May 20 – Europe 101 Series – EU Exports, Dual Use and Military Controls
Managing EU Export Control compliance from outside the European Union. Basic structure and procedures – risks and common pitfalls !
For teams implementing, managing or reviewing EU compliance.
A practical introduction presented by John Grayston, Grayston & Company, Brussels.
Tuesday, 20 May, 2026 – 16:00 CET / 15:00 BST / 7:00 PDT / 9:00 CDT / 10:00 EDT
75 minutes
Export controls are complex and high-risk. In addition to risk of administrative or criminal sanctions, errors lead to shipment delays, financial penalties, reputational damage, and regulatory exposure.
This session will provide a clear, practical framework for compliance with EU (and UK) dual use and military controls.
This is a practical structured, experience-based walkthrough of how export controls work in practice from the EU and UK, and what responsible teams need to have in place.
What we will cover
· Understanding what you are actually exporting
· Which export controls apply
· Classification and dual-use considerations
· Licensing requirements
· Working with customs brokers
· Identifying and managing risk
· End-use and end-user checks
· Common operational mistakes
· First steps to build a basic compliance approach
Speaker:
John Grayston has practised EU law in Brussels for more than 25 years and is a recognised expert in customs, international trade, export controls and sanctions.
He is the founder of Grayston & Company, advising international clients on EU regulatory, trade and commercial matters through a network of specialist advisors across key EU jurisdictions.
His work includes EU customs law, export control compliance (including US extra-territorial regimes such as ITAR and EAR), international trade law, and the commercial impact of Brexit on trade and logistics.
Follow the link below to register today:
https://eurocentrumconsultants.com/webinars/eu-101-export-controls/