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Shipping Incoterms

The term “Incoterms” is an abbreviation for International Commercial Terms.  The terms are used in international commercial transactions. The terms were created in 1936 by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), based in Paris France to standardize a general set of rules and terms for international trade. Prior to the establishment of Incoterms, misunderstanding occurred due to the different trade terms and different countries interpretations. They established a standard set of rules between the sellers and buyers in commercial transactions. Since the origin of Incoterms, the rules have been updated several times to account for changes in international trade. Most

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ECTN Electronic Cargo Tracking Note

The Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN) is an important document for all cargoes shipping to applicable African countries, providing crucial information on cargo before it arrives at the discharge port. This document plays a pivotal role in helping authorities in verifying the legality and duty of the cargo, ensuring that all regulations and laws are adhered to. Improved Cargo Tracking Before the beginning of the ECTN system in participating countries, authorities had limited knowledge of arriving cargo until reading of the vessel’s papers upon arrival. The system has, therefore, been a significant improvement in the shipping industry, providing advanced information

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AfricaCTN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [04-10-2023] Contact: AfricaCTN Telephone: +1 281-477-3233 Email: info@africactn.com Website: https://africactn.com NEW AfricaCTN.com: Your Online Destination for Cargo Tracking Notes AfricaCTN Houston, TX, 04-10-2023 – In the fast-paced cargo shipping world, innovation and advancements are necessary for a business to stay competitive. We are proud to announce the launch of AfricaCTN.com, your online destination that is set to redefine the CTN landscape. New Projects Coming Soon At AfricaCTN, we understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve. We have a range of exciting new projects in the pipeline that will launch soon, including our CTN Dashboard and

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