DSV’s Nick Beauchamp appointed Vice Chair for the Customs Policy Group at BIFA

DSV’s Nick Beauchamp, Director of Global Customs has been elected as the new Vice Chair for the Customs Policy Group at BIFA (The British International Freight Association.)

Nick has been a member of the key Policy Group since 2019, providing an active role in significant discussions and connecting with the government during this period. Nick has worked at DSV for 10 years, currently, Director of Global Customs engaged in the DSV digital transformation programme and maintains a wealth of experience within the sector.

Previously Director of Customs and Security for the UK and Ireland in DSV. Nick’s background comprises the management of Customs compliance, security and procedures, liaising with colleagues and customers alike to ensure that there are no complications in the supply chain.

Customs and excise procedures can be quite complex, warehousing procedures, authority paperwork and export controls are just a few of the main areas of expertise for Nick, who was delighted to be appointed to the new role at BIFA.

Nick commented, “I have been a member of BIFA for many years, liaising with industry members as the changes in customs and excise requirements evolve year on year. It is an honour to be part of the BIFA Customs Policy Group and I look forward to contributing alongside the BIFA members, HMRC and other government departments.”

The BIFA Customs Policy Group meets four times per year and comprises members of the secretariat, representatives from BIFA member companies and invited speakers from HMRC and other relevant government departments and organisations.