A NORWEGIAN multinational classification group has developed an online resource to reassure staff and customers about its post-Brexit operations.
DNV GL, whose interests include the oil and shipping sectors, has a presence in most of the 27 countries that will remain in the EU, which it said enabled it to be “very flexible” in servicing its client base.
Hari Vamadevan, the company’s UK country chair, said: “The UK is undoubtedly an attractive destination for business and talent.
“We have been closely following the Brexit negotiations and as the UK nears departure from the EU, it is how the Government and businesses adapt and respond to the changes that will shape the UK’s future economic strength and success.
“Continuity of care for our customers and employees is of paramount importance to us ... these arrangements were in place prior to Brexit and ensure DNV GL is well placed to provide a seamless service following the UK’s exit from the European Union.”
A priority for the company was helping employees who are EU nationals employed in the UK to obtain “settled status”.
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DNV GL said: “While there is a clear intent from the UK Government to allow all those EU nationals that have arrived prior to ‘a date’ to have ‘settled status’, unfortunately, there is some uncertainty around this date and qualifying period.
“In the event of a no deal, it is likely that the date for qualification will be April 1, 2019. DNV GL will assist all current EU nationals employed in the UK to obtain settled status.
“A lower level impact … will be the need for UK nationals to obtain visas to travel to EU countries, although this may be negated by last minute waivers.
“Travel or residency in the EU by UK nationals is dependent on the individual EU state arrangements post-Brexit.”
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