Trade Tech Progresses Toward Compliance with UAE's Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Info (MPCI) Program
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SEATTLE - Washingtoner -- Trade Tech, a global logistics platform, is working toward compliance with the UAE's Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) Program, effective July 2025. Managed by the NAIC under the ICP, the program requires electronic submission of cargo details 24 hours before vessel departure from the last foreign port.

According to Bryn Heimbeck, Trade Tech's President and Co-Founder, the UAE is aligning with a broader global trend toward standardized pre-departure security filings. "Governments worldwide are prioritizing supply chain security, and pre-loading cargo filings are becoming the standard in international trade. Trade Tech's platform is designed to support this shift, ensuring seamless compliance across jurisdictions."

Trade Tech is developing the necessary functionality and collaborating with local authorities to ensure compliance with MPCI requirements. With expertise in regulatory compliance, including the EU's ICS2 ENS and the U.S. ISF, Trade Tech is well-equipped to support a smooth transition for customers.

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Key Requirements of the UAE's MPCI Program

• Electronic cargo data (Bill of Lading details) must be submitted at least 24 hours prior to vessel departure from last foreign departure port outside the UAE.
• Master Vessel Operators, Freight Forwarders, Master Loaders, and Co-Loaders are all required to file Bill of Lading details.
• Forwarders must clearly identify the actual shipper and consignee in their filings.
• Vessel Operators must verify that forwarders' filing was approved prior to cargo loading.
• Vessel Operators must update Bill of Lading details with the actual vessel name and departure date.
• Shipping lines must file the carrier's Bill of Lading, while freight forwarders or NVOCCs must file the House Bill of Lading.
• Freight forwarders may delegate filing to overseas partners, and shipping lines may delegate to agents, but liability remains with the original filing party.
• Filings are required for import, transshipment, transit, and Freight Remaining on Board (FROB) cargo.
• NAIC will issue response statuses upon filing:
• ACT (Accepted)
• DNL (Do Not Load)
• RFI (Request for Information)
• Registration for NAIC portal access has already begun.

HE Mr. Mubarak Alghafli, NAIC Executive Director, stated, "The Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) program is a critical step toward strengthening the UAE's position as a global trade hub. By ensuring cargo information is assessed before departure, we enhance national security, streamline Customs processes, and facilitate smoother trade flows. This initiative supports both regulatory compliance and business efficiency, ensuring that goods move through our ports with greater predictability and control."

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Trade Tech supports cargo security filings in over 35 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Japan, South Africa, the U.K., and the EU. As governments implement standardized pre-departure filing requirements, Trade Tech's platform enables seamless data exchange, reinforcing its role in global supply chain compliance.