CMA CGM modifies its services between the Mediterranean and West Africa (EURAF 4) and between Brazil, East Africa and Southern Africa (SAMWAF). Effective end of June 2018 with m/v LETO, EURAF 4 operated with a fleet of 9 vessels up to 3,650 TEU will offer: A direct link connecting… Read More
The Government of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) has introduced a Verification of Conformity programme for all exports to the country. The commencement date of this new programme is now the 16th July 2018 (B/L Date). Exporters/Importers trading with the Ivory Coast will need to comply with the… Read More
July 8, 2018 ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Espousing love between their two countries, the leaders of longtime adversaries Ethiopia and Eritrea agreed Sunday to restore diplomatic relations after nearly 20 years and to open the border between their neighbouring Horn of Africa countries. Ethiopia’s reformist new Prime Minister… Read More
The second edition of the Ghana Shippers Awards came off Friday June 25, 2018 at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra with many shippers and providers of shipping services winning awards for their contributions to the growth of the maritime and logistics sector. A total of 63 awards were given… Read More
NOTICE TO ALL SHIPPING LINES AND TRADING PUBLIC The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) hereby informs importers that the Cargo Tracking Note (CTN) System takes effect from 1st July 2018. (Bill of Lading Date). For all shipments to Ghana (transit cargo included), Shippers/Exporters/Forwarders at the various Ports of Loading around… Read More
Dear Members, We send you a communication received from Hapag-LIoyd. ” Dear Customer, Please be advised that for all imports to Tanzania, Dar es Salaam – as Shipper you are kindly requested by TICTS to avoid nominating your consignments to the PMM ICD which is currently suspended by the… Read More
Dear Members, We send you a communication received from Hapag-LIoyd. ” Dear Customer, We would like to inform you about following notice as received from the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA): Quote This is to notify all shipping lines that containers destined to Mombasa for local clearance shall not… Read More
Please kindly be advised that the General Administration of Customs China (GACC) has issued Announcement No.56 [2017]to adjust the manifest rules of import and export in the country. The adjusted rules, to be effective on 1st June, 2018, will include the following key points for close attention in future documentation… Read More
Brasglobal Logistica and Transportes, member of ALN from Brazil, has sent us the following communication. Customs Mandatory Data – Tax ID and HS Code 23 May 2018 We would like inform that Indonesia customs implemented a new regulation, requiring… Read More
NOT MISS NEWS from Africa Logistics Network Group*! On 25 May 2018, a new European Privacy Regulation (GDPR) will enter into force. We’d like you to be aware of the choices you have and the control you can exercise on your data at https://www.africalogisticsnetwork.com and… Read More
Letter from fivestar Cargo Services Inc., member of ALN from Philippines. ” Good day, Please find attachment* of Advisory from Bureau of Customs (BOC) of the Philippines** and Offense and Penalties (Sec. 1412). Kindly notify… Read More
Aiswarya Lakshmi May 2, 2018 ” Hapag-Lloyd celebrated the official opening of its new office in Tema, the most important port city in Ghana. Beginning immediately, Hapag-Lloyd will manage all its activities in West Africa from this location. “I’m very pleased that our enhanced presence in West Africa… Read More