ECTN Service

Shipping to Africa? Don’t Forget Your ECTN

If you're planning a shipment to Africa, an Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN) — also known as a BSC or Loading Certificate — is a mandatory requirement for entry into many African countries. Ahlers Logistics is an authorized ECTN provider in China, Vietnam, and Singapore, covering shipments to 10+ African destinations.

Authorized ECTN Provider in China, Vietnam and Singapore

Covering 10+ African Destinations

An ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) is a type of waiver document and a mandatory requirement for importing goods into African countries. Also known as a Bordereau de Suivi Cargaison (BSC) or Loading Certificate, the ECTN provides detailed shipment information, helping authorities clear cargo efficiently with its unique tracking number.

These certificates are official marine documents that record key details about cargo and its movement between ports. Each ECTN must be applied for and validated at the port of loading. The design, format, language, and details of an ECTN certificate vary based on the specific requirements of each country.

Shipping without an ECTN number exposes your business to unnecessary risks. Without a valid certificate, your cargo will be detained by customs until the document is provided, and penalties can quickly escalate.

Ahlers Logistics is an authorized ECTN provider in China, Vietnam, and Singapore, covering shipments to 10+ African destinations: