Schiphol and cargo information platform Cargonaut have been collaborating over the past few years to upgrade the Port Community System (PCS). The PCS is the central platform for information and data exchange between cargo players at Schiphol and authorities such as Customs.
The modernisation process data faster, is fully compliant with IATA standards, is more user-friendly, and more secure. The information and data within the PCS ensure that all parties know precisely what the latest status is of cargo. This helps improve the predictability of the flow of goods at the airport, which is essential for the smooth handling of cargo.
Message processing within the PCS
One of the components that Schiphol and Cargonaut have upgraded is the way messages are processed within the PCS. This is an essential part of the whole process and ensures that, for instance, export companies can reclaim VAT and Customs can monitor the goods being imported and exported via the airport.
