Happy Easter from Globelink Group

This Easter, we extend our heartfelt wishes to our valued clients, partners, and colleagues. May this season of renewal bring joy, prosperity, and new opportunities to all. Let’s continue to navigate the future together with strength and collaboration.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Easter!

European Union’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2)

As part of its enhanced security framework, the European Union (EU) has implemented Import Control System 2 (ICS2), created to collect data about all goods entering the EU prior to their arrival. Since 4 December 2024, all shipments entering, transhipping via, or remaining on board (FROB) in the European Union (EU) countries, Norway, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland, are required to comply with the ICS2 requirements. A range of mandatory and more detailed information about the goods being transported will need to be electronically submitted in the ICS2 system in the form of a complete Entry Summary Declaration (ENS).

Filing Responsibilities: 

Under the new ICS2 requirements, all freight forwarders and NVOCCs who issue HBL will have to do the complete ENS filing in the ICS2 system. 

As the master loader, Globelink will handle the ENS submission at the master level. For shipments co-loaded with us, freight forwarders acting as self-filers must provide their valid EORI number to Globelink. Once received, Globelink will proceed with the ENS submission at the HBL level and include the forwarder’s EORI number in the supplementary declarant field.

In parallel, freight forwarders will also be responsible for filing their own ENS for the lowest HBL level, using the actual shipper and consignee details.

This dual-level filing is mandatory for compliance with ICS2 requirements for affected shipments. 

To comply with ICS2 requirements, all House Bills of Lading (HBLs) must have ENS data submitted before the cut-off. The following details are required:

✔ A complete detailed commercial description of each item in the shipment

✔ 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for every item, providing a clear classification as per international trade standards.

✔ Full contact details of all parties involved in the transaction. This includes the full addresses of the seller, buyer, actual shipper (consignor) and actual consignee of the goods.

✔ The EORI number for all parties involved. The EORI number is a unique identifier required for businesses and individuals involved in trading with the EU.

Globelink Uniexco at the Fiesta de la Logistica de Valencia

On 7 March, Globelink Uniexco proudly participated in the Annual Logistics Party in Valencia, organized by Diario Del Puerto. This prestigious event gathered 12,500 logistics professionals, fostering valuable industry connections and collaboration.

The Globelink Uniexco team had a fantastic time networking with colleagues and industry leaders in a dynamic and engaging environment. The event provided a great platform to exchange insights, strengthen partnerships, and celebrate the growth of the global logistics sector.