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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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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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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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Supply Chain IoT Needs Blockchain to Fully Mature

IoT World Today

Manufacturers may ship their products across the globe, but they lack key data about shipment location and status as packages move from sea port to port. Maritime transport is essential to the world’s economy because more than 90% of the world’s trade is carried by sea. This lack of visibility is a costly handicap.

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Navigating Regulatory Shifts: Billing Updates in Per Diem Invoices

Blue Grace Logistics

On February 28th, 2024, The Federal Maritime Commission made a final ruling on Per Diem billing requirements, set to go into effect on May 28, 2024. This ruling will impact all individuals who are currently shipping ocean freight as it will adjust current practices for billing timeliness, the billed party and the documentation requirements.

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World Port Community Sets Priorities

Material Handling and Logistics

Optimizing ports calls through better use of data, standardization of procedures and digitalization will also create a win-win situation for shipping and ports.". Optimizing ports calls through better use of data, standardization of procedures and digitalization will also create a win-win situation for shipping and ports.".

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Role of Digital Logistics Intermediaries

Logistics Business Magazine

Digitalization of documents, as well as blockchain-based solutions for many responsibilities and functions, is one of the main boosters of that disruption. The main concept behind these digital services is the possibility of managing all the necessary documents and data with multiple parties in one single platform.