Hapag-Lloyd has issued an update on India’s Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations (SCMTR) . According to the carrier, all Indian ports are now operating under the SCMTR framework. The system covers cargo movements between Indian gateway ports and foreign ports. It includes the Sea Arrival Manifest (SAM) for imports and the Sea Departure Manifest (SDM) for exports. Customers urged to review SCMTR requirements Hapag-Lloyd has asked customers and other trade partners to use the extended transition period to prepare for the requirements. Customers must submit complete and accurate Shipping Instructions on time. Shipping Bill and PCIN details must also be accurate. Where applicable, CSN filings must be completed and updated. Information must remain consistent across Shipping Instructions, Shipping Bills, House Bills of Lading and SCMTR filings. Mandatory information includes HSN Codes, IEC/PAN details, addresses and contact information . Hapag-Lloyd said NVOCCs, consolidators and other relevant parties must also complete the required SCMTR registrations and bond requirements. If required information is submitted incorrectly or late, customers will be responsible for filing the Export General Manifest (EGM) directly with Indian Customs. Import information required 96 hours before arrival Hapag-Lloyd also outlined additional requirements for the Sea Arrival Manifest. Complete SAM-related shipment information must be available 96 hours before the vessel’s estimated arrival . If the required information is still unavailable 48 hours before arrival , Hapag-Lloyd will proceed with a Remain on Board (ROB) filing under SCMTR requirements. For CSN filings, the carrier also specified the required ISO container codes. The code 2200 should be used for 20-foot general purpose containers, while 4200 applies to 40-foot general purpose containers. Customers using alternative ISO codes should notify Hapag-Lloyd for review. The post Hapag-Lloyd updates India cargo r