Public Notice addressing implementation of Sea Cargo Manifest ...

Sea Cargo Stakeholders Must Complete Mandatory Registration Under SCMTR 2018 to Ensure Comprehensive Maritime Compliance Protocols

May 10, 2025

Circulars     Customs

Public Notice addressing implementation of Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations (SCMTR) highlights critical registration requirements for maritime stakeholders. The regulatory body mandates comprehensive registration for all sea cargo entities including shipping lines, freight forwarders, terminal operators, and custodians. Despite previous implementation efforts at nine sea ports, registration compliance remains suboptimal. The Commissioner of Customs emphasizes immediate mandatory registration under SCMTR, 2018, with detailed guidelines available through official digital platforms. Stakeholders are directed to complete registration processes promptly and report any implementation challenges to the customs office, with this notice serving as an official standing order for regulatory enforcement.

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