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Middle East Crisis and Cargo Waiver: Why Documentation Has Become Strategic
In today’s geopolitical landscape, marked by ongoing tensions in the Middle East and increasing pressure on key maritime routes, global shipping flows are rapidly evolving. A growing volume of cargo from Asia is being rerouted or consolidated through Middle Eastern hubs before reaching West, Central, and East Africa. In this context, Cargo Waiver certificates (ECTN, […]
Continua a LeggereGhana SPN (Smart Port Note): Implementation Postponed Following Stakeholders Meeting
SHIPPERSDOC would like to provide an official update regarding the SPN – Smart Port Note (ECTN) for shipments destined to Ghana, following the latest communications issued by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA). After the initial announcement published on 23 December 2025, the SPN was scheduled to become mandatory as from 1 February 2026, based on […]
Continua a LeggereGHANA – Mandatory SPN (Smart Port Note)
According to the official circular issued by the Ghana Shippers’ Council on 23 December 2025, starting from 1 February 2026 all shipments destined to Ghana must be duly regularized with the SPN – Smart Port Note. The SPN is the ECTN / BESC required by Ghanaian local authorities and is mandatory for all maritime shipments, […]
Continua a LeggereSudan ACD 2026: Mandatory Advance Cargo Declaration Starting 01/01/2026
The Sudan ACD 2026 (Advance Cargo Declaration Sudan) will become mandatory starting January 1st, 2026, for all final import shipments and cargo in transit.This new requirement aims to increase cargo visibility, strengthen compliance, and improve customs procedures for all shipments moving to Sudan. What is the Sudan ACD 2026? The Sudan ACD 2026 is an […]
Continua a LeggereNew DU Format Angola – ARCCLA
Impact on ECTN and ARCCLA for Exports to Africa The Angolan authorities have confirmed — through MINDCOM communications dated 6 and 20 November 2025 — the adoption of the new DU (Documento Único Provisório – DU-P) format, as established by Decree-Law 126/20.This update changes the structure of the import license, an essential document for issuing […]
Continua a LeggereHow to Request an ECTN – BESC Certificate with SHIPPERSDOC
If You Need to Ship Goods to African Countries If you need to ship goods to African countries such as Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cameroon, Senegal, Benin, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and many others, it is essential to obtain the ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) or BESC (Bordereau Électronique de […]
Continua a LeggereSTREAMLINING TRADE IN AFRICA: THE IMPORTANCE OF ECTN, FERI, AND BESC
For exporters and importers engaged in trade with African countries, understanding the significance of cargo waiver certificates such as the Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN), Fiche Électronique des Renseignements à l’Importation (FERI), and Bordereau Électronique de Suivi de Cargaison (BESC) – ARCCLA is crucial. These certificates, also known as Loading Certificates or Waivers, are mandatory for […]
Continua a LeggereWhat is an ECTN?
The Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN) is a document requested by some West African countries to track and trace sea shipments.
Continua a LeggereWhat is an BIETC/BIC?
Most of West African Countries require the regularization of your shipment through a ECTN / BESC / WAIVER document.
Continua a LeggereARCCLA/CNCA/LC Angola
The Loading Certificate (LC) is a document requested by Angola authorities to track and trace sea shipments.
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