AMS (Automated Manifest System)
This initiative is introduced by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and is part of the Container Security Initiative (CSI) as a way to enhance international security and protect the global trading system by providing U.S. Customs with detailed descriptions of the contents of cargo before reaching the United States.
The Automated Manifest System (AMS) is a multi-modular cargo inventory control and release notification system. CrimsonLogic’s web-based AMS application interfaces directly with Customs and Border Protection. It for quick flow of cargo and entry processing and displays release authorization prior to arrival.
AMS Ocean (Sea AMS)
AMS Ocean allows participants to transmit manifest data electronically prior to vessel arrival. U.S. Customs can then determine in advance whether the merchandise merits examination or immediate release. Upon receiving notification from Customs, the carrier can make decisions on staging cargo and the importer can arrange for examination, release, and distribution of the merchandise. All of this can be accomplished before the vessel arrives.
Benefits of AMS Ocean
- Electronic cargo release days before vessel arrival.
- Electronic arrival of a vessel at each port of call.
- Amend, delete, or re-add bill of lading data electronically.
AMS Air
AMS Air allows carriers to "arrive" an in-bond shipment and to file in-bond, permit to proceed, and local transfers electronically. The carrier obtains notifications of releases, in-bond authorizations, general order, permit to proceed, and local transfer authorization upon flight departure or arrival from the last foreign port. Air waybill data can be transmitted in any sequence. AMS Air increases data reliability and electronic enforcement capability by standardizing the way the trade community and Customs communicate.
Benefits of AMS Air
- File and amend air waybills electronically.
- Communicate flight departures electronically.
- Receive cargo status notifications as soon as Customs is notified that the flight has departed from the last foreign port
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