CustomsLink vs Gaston Schul Customs Technology

CustomsLink provides businesses with digital customs clearance and border documentation through self-service and managed services. Its declarations cover import and export, safety and security, and goods movement. Self-service customers can prepare import and export entries step by step on the online platform, with support available seven days a week. Managed Customs customers send commercial documents to the team, which handles the customs work and additional formalities. The Haulier Border Toolkit supports ENS and EXS declarations, port passes such as GMR, PBN, ELO and Portbase, and MUCRs. Platform tools include supply-chain collaboration with managed access rights, real-time declaration tracking, an audit trail, document archiving, reporting and declaration replication. API integration is available, specified for high-volume Haulier Border Toolkit customers. Self-service training includes a Microsoft Teams session for up to five people. CustomsLink says it serves businesses in the UK, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and EU, from sole traders to large enterprises. Export and import entry prices require an enquiry; TAD transit pricing includes TAD, and a trader guarantee is needed.

Gaston Schul Customs Technology connects ERP, TMS, and WMS systems with customs operations and authorities. It processes declaration data and gives businesses a shared view across markets as part of Gaston Schul’s customs service; the company says there is no separate software licence to buy. Connections can use API, EDI, or SFTP, while portal uploads and email submissions are also supported. AI-assisted extraction enriches and validates data before filing, with experts addressing gaps. The Digital Portal shows declaration status, handles document exchange, provides alerts, and keeps a searchable archive. It accepts CSV, XML, PDF, and Excel files. Customers own their customs data and can export CSV or raw data on demand. Alerts cover sanctions, CBAM, EUDR, and other regulatory triggers. Gaston Schul says its teams cover 14 European markets, with an alliance network extending further. The company is based in Venlo and was founded in 1845. Pricing is on request.