blue-belt-project

ESC challenges Blue Belt plan

The European Shippers’ Council (ESC) has broadly welcomed the Blue Belt project to reduce red tape on consignments moving by sea in Europe but points out that, if not implemented wisely, it could increase rather than reduce administrative burdens for ships operating within the European Union. The current proposal would only be acceptable for European shippers if changes are made on VAT at export. Currently, VAT is always returned by the ... [+]