New Customs and Tariff Training Course Launched to Support Exporting SMEs

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) and Enterprise Ireland (EI) are delighted to announce a new unique training partnership, focused on supporting companies to build their exporting capabilities. 

The courses, which are conducted by industry leading experts and trainers, are designed to help companies navigate the complex challenges of the current export trading environment, and will enable Enterprise Ireland companies access a range of IEA courses at a reduced rate. 

These courses will help exporting businesses build and enhance their exporting capabilities, and support them to get a better understanding of addressing the challenges presented by new tariff and customs regulations.

Course Highlights include:

• Understanding Customs Regulations: Participants will learn the latest customs procedures and regulations to avoid delays and penalties.
• Tariff Management: The course will provide strategies to manage tariffs effectively and reduce costs.
• Practical Insights: Industry experts will offer practical insights to streamline import/export processes.
• Interactive Sessions: Attendees will engage in interactive sessions and case studies to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.

Commenting at the announcement, Simon McKeever, CEO of the IEA, said, "We are pleased to partner with Enterprise Ireland on this important initiative. The global trading landscape has undergone dramatic changes and continues to evolve at a rapid pace. These tailored courses are designed to give exporters the crucial technical know-how and practical tips they need to handle the challenges of today’s market.”   

Jonathan McMillan, Head of the Trade and Tariffs Response Working Group, Enterprise Ireland said: “There is little doubt that the global trading situation has shifted for many companies. Irish businesses need to identify and prioritise key actions they can implement, in order to mitigate against any potential risks and take advantage of new market opportunities. Engaging in courses like these will support companies to build their core trading capabilities, strengthen their strategic plans and grow international trade.”

Who Should Attend:

• Business owners and managers
• Import/export coordinators
• Compliance officers
• Anyone involved in international trade

Benefits of Attending:

• Stay updated with the latest changes in customs and tariff regulations
• Improve business efficiency and competitiveness
• Network with industry professionals and peers
• Receive a certificate of completion

For more information or to register for the course, please visit our CustomsCourses website or contact training@irishexporters.ie

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About the Irish Exporters Association

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) is the main independent body representing exporters in Ireland. It supports exporters and supply chain operators nationwide, working at regional, national, and European levels. The IEA advocates for its members to create a regulatory framework that promotes Irish exports.

We help our members expand their exports to global markets and foster the growth of all exporting businesses in Ireland. We offer a range of relevant services and products to assist with international trade.

The IEA represents all types of companies in the export industry, from SMEs starting to export to global multinationals already exporting extensively from Ireland, as well as key service providers to the sector.

The IEA connects Irish exporters, offering practical knowledge and support across Ireland and in foreign markets.

About Enterprise Ireland

Enterprise Ireland is the Irish government’s trade and innovation agency, responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in global markets, working with over 4,000 Irish-owned businesses to support them to start, compete, scale and connect.

Enterprise Ireland has a network of 42 offices around the world, supporting companies who employed a record 234,454 people in towns and communities across Ireland last year, and recorded €34.57bn in exports in 2023.

Enterprise Ireland’s new five-year strategy, ‘Delivering for Ireland, Leading Globally (2025-2029)’, outlines the organisation’s aims and ambitions for the Irish enterprise base and its purpose to ‘Accelerate Sustainable Irish Business’, now and into the future. 

Its ambition over the next five years is to support Irish exporting companies to make an even greater contribution to the Irish economy, through international growth and nationwide employment, with the long-term ambition that exporting Irish companies become the primary driver of the Irish economy.