The Global Trade and Customs Journal (GTCJ) is pleased to publish special focus articles on the ongoing EU Customs reform process。 The articles in this Issue provide a rich overview, and are just the beginning。 This multi-year reform effort will continue to generate questions and challenges for practitioners。 And it is influencing developments in other jurisdictions, including Brazil and Australia。 We are grateful to all the contributors for their analysis。 I would like to extend a special thank you to Michael Lux, a valuable member of the GTCJ Editorial Board。 This Issue wouldn't have happened but for his vision and leadership。