Current ISPS Certifications

ACL is compliant with the International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS) and is a member of the U.S. Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT). ACL is also an active participant in the Partners in Protection Program in Canada and Stairsec in Sweden.

EU 24 Hour Rule & Guidelines, Acceptable/Non-Acceptable Cargo Descriptions

Effective July 1, 2009 Dutch Customs will require cargo descriptions to be stated in the summary declarations for temporary storage (transship cargo) and arrival manifests. These descriptions must conform to it's guidelines on acceptable and non-acceptable terms for the description of goods for exit (EXS) and entry (ENS) summary declarations. Failure to do so will result in the physical inspection of the cargo and cause possible delays to the shipment.

This guideline will be mandatory by all EU members from December 31, 2010 when mandatory electronic submission of EXS and ENS will begin. It is quite possible that other European Customs Authorities will require these guidelines be followed prior to this date as well.

It is important to note that usage of the term "FAK" or "consolidated" are non-acceptable. As the cargo description used for submissions to Dutch Customs is from the Bill of Lading, shippers should be strongly encouraged to refer to these guidelines when providing shipping instructions. The list is dynamic and very similar to the US and Canadian import guidelines therefore new unacceptable terms will be identified and added to this list.

C-TPAT:
ACL is a validated member of the U.S. Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT). ACL's Status Verification Interface Number is atlSea01169. C-TPAT is a joint government-business initiative to build cooperative relationships that strengthen overall supply chain and border security. For more information about C-TPAT please visit http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/trade/cargo_security/ctpat

ENVIRONMENT:
ACL is committed to preserving the global environment by providing and developing efficient transportation services that avoid negative environmental impacts. All of ACL's vessels are ISO 14001 certified, meeting the highest environmental standard.

ACL is one of the only carriers that chronicles its quality performance yearly, with a 12-month recap brochure, Focus on Performance.