# Border Controls Could Slow Goods Flow Between UK and EU **Category:** Regulatory | **Source:** Frachtportal Redaktion | **Published:** 2026-07-09 | **Updated:** 2026-09-12 **Tags:** Hafen Dover, EES, EU-Einreisesystem, Grossbritannien, Grenzkontrolle, Seefracht, Strassengüterverkehr, Lieferkette, Zoll, Fährverkehr, Logistik News, Transport News, Fracht News, Speditions News, Supply Chain News, Zoll News, Frachtportal News, Digitalisierung > The Port of Dover warns of potential traffic disruptions due to the new EU entry system EES. In particular, goods traffic between Great Britain and the EU could be affected. --- **Port of Dover warns of risks from new EU entry system EES** The Port of Dover is raising the alarm. According to the port authority's assessment, the introduction of the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) could lead to significant delays at one of the most important freight corridors between the United Kingdom and the European Union. The Entry/Exit System (EES) is designed to digitally record the entry and exit of third-country nationals. For passenger traffic, this means additional controls. Since passenger and freight traffic at the Port of Dover share the same infrastructure, waiting times could quickly affect the entire traffic flow. Dover is one of the most important transshipment points for trade between the United Kingdom and mainland Europe. Thousands of trucks pass through the port daily on their way to France or in the opposite direction. Even short delays can have impacts throughout the entire supply chain. Particularly time-critical shipments, including perishables, foodstuffs, and just-in-time deliveries, are sensitive to extended waiting times. Freight forwarders and logistics service providers are therefore closely monitoring the system's introduction and examining possible adjustments to transport planning and dispatch procedures. The port authority is therefore calling for practical procedures to ensure that additional border controls do not become a bottleneck in freight traffic. Industry associations are also warning that longer processing times could compromise the reliability of international transport chains. --- For freight forwarders, transporters, and shippers, this development remains particularly important. Companies operating transports across the English Channel should plan additional time buffers and continuously adjust their transport planning. Digital shipment tracking and close coordination with customers and drivers can help mitigate the impacts of potential delays. --- Port of Dover warns of delays due to the new EU entry system EES. Passenger traffic and freight traffic use the same infrastructure at Port of Dover. Even short waiting times can impact international freight movement. Time-critical shipments are particularly affected by delays. 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