How far in advance of loading can marine carriers and freight forwarders transmit primary and supplementary cargo reports?
A 8. The carrier report and all supplementary reports must always be transmitted at least 24-hours prior to loading of the goods but can be transmitted as early as the information is available. Carriers must ensure that there is sufficient time for freight forwarders to transmit their data 24-hours in advance of loading. When a supplementary report is applicable, the Estimated Date and Time of Loading (EDTL) is mandatory. The will complete the risk assessment process and notify the carrier of any Holds by the EDTL. If a supplementary report is not applicable the EDTL is not mandatory. The will guarantee that the risk assessment process will be completed within 24-hours of transmission.
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