Export Controls Made Understandable
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Regulatory Updates
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UK / US / EU alignment continues tightening. Authorities are refining the definition of ownership and control to capture indirect influence and layered corporate structures. For exporters and service providers, this means: Due‑diligence depth now matters more than percentage thresholds. Historic obligations under prior contracts may qualify for licensing relief, but only with documented evidence. OFSI licence notices are shifting to email‑based communication — ensure your compliance inbox is monitored daily. Practical takeaway: Review any entity relationships that rely on “minority shareholding” exemptions; regulators are increasingly treating effective influence as control.
Technology transfers are now the primary focus of regulators. Both BIS and the UK ECJU have increased scrutiny on how engineering teams share controlled information inside collaborative R&D, joint ventures, and remote‑support environments. The shift is subtle but significant: Shared platforms (Teams, SharePoint, cloud drives) are being treated as potential export events. Remote access to controlled systems is now a licensing question, not an IT question. Mixed‑origin components are drawing more attention, especially where US‑origin content is embedded in EU/UK products. Practical takeaway: Review any workflow where engineers, suppliers, or partners access controlled data without a documented technical‑characteristics check. Regulators are treating “informal access” as a compliance gap.
The biggest risks in 2026 aren’t new rules — they’re unnoticed behaviours. Across audits and rapid assessments this year, three patterns continue to surface inside engineering, sales, and supply‑chain teams: Hidden exports created by routine workflows (screen‑shares, file‑sharing, remote troubleshooting). Weak product characterisation, where teams rely on part numbers or supplier descriptions instead of technical characteristics. Unchecked supplier claims, especially where declarations are copied forward without verification. Practical takeaway: If a process relies on assumptions rather than evidence, it’s a risk. Build a simple “show me” step into your workflow — one documented check that confirms what you think you know.
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A consultancy built on years of defence‑grade compliance experience
combining technical precision with human insight
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Founded by RAF veteran Jeff Gunn — 37+ years in compliance, risk, and export controls. PCQI, MIExCP‑qualified specialist
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Trusted by defence manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, chambers of commerce, and logistics networks..
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Specialists in ITAR, EAR, and sanctions interpretation.
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Known for regulator‑defensible clarity and practical decision support.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
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