Notice to exporters 2017/18: new controls on export of inflatable boats and outboard motors to Libya
Published 26 July 2017
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On 17 July the Council of the European Union adopted new controls on the export and transit to Libya of certain boats and marine engines. These controls also apply to the provision of related technical assistance, brokering services, financing and financial assistance.
As a result, a licence is now required to supply these goods and related services to, or for use in, Libya.
EU member states will not grant a licence if they have reasonable grounds to believe that the item would be used for the smuggling of migrants and trafficking of human beings.
The new measures are contained in Council Decision (CFSP) 2017/1338 which amends Council Decision 2015/1333 and Council Regulation (EU) 2017/1325 amending Regulation (EU) 2016/44.
0.1 In-force date
The new controls came into force on 19 July. The Regulation contains the specific list of items subject to control.
0.2 Contact details
General queries about strategic export licensing
Export Control Joint Unit
Department for Business and Trade
Old Admiralty Building
Admiralty Place
London
SW1A 2DY
Email exportcontrol.help@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Telephone 020 7215 4594
More information on export controls is available on the ECO pages of the GOV.UK website, also the SPIRE export licensing database.
You can find:
- Notices to Exporters from September 2012 to July 2016 at the National Archives
- Notices to Exporters prior to September 2012 at the National Archives
This notice is for information only and has no force in law. If the information here applies to your business, we recommend you take appropriate action; including seeking legal advice if necessary.