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CNS rolls out port community system of the future

[ September 11, 2023   //   ]

CNS (Community Network Services), a DP World company, is rolling out its new CNS Port Community System (PCS).

The ‘Compass’ system will transition to the Cloud-based and HMRC-compliant CNS PCS, a modern, API-ready platform based on DP World’s global CARGOES platform. It runs on multiple devices and will enable businesses to respond to regulatory changes with greater ease and agility.

CNS says that in over 13 years of operation, ‘Compass’ has orchestrated trade logistics for UK maritime ports.

CNS PCS’s phased rollout has started with a pilot launch in the Belfast community in August, before being implemented across other CNS sites in the UK. The transition for all ‘Compass’ users in the UK is expected to be complete in 2025, including deployments across London Gateway and the Port of Southampton. 

CNS managing director, Matthew Bradley said: “Compass has been an industry-standard solution since 2010, and has been a go-to for those in the ports and logistics industry. The idea behind its transition to CNS PCS is to take everything that our customers love about ‘Compass’, and refine it so that it is ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

“The UK government has confirmed that Port Community Systems remain a key element of the data and systems landscape at the UK border. CNS PCS reflects CNS’s extensive investment in digital platforms to meet the changing needs of the market.”

CNS describes PCS as an intuitive and dynamic solution for managing cargo moving through port and border environments. It is fully HMRC-compliant, meaning it is at the forefront of regulatory changes and ensures that businesses can fulfil their compliance obligations. Along with providing real-time visibility into the status of shipments and consignments, it also automates manual processes to streamline operations and improve efficiency. 

It will also feature an Application Programming Interface (API), enabling users such as importers, exporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, transport companies and customs brokers to integrate the platform into their existing systems seamlessly.

CNS PCS also incorporates a modern user, allowing users to adopt the software quickly and complete their work faster.

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