Guide to Amending or Canceling Customs Declarations

Guide to Amending or Canceling Customs Declarations

This article outlines five common scenarios in which companies may need to delete or amend customs declarations during the customs clearance process. It emphasizes the importance of submitting an application to the local customs authorities. Companies should understand the specific application procedures of their local customs to ensure compliant operations and avoid trade risks. Knowing the proper procedures for customs declaration amendment and deletion is crucial for businesses involved in international trade.

09/26/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Latin America Adopts Revised Kyoto Convention to Streamline Trade

Latin America Adopts Revised Kyoto Convention to Streamline Trade

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is promoting the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC) in Brazil, encouraging Latin American countries to join. The WCO emphasizes the RKC's importance for trade facilitation and supply chain security. Joining the RKC can streamline customs procedures, reduce trade costs, and enhance the predictability of international trade. This initiative aims to improve the efficiency and security of trade flows within the region and globally by adopting international standards for customs procedures.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Armenia Joins Kyoto Convention to Boost Trade Efficiency

Armenia Joins Kyoto Convention to Boost Trade Efficiency

Armenia has joined the Revised Kyoto Convention, becoming its 90th contracting party. This convention aims to simplify and harmonize global customs procedures, boosting trade efficiency through streamlined processes, technology application, risk management, and enhanced cooperation. It attracts foreign investment and promotes global trade facilitation. More countries joining will contribute to building a more open and inclusive global trading system. The Revised Kyoto Convention is a key instrument for modernizing customs procedures and reducing trade barriers.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Yemen Adopts International Customs Standards to Boost Trade

Yemen Adopts International Customs Standards to Boost Trade

Yemen acceded to the Kyoto Convention on June 27, 2013, aiming to simplify and harmonize customs procedures and promote international trade facilitation. The convention will enter into force on September 27, 2013, after which Yemen's customs procedures will gradually align with international standards. Businesses will benefit from more convenient and efficient customs clearance services. Companies need to understand the new rules in a timely manner, adjust business processes, seize opportunities, and embrace change.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Carbon Ridge Scorpio Tankers Launch First Shipboard Carbon Capture System

Carbon Ridge Scorpio Tankers Launch First Shipboard Carbon Capture System

Carbon Ridge has partnered with Scorpio Tankers to launch the shipping industry's first centrifugal carbon capture system (OCCS), implemented on the STI SPIGA oil tanker. This technology is modular, cost-effective, and significantly enhances capture efficiency, helping shipping companies gain a competitive edge in environmental sustainability and compliance.

08/07/2025 Logistics
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Ship Positioning And Tracking Technology Ensuring Safety And Efficiency At Sea

Ship Positioning And Tracking Technology Ensuring Safety And Efficiency At Sea

Ship positioning and tracking technology is crucial for modern shipping safety and efficiency. It encompasses various methods such as satellite positioning systems, AIS, and radio positioning, effectively ensuring vessel safety, enhancing transportation efficiency, and optimizing management. This technology provides significant support for the sustainable development of the shipping industry.

01/22/2025 Logistics
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Taiwan Considers Stricter Rules for Ships to China Over Flag Concerns

Taiwan Considers Stricter Rules for Ships to China Over Flag Concerns

Taiwan's transportation authorities are drafting the "Management Rules for Taiwan-Flagged (Including Flag of Convenience) Vessels Sailing to Mainland China." This aims to regulate shipping between Taiwan, mainland China, and Hong Kong, address the decline in Taiwan-flagged vessels, and strengthen the supervision of flag of convenience ships to prevent potential risks. This initiative is crucial for the development of Taiwan's shipping industry and the safety of cross-strait navigation. The rules are expected to provide a clearer framework for shipping operations and enhance regulatory oversight.

09/26/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Digital Transformation in Shipping Industry Embracing The Key To The Future

Digital Transformation in Shipping Industry Embracing The Key To The Future

The shipping industry is undergoing a profound digital transformation. To compete in the market, companies must actively embrace digitalization. Experts emphasize that digitalization is not only a result of technological advancement but also a crucial approach to meet the demands for sustainability, efficiency, and convenience in the shipping sector. Additionally, challenges such as cybersecurity and technological application require industry attention. In the future, technologies like unmanned vessels and blockchain will have a significant impact on the shipping industry, necessitating institutional support to help companies respond effectively.

07/22/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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