The implementation of Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations (SCMTR) across India marks a transformative step in the maritime industry, bringing in a new era of digital documentation. The regulations, confirmed by the Commissioner of Customs, now mandate all shipping lines and vessel operators to comply with new digital submission protocols for cargo operations at Indian ports.
Under these newly enacted regulations, the submission of the Sea Arrival Manifest (SAM) before vessel arrival and Sea Entry Inward (SEI) post-arrival has become mandatory, marking a significant advancement in India’s maritime trade documentation processes. Industry stakeholders are now actively implementing digital solutions to meet these requirements, which are designed to enhance transparency and efficiency in cargo handling processes.
The automation of manifest submissions and digital documentation represents a significant advancement in streamlining maritime operations, improving both processing times and accuracy. ODeX’s SCMTR module supports this transition with essential functionalities, including Cargo Sequence Number (CSN) generation, streamlined House Bill of Lading (HBL) requests, and accurate manifest submissions. The solution is actively deployed across major ports, including Tuticorin, Visakhapatnam, Ennore, Kattupalli, Cochin, Marmagoa, Kandla, Mumbai, and Mangalore, ensuring standardized digital documentation processes throughout India’s key maritime gateways.
Key steps in the SCMTR transition include the digital submission of cargo manifests, integration with customs systems, standardized documentation formats, and enhanced data validation processes.
