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The Automated Manifest System (AMS): An Overview and Requirements for Shippers

MTS Logistics

The automated manifest system is an electronic system that is used to support cargo data such as departure, arrival, and release information between the actors of shipment when importing to the U.S. This system has modernized the maritime inventory system. bound and transit cargos must submit distinct data items (e.g.

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Industry bodies call for digitalisation to be accelerated in maritime sector

Shipping and Freight Resource

The statement also calls on all stakeholders to cooperate on the development of platforms for the exchange of data and “smart working” along the entire supply chain, backed up by capacity building initiatives including workforce training and the introduction of enhanced cybersecurity provisions.

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Combating Illicit Cargo

Logistics Business Magazine

The global maritime and transportation industries have long played a vital role in facilitating the movement of goods and people across borders, writes Captain Steve Bomgardner, VP Commercial Markets, Pole Star Global. Another common method involves counterfeiting cargo and vessel documents to disguise the true nature of shipments.

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CargoSmart to Simplify Shipping Documentation with New Blockchain Initiative

Logistics Manager

San Jose-based CargoSmart Limited , a provider of solutions that help shippers, consignees, logistics service providers, and NVOCCs manage their shipments throughout the supply chain has recently announced a new initiative to develop a blockchain solution for shipment documentation that will aim to improve the often complex supply chain processes.

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Advance Container Shipping Digitalisation

Logistics Business Magazine

The association was founded to accelerate digitalisation by streamlining and harmonising data standards, thereby creating an interoperable framework with reduced friction, cost and a better customer experience. DCSA standards aim to address needs such as paperless trade, cargo visibility, port call optimisation and equipment management.

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Anglo-Eastern Extends DNV GL’s Navigator Port Technology to Fleet

Logistics Manager

DNV GL’s Navigator Port software is used daily onboard several thousand ships worldwide for management of port documentation, assisting seafarers in navigating the administrative and regulatory complexity of port clearance and passage through controlled waters. In all, DNV GL says that paperwork can be reduced by up to 90%.

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What is a shipper’s letter of instructions and why is it important?

Globalior

One of the documents you may need when arranging a freight shipment to export goods abroad is the shipper’s letter of instructions. This document can be considered as a transport document. . Issuance of export documents. Exports from the United States always require the sender to issue this document.