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Mastering the art of wine imports, exports and cross trade – Q&A with Kukla UK’s EU Division

Continuing our series highlighting the names and faces behind the day-to-day work running and managing the operational teams that drive Kukla UK’s success, we take a look this month at our EU Division. With just two people, the number of countries covered by our specialist EUD team is greater than any other Kukla department. Chris […]

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JANUARY 2025 INFORMATION UPDATES

IN THE NEWS Safety and Security declarations – are you ready? From 31 January 2025, all EU imports into Great Britain will require Safety and Security declarations. You can find a full list of countries this will apply to on GOV.UK. Safety and Security declarations support the fight against illicit goods such as drugs and weapons entering the

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Kukla UK granted continuity with AEO status, reinforcing commitment to excellence

Kukla UK is celebrating a significant achievement as HMRC has granted us continuity as an Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) following our 3-year annual review. This prestigious certification highlights our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in supply chain security and customs compliance. AEO status is a mark of excellence awarded to businesses that prove their

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Kukla UK’s 2024 highlights and a look ahead to 2025

As we step into the exciting possibilities of 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we had last year! 2024 Highlights: – Engaging Q&A sessions featuring Steve Wood, our Managing Director at Kukla UK, offering invaluable insights into our industry’s dynamic landscape. – Our highly successful Direct Importing Masterclass, conducted by

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Testimonials for Chris Porter, Business Development Manager at Kukla, on his retirement

To commemorate the milestone of Chris Porter’s planned retirement at the end of the year, we reflect on his remarkable journey as one of our industry’s most cherished figures. After decades of dedicated service and commitment, Chris will retire from his role as Business Development Manager. However, as he said, this is A farewell but not

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Chris Porter: 40 years in the wine trade – A farewell but not goodbye!

Chris Porter, currently Business Development Manager at Kukla, began his working life in London in September 1979, in the warehouses of Rawlings Voight & Co, in Waterloo, before joining the family firm Porter & Laker Ltd (founded in 1878) in Kennington in 1980. Learning how to drive a forklift, repair broken pallets and make tea

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