Starting 31 March 2024, import containers arriving at the port of Rotterdam from Latin America will exclusively be released through the Secure Chain, ensuring both security and reliability, says an article published on container news website.
Summary
- Introduction of the Secure Chain at the Port of Rotterdam from March 31, 2024, for exclusive release of import containers from Latin America, ensuring heightened security and reliability.
- The Secure Chain establishes a closed logistics system involving recognized and authorized parties to combat drug-related crimes in the port.
- Operational framework involves digital transfer of authorization for container collection at the terminal, eliminating PIN codes susceptible to abuse.
- Access to the terminal restricted to authorized inland operators exclusively linked through the Secure Chain.
- Participation of various stakeholders crucial for the effectiveness of the Secure Chain, including shipping lines, shippers, forwarders, inland operators, and terminals.
Introduction Of The Secure Chain
Beginning March 31, 2024, import containers arriving at the Port of Rotterdam from Latin America will undergo exclusive release through the Secure Chain, ensuring heightened security and reliability. This operational shift establishes a closed logistics system involving only recognized and authorized parties, as part of a collaborative effort between public and private sectors to combat drug-related crimes in the port.
Operational Framework
Within the Secure Chain framework, companies will digitally transfer authorization for container collection at the terminal, eliminating the use of PIN codes which are susceptible to abuse. Access to the terminal will be restricted to authorized inland operators exclusively linked through the Secure Chain.
Stakeholder Participation
The Secure Chain involves the participation of various stakeholders, including shipping lines or ship agents, shippers, forwarders, inland operators (truck, train, inland shipping), and terminals. Full participation of all entities within the logistics chain is crucial for the effectiveness of the Secure Chain.
Progressive Integration
Leading shipping lines such as CMA CGM, COSCO Shipping, Maersk, MSC, ONE, OOCL, and ZIM servicing Rotterdam from Latin America are progressively integrating their clients into the Secure Chain. HMM, Yang Ming, and soon Evergreen are already operational within the framework and will extend its implementation to other incoming deep-sea containers.
Collaborative Effort For Digital Resilience
The Secure Chain represents a collaborative effort between the business sector and authorities to bolster the digital resilience of port logistics operations, particularly focusing on secure and reliable release and collection of import containers. Operating primarily through Portbase’s Port Community System, the Secure Chain integrates an additional authorization layer onto existing digital services, facilitating secure transfer of authorization and enhancing operational efficiency through data reuse and comprehensive visibility into container status and scheduling.
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