Certainty in customs matters: our new “one brand” strategy.

Thu, January 30, 2020
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Gaston Schul has launched a new corporate website, www.gaston-schul.com, as part of its rebranding campaign to emphasize the positioning of full-service customs agent.

Last year, we introduced a consulting branch, innovation centre and academy to be a full-service partner for all customs matters. Today, we are happily taking it a step further. As of 2020, all our offices throughout Europe operate under one name: Gaston Schul.

Having the same name and branding supports our position as one of Europe’s leading customs specialists. Our focus: to unburden shippers & carriers from all customs formalities and to exploit business opportunities in relation to international trade. With a clear objective, motivated people and an innovative approach. We refer to that as ‘certainty in customs matters’.

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