The new service Clearance NCTS Export Containers is live. Container terminals can now easily release NCTS documents for outgoing cargo (T1 and T2) electronically at Customs. Truck drivers no longer need to make a stop to hand over this document at participating terminals. The same is true for containers on trains and barges. It is sufficient for the exporter or forwarder to electronically pre-notify the NCTS document using the service Notification Export Documentation.
As a result, all parties are able to work more efficiently and traffic flow at the terminal is significantly improved. Moreover, the electronic procedure prevents mismatches between the terminal and the Customs system. Exporters and forwarders can always be sure that their document will be handled correctly.
RWG 1st participant
Clearance NCTS Export Containers is an addition to the service Notification Export Documentation which has been designed especially for container terminals. Participants also require the Customs permit Authorised Consignee. Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) on Maasvlakte 2 is the first deep-sea terminal already using the service in practice.
Public Affairs & Communications Manager Niels Dekker: “For RWG, the service Clearance NCTS Export Containers is an important next step in achieving a Customs-free terminal. In this way, we are also establishing efficient and reliable handling for this flow.”
Delineation
The electronic procedure applies specifically to NCTS documents released at Customs in Rotterdam (code RT1 and RT2). For transit NCTS cargo released at a Customs office in another EU country (code TT1 and TT2), a paper document will still be required.
More information
If you would like to know more about the service Clearance NCTS Export Containers, Nils Minor, Sales Manager at Portbase, will be pleased to help. You can reach him on T +31 (0)88 625 25 14 and E n.minor@portbase.com.
