AIAG and PwC to Collaborate on Customs Trade Regulation and Practice Training

JOC Staff |
Southfield, Mich., October 26, 2009 — The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) have recently signed an agreement to offer AIAG customs & trade regulation and practice training and workshops in China.

The main areas of focus include:
HS Harmonized Tariff Schedule Overview
C-TPAT
China Customs Overview
Goods Valuation
China Free Trade Agreements
Handbook Management
Bonded Equipment
Bonded Zones in China
Resolving Disputes with Customs
Customs Broker Management

“We are committed to providing our member organizations with the tools and resources they need to manage the flow of goods across borders. Given the global nature of the automotive industry, it is imperative that we collaborate with organizations like PwC and their customs and trade specialists, to bring these types of important training courses and workshops to our members worldwide” said J. Scot Sharland, Executive Director, AIAG.

“PwC has an extensive expertise and resources in the area of customs and trade in China and understands the typical issues for the automotive industry, we trust PwC can provide a great service and support in this area for AIAG member companies and automotive industry in this region” said Yilong Chen, General Director of AIAG Asia Pacific Affairs and Chief Representative in China.

“Customs and international trade in China is complex. This is one of the most challenging issues in the supply chain, particularly for companies in the automotive industry who need to meet JIT requirements. However, we have seen and helped a number of our clients in building a planned and structured platform with the right resources assigned, which result in a reliable supply, customs duty cost savings as well as higher levels of customs compliance. We are delighted to share our experiences with AIAG member companies through these training courses and workshops so as to help them improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their supply chain” said Damon Paling, Partner of PwC Worldtrade Management Services in China

AIAG is a well-known and established industry association providing recommendations on critical issues in customs and supply chain management. Its goal is to drive awareness and implementation of industry best practices through education/training for the supply chain. As a result of this collaborative partnership, AIAG members in China will benefit from learning about international standards, guidelines and common practices in customs and trade regulations.

For more information on these training and workshop offerings, such as the schedules and venues, visit AIAG’s China Web site at www.aiag.org.cn.

About AIAG
AIAG is a unique not-for-profit organization where for more than 25 years, OEMs, suppliers, service providers, government and academia have worked collaboratively to drive cost and complexity from the supply chain via global standards development and harmonized business practices. AIAG membership has grown to include preeminent OEMs such as Caterpillar, Chrysler LLC, Daimler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda, Navistar International, Nissan, Toyota and many of their part suppliers and service providers. For more information, please visit the organization’s Web site at www.aiag.org.

About PricewaterhouseCoopers - Globally
PricewaterhouseCoopers (www.pwc.com) provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for its clients and their stakeholders. More than 155,000 people in 153 countries across their network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice. PricewaterhouseCoopers refers to the network of member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.

About PricewaterhouseCoopers - China, Hong Kong and Singapore
PricewaterhouseCoopers China, Hong Kong and Singapore operate on a combined basis, subject to local applicable laws. Taken together, they have more than 470 partners and a strength of 13,000 people.

The firm provides a wide range of services to help organizations solve business issues, identify and maximize opportunities. Their industry specialization enables them to identify trends and customize solutions for your sector of interest. Each line of service is staffed with highly qualified, experienced professionals and leaders in the profession. These resources, combined with the global network, allow them to provide the support you need wherever you may be located.

They are located in the following cities: Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Chongqing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Macau, Ningbo, Qingdao, Shenzhen, Suzhou, Tianjin, Xiamen and Xi'an.

China www.pwccn.com
Hong Kong www.pwchk.com
Singapore www.pwc.com/sg

About PricewaterhouseCoopers – Worldtrade Management Services
This is the customs and international trade advisory practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers. They have customs and trade experts in Hong Kong & Taiwan as well as teams in several locations in Mainland China (Beijing, Tianjin, Dalian, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen). The practice is comprised of specialists drawn from a variety of backgrounds, including ex-customs officers (both local and expatriate) with international experience, international trade lawyers, accountants, and individuals from the private sector who have experience in logistics, customs, and trade. By leveraging these resources, they provide a wide range of advice and services, including training and workshops, related to creating value, ensuring compliance, and managing risk in relation to the movement of goods into and out of Greater China.

PwC Customs www.pwccustoms.com