Since the beginning of Q2/2026, customs authorities of many West African countries such as Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Cameroon have simultaneously stepped up the inspection of electronic cargo tracking notes (ECTN/BESC).

Any goods imported by sea containers without a valid ECTN number displayed on the Master Bill of Lading will be refused unloading, and the cargo owner will be subject to fines of up to 2,500 EUR/container.

To ensure a smooth export process, businesses need to submit a certificate application as soon as the ship departs, within a maximum of 3 working days. Hiro Logistics provides a full package documentation support service in just 24 hours.