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CCS-UK tries out e-collection note

CCS-UK is testing a new electronic air cargo collection note as part of its Advance Information System (AIS). The e-collection note replaces the traditional paper version which requires airfreight forwarders to produce a hard copy collection note, which the driver or transport contractor then presents to the handling agent to release the cargo. The software firm says that not only are current processes time-consuming, but carry a risk of fraud. The new, electronic ... [+]

CCS-UK offers vehicle pre-booking

CCS-UK has released a new version of its Advance Information System (AIS) module that enables freight forwarders and their transport providers to pre-book timed vehicle slots at handling facilities. The new Slot Booking function can be run alongside the handler’s existing un-booked arrivals, allowing on-airport transit sheds to offer pre-booking and ... [+]

CCS-UK Fallback proves its worth during Chief shutdown

Freight software firm CCS-UK says its Electronic Fallback system kept UK airfreight flowing during a 14-hour outage by HMRC’s Chief computer on 22 June. BT – which operates the CCS-UK community system –  invoked the CCS-UK Electronic Fallback routine enabling forwarders, transit sheds operators and airlines to continue operating without interruption. The ... [+]

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