We inform you about the upcoming third release of the European Union’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2), scheduled for June 3, 2024. This system is essential for enhancing the security and safety of customs pre-arrival procedures. All cargo, whether for deep sea or short sea, that is discharging, transshipping in the EU, Northern Ireland, Norway and for the cargo remaining on board, must adhere to the Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) requirement. The new release will introduce the need for additional data elements in the ENS, beyond what is currently required. (....)