The World Customs Organization (WCO) recently released the 2017 Edition of the WCO Compendium of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programs, based on data available as of April 2017. The AEO Compendium provides insight into the types of Supply Chain Security and Customs Compliance programs that are currently available and those in development globally.
The 2017 Edition of the AEO Compendium identifies:
- 73 operational AEO programs and 17 AEOs that are to be launched
- 44 + 3 (China Taipei) Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) and 42 + 4 MRAs being negotiated
- 29 Operational Customs Compliance programs and 3 Customs Compliance programs to be launched
In addition, the Compendium also includes a short overview of respective AEO program accreditation procedures and benefits.
The Compendium can be accessed at:
