USA following the terrorist attacks of 11th September 2001. The American practise was afterwards also introduced in the EU. The regulations mainly relate to the enhancement of security at the EU’s external borders and, by means of the application of information technology facilitate the more rapid flow of goods through simplified customs procedures. The AEO certificate is also relevant from a commercial perspective due to the fact that it confirms the quality of port services. Quelle: LogEastics |