Trade Tech Survey Uncovers Continued Lack of Preparedness for ICS2-ENS and EORI Compliance
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SEATTLE - Washingtoner -- Trade Tech, Inc., a global logistics platform, has unveiled critical findings from a recent survey that highlight significant awareness and preparedness gaps for the upcoming ICS2-ENS regulations and EORI requirements. Being on the forefront of this issue since late last year, Trade Tech conducted the survey (https://site.tradetech.net/trade-tech-survey-un...) on its website over the last few months to determine industry awareness and preparedness.

Survey findings underscore the need for all stakeholders involved in cargo shipments to and throughout the EU to proactively address compliance with these evolving EU Customs regulations, with a key deadline looming on December 4^th, 2024.

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As the logistics landscape becomes increasingly regulated, ICS2-ENS compliance is set to reshape freight processes into and throughout the European Union. Trade Tech understands the significant implications of non-compliance, and the survey findings suggest that a lack of readiness could hinder the industry's ability to maintain streamlined and compliant operations.

Key Findings from the Survey:

• ICS2-ENS Awareness: Approximately 47% of respondents were not aware of ICS2-ENS, indicating a critical knowledge gap within the industry.
• Preparedness for ICS2-ENS Compliance by December 2024: Half of the respondents are not prepared to meet the December 2024 compliance requirement, signaling an urgent need for action.
• Regulation Timeline Awareness: Only 56.5% of respondents indicated they know the deadline for compliance, while a substantial portion remains uninformed, which may impact timely adherence.
• Perceived Impact of ICS2-ENS: Industry participants expressed varied expectations, with 58.8% foreseeing an impact on their operations and 32.9% unaware of the regulation's effects.
• EORI Number Awareness: Although 58.2% know what an EORI Number is, a significant percentage remains unaware of its necessity for EU-bound shipments.
• Requirement for EORI Registration by June 1, 2024: Only 47.1% of respondents recognized the need for an EORI Number registration.

In a further commitment to ensuring regulatory compliance and streamlining the complexities of global trade, Trade Tech launched a website dedicated to helping companies navigate the complexity of Customs regulations at cargofiling.com. This dedicated website serves as a comprehensive resource for businesses to better understand and meet the demands of the EU's ICS2-ENS regulations and other jurisdictions.

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