AUTOMATED MANIFEST SYSTEM (AMS)
The Automated Manifest System (AMS) is a cargo release notification and inventory control system. AMS integrates directly with the US Customs In-Bond and Selectivity systems used at US Customs Ports of Entry, as well as indirectly with the Automated Broker Interface (ABI). It facilitates quicker release and identification of low risk shipments.The Automated Manifest System notifies participants electronically when their cargo is released (in many cases prior to actual arrival) and simplifies intermodal delivery and movement of cargo by trucks and rail through the In-bond process. Port authorities, Carriers, freight forwarders, container freight stations, and service bureaus may particpate in AMS.
AMS speeds manifest and waybill processing while reducing paper and hardcopy overhead. With AMS, participants receive more timely tracking data and US Customs provides more efficient service to importers.
The Automated Manifest System (AMS) is a multi-modular cargo inventory control and release notification system. AMS interfaces directly with Customs Cargo Selectivity and In-Bond systems, and indirectly with ABI, allowing faster identification and release of low risk shipments. AMS speeds the flow of cargo and entry processing and provides participants with electronic authorization to move cargo release prior to arrival. AMS facilitates the intermodal movement and delivery of cargo by rail and trucks through the In-bond system. Carriers, port authorities, service bureaus, freight forwarders, and container freight stations can participate in AMS. AMS reduces reliance on paper documents and speeds the processing of manifest and waybill data. As a result, cargo remains on the dock for less time, participants realize faster tracking, and Customs provides better service to the importing community.
Sea AMS allows participants to transmit manifest data electronically prior to vessel arrival. Customs can then determine in advance whether the merchandise merits examination or immediate release. Upon receiving notification from Customs, the carrier can make decisions on staging cargo and the importer can arrange for examination, release, and distribution of the merchandise. All of this can be accomplished before the vessel arrives. Sea AMS allows you to communicate with other AMS participants, other government agencies, container freight stations, and non-vessel commercial carriers.
With Sea AMS you can:
- File inward manifest data electronically using Customs syntax (CAMIR) or industry standard syntax ANSI ASC X12.
- Get electronic cargo release days before vessel arrival.
- Benefit from electronic arrival of a vessel at each port of call.
- Amend, delete, or re-add bill of lading data electronically.
- Participate in Paperless Master In-bond program.
- Receive electronic in-bond authorizations.
- Designate secondary parties to receive carrier status notifications: designate AMS service center, FIRMS location, rail carrier, truck carrier, terminal operator, or another ocean carrier.
- Transfer custodial bond liability electronically.
- Request and receive electronic authorizations for Permits to Transfer (PTT).
- Receive notification of APHIS, other government agency, and Customs holds.
- Receive batch numbers with transmissions from AMS to enhance tracking ability.