New Vaping Products Duty comes into effect
1st October 2026
Today (1st October 2026) marks the introduction of the UK’s new Vaping Products Duty (VPD), bringing a new excise duty on vaping liquids sold in the UK.
Today (1st October 2026) marks the introduction of the UK’s new Vaping Products Duty (VPD), bringing a new excise duty on vaping liquids sold in the UK.
A £35m+ skincare business run by a team of just 18 has revealed how a nearly 20-year third-party logistics partnership with Europa Worldwide Group (EWG) has helped it scale distribution to major UK retailers and expand across Europe.
HMRC have shared an update on the changes that have been made in relation to the Alcohol Tobacco Warrant Declaration (ATWD) system to remove WOWGR functionality and associated validation.
An update on Due Diligence, WOWGR and Excise Movement Guarantees.
Forth Ports has welcomed 20 new apprentices and graduates across its UK-wide business, creating rewarding career opportunities in the ports, logistics and maritime sectors while developing the skilled workforce needed to support global trade and long-term growth.
Pilots across North America, Continental Europe and the UK & Ireland set foundation for rollout in 2027.
Bidfood has marked the third anniversary of its Open Doors Programme, celebrating 33 innovative food and drink suppliers it has introduced into the wholesale market.
With SMEs accounting for 98.8% of businesses in food and drink manufacturing1, Open Doors has played a pivotal role in raising brand awareness, growing from a meaningful platform into a thriving community of entrepreneurial food and drink businesses.
DHL is expanding its global battery logistics network to support the rapid growth of the electrified value chain, spanning electric mobility, battery manufacturing, industrial equipment, and energy storage systems.
As highlighted in HMRC’s recent press notice, Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme (VDS) will come into effect from 1 October 2026. Businesses across the vaping supply chain should ensure they are prepared for the new requirements.
Excise Policy (Goods movement and Storage) team/ HMRC would like to clarify how these changes apply to businesses operating authorised export shops.
Independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group (EWG) is strengthening its Board with two senior technology appointments, putting software development and IT at Board level as it advances its ambition to operate as a technology-led logistics business.
HMRC is running this webinar on Thursday 24 September, 1:45PM – 2:45PM.
HMRC are sharing the fifth in their series of live webinars, to prepare you for the next phase of the Trader Support Service. Please note that prior registration is required and you will need to add this event to your diary.