Derby is one of the UK's most important industrial centres — home to the global headquarters of Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace, the Toyota UK Manufacturing plant in Burnaston (5 miles from Derby) and the Alstom (formerly Bombardier) train factory — the UK's largest rolling stock manufacturer. Polish companies exporting aerospace components, crankshafts, castings and machined surfaces to Derby use Easy Clearance's services. The A38, A52 and M1 (Junction 25) motorway links provide efficient logistics for JIT deliveries.
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Our customs services for Derby and Midlands industry
- Import of industrial components: Aerospace (HS 8803), automotive (HS 87), rail. Range: £45–150
- Export from Poland to the UK: EX1 + CoC + CoO + material certificates. Range: £45–120
- T1 Transit: Customs transit for industrial consignments. Range: £200–500
- ENS (Entry Summary Declaration): Declaration before arrival. Range: £25–50
- GMR / GVMS: GMR number for lorries. Range: £15–30
The ranges shown are indicative — an exact quote is provided once documents are submitted.
Derby — the UK's industrial heart: Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Alstom
Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace has its global headquarters in Derby and manufactures Trent aero engines here. Precision Polish factories export aerospace components to Derby that require special documentation: a Certificate of Conformity (CoC), Certificate of Origin (CoO) and material certificates. We are familiar with these requirements and prepare full customs documentation for shipments to the aerospace sector.
Toyota UK Manufacturing in Burnaston (5 miles from Derby) imports thousands of components from Polish plants, including Toyota Motor Poland. We handle JIT deliveries for the automotive industry — documents ready before the lorry crosses the border. Alstom (formerly Bombardier) in Derby manufactures trains for the UK rail network — another industry branch for which we handle imports of components from Poland.
Logistics and transport for Derby businesses
East Midlands Airport (EMA), around 25 minutes from Derby, is one of the UK's largest cargo hubs. UPS, DHL and FedEx operate out of EMA — an excellent option for urgent B2B component deliveries. For road transport from Poland: M1 Junction 25 provides direct access to the motorway network. Regular ro-ro connections from the Netherlands and Germany via Hull (M1 North) are an alternative for deliveries from Central Europe.
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Customs Agency Derby — clearance for East Midlands industry
Derby has an exceptionally strong industrial profile: Rolls-Royce Aerospace, Alstom (Bombardier), Toyota UK nearby in Burnaston — a steady flow of high-value components to and from Europe, including from Polish sub-suppliers. Logistically, Derby uses Immingham (around 120 km via A38/M180) for industrial cargo and Felixstowe for containers. Shipments to Poland often go out via Immingham–Rotterdam (24–36 hours to Polish plants).
- Clearance of industrial and aerospace components — CDS declarations for precision parts (CN 88, 84)
- ECJU export control and dual-use — verification of OGEL/SIEL licences
- Imports from Polish sub-suppliers — coordinating JIT deliveries with no downtime
- EORI, AEO and guarantees — AEO status speeding up clearance
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle the export of aerospace components from Polish factories to Rolls-Royce Derby?
Yes, aerospace components (HS 8803) require special documentation: CoC (Certificate of Conformity), CoO (Certificate of Origin) and material certificates. We are familiar with these requirements.
Does Toyota UK Derby import from Poland?
Toyota Burnaston imports thousands of components from Polish manufacturing plants (including Toyota Motor Poland). We handle JIT deliveries for the automotive industry.
What certificates are required for rail components (Alstom)?
Components for rail vehicles require IRIS (International Railway Industry Standard) certification and EN/BS standards. Easy Clearance handles the customs side; technical certification is the manufacturer's responsibility.
Is East Midlands Airport a good option for urgent components for Derby?
Yes, East Midlands Airport (EMA) is 25 minutes from Derby and one of the UK's largest cargo hubs. UPS, DHL and FedEx operate from EMA — ideal for urgent B2B deliveries.
How much does clearance of industrial components from Poland to Derby cost?
Import clearance: £45-150. Industrial components generally don't require special certificates (aside from aerospace) — standard customs clearance applies.
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