Brad Ashton is a Partner in WTS UK’s Customs and Global Trade practice, specialising in customs, international trade and excise.

Brad advises UK, EU and international clients on customs, international trade and excise strategy, with a focus on practical compliance solutions. His clients span manufacturing, aerospace, technology and consumer electronics, retail, alcoholic drinks and pharmaceuticals.

Brad has more than 35 years’ experience in the field. Before joining WTS UK, he spent 10 years at RSM, where he built the firm’s customs capability. Prior to that, he ran his own practice, following a Big Four career in the UK during which he led two of the most successful trade and customs teams in the country.

Brad has led and worked on international customs projects across the EU and beyond.