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Background
As a result of globalisation and privatisation,
the utilities industry - encompassing the electricity, gas and water
sectors - is swiftly changing. In Europe, we have seen the emergence
of European mega-utilities, where the markets will be dominated
by some six to eight major pan-European utility companies. An increase
in initial public offering (IPO) spin-offs of unregulated assets
in the United States followed by a rapid consolidation of those
companies is also predicted. Utilities also have opportunities to
create new value through diversification through telecommunications.
Customs and international trade issues
Many utilities import machinery and equipment
for construction and repair. However, they frequently fail to take
advantage of the many import relief's that exist for turnkey projects
involving the importation of capital machinery. Utilities are also
great users of fuel – again, there are a myriad of special
excise relief’s available.
Solutions to help you succeed
We can advise the most customs, excise
and freight efficient means of importing capital machinery, construction
and maintenance equipment. We have provided guidance manuals for
employees and agents of utility clients in regard to the permitted
use of rebated fuel.
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