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Consider the AMS (Automated Manifest System) and AAMS (Air AMS) concept under development in a number of countries, which is designed to create a higher level of security for incoming cargo.

AMS is a multi-modular cargo inventory control and release notification system; carriers, port authorities and freight forwarders can participate in AMS.  Here's how it works:

• The system interfaces directly with customs cargo-selectivity and in-bond systems, allowing faster identification and release of low-risk shipments.
• It speeds the flow of cargo and entry processing, and provides participants with electronic authorization to move cargo release prior to arrival.
• AMS reduces reliance on paper documents and speeds the processing of manifest and waybill data.
• Air AMS (AAMS) 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.

For further information, please contact your nearest Kuehne + Nagel office or email us at info.air@kuehne-nagel.com.