Authorized Economic Operator (AEO)
Trusted and reliable - Hapag-Lloyd AG has become a certified AEO effective from July 25, 2008.
The creation of the AEO-Concept is one of the main elements of the security amendment of the Community Customs Code. It aims at heightening security along the international supply chain.
An AEO is a party involved in the international movement of goods. The national customs administration acknowledges him.
Hapag-Lloyd AG is holder of the AEO-Certificate Customs Simplifications / Security and Safety. The AEO-Status entitles us to benefits in the course of customs clearance.
Certification of Hapag-Lloyd European subsidiaries will follow at a later time.