The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has released the final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards. The enhanced standards introduce beneficial cargo owners and forwarders to features that boost security, regulatory compliance and efficiency.
DCSA’s standards create a common framework for the container shipping industry, enhancing interoperability, efficiency, and communication.
The enhanced electronic Bill of Lading (eBL) now features a digital signature while more than 190 attributes have been added to the Shipping Instructions to support Import Control System 2 (ICS2), the new advance manifest requirement for all cargo moving to or through the EU, Norway, Switzerland or Northern Ireland.
Thomas Bagge, the CEO of DCSA, said: “We are thrilled to launch the final versions of our Booking and Bill of Lading standards, ensuring seamless data exchange across all industry participants. These advancements will not only cut costs through automation and reduced manual processing but also set the foundation for a more interoperable and efficient global shipping ecosystem.”
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