Rob set up ITS in 2001, having previously spent eight years in Andersen’s International Trade & Customs practice. When he left Andersen’s, Robert was one of the most experienced managers in this field in the UK practice, having worked with a wide range of clients, including large multinationals/manufacturing companies on all aspects of customs planning. This experience provides Rob with a deep insight into best practice employed by companies in the customs area and a clear understanding of the pitfalls to avoid when implementing planning.
Working closely with professionals from supply chain, tax and legal functions gives Rob a good appreciation of how the customs issues inter-relate with other aspects of business.
Prior to entering into customs consultancy, Rob successfully completed a law degree and the Law Society final examination. This background provides a sound basis for understanding and interpreting customs law and how it impacts on other areas such as contract, intellectual property protection etc.
"Rob explains clearly, and gets on with people. He isvery constructive and pragmatic. His loyalty to thereds is admirable, if misguided. One of my favouriteScousers!"
Nick Mallett, Partner DHM Stallard
"ITSs broad knowledge of Customs has proved invaluable"
D. Widdowson, Director of Financial Accounting Croda Chemicals Europe Ltd
"I have worked with Rob on sticky HMRC issues. As wellas direct assistance, Rob has provided excellenttraining for operational staff. I recommend ITS."
G. Mitchell, Senior Operations Manager EPSON
"ITS helped us to reach a successful conclusion when HMCustoms tried to reject our proposed changes by usingtechnicalities."
D. Suddens, Finance Manager Blanc Aero Industries UK Ltd
"Rob has provided customs advice on many occasions,always demonstrating deep knowledge of his subject tohelp the business mitigate its duty liabilities."
Stuart Reid, Financial Director Komatsu UK
"ITS have highlighted significant cost savingopportunities."
CW Winter, Financial Controller Special Metals Wiggin Ltd.
"ITSs experience and knowledge has ensured projectswere completed with a favorable result."
Rob set up ITS in 2001, having previously spent eight years in Andersen’s International Trade & Customs practice. When he left Andersen’s, Robert was one of the most experienced managers in this field in the UK practice, having worked with a wide range of clients, including large multinationals/manufacturing companies on all aspects of customs planning.