A beginner’s guide to import regulations for the Middle East Thinking of exporting to Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kurdistan, Lebanon, Kuwait, Qatar and/or Syria? Then it’s important to be aware that these Middle Eastern countries operate mandatory Conformity Assessment Programmes and that there are strict import regulations for the Middle East to consider. Implemented to ensure…
SASO – Energy Efficiency Requirements for Lighting Products and Lamps Since 1st August 2016, Saudi Arabian Customs has required importers of lighting products and lamps to carry a compliant Energy Efficient Label (EEL) before entry to the country is granted. This is part of the of the new 2016 Saudi Standards Metrology and Quality Organization…
SASO Refresher for White Goods Exporters Since April 2010, Saudi Arabia has mandated that air conditioners, washing machines, fridges and freezers being imported must comply to a strict set of energy efficient standards. Known as SASO Energy Efficient Labelling. But…did you know that these products must now meet a minimum star rating as well? Understanding the…
When speed is of the essence: Export compliance to Saudi Arabia has never been quicker for this international business EnerSys is the global leader in batteries, chargers and accessories for motive, reserve, aerospace and defence applications. XDS Solutions has been providing fully managed export compliance services to the business’s Saudi Arabian and Nigerian export teams…
The Middle East. Mastered Newbreed Freight Limited is a British firm specialising in bespoke customer freight movements via air, sea and road. For them, simple, straightforward customs clearance into export markets is vital. XDS Solutions has been providing fully managed export compliance services to the business since January 2014. We recently spoke to Adrian Bird, Logistics…