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Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
GAC achieves major digital milestone with IRU TIR integration
Tribune News Network Doha The General Authority of Customs has announced the successful implementation of a direct electronic integration between its 'AL-Nadeeb' Customs Clearance System and the Digital TIR Carnet Service of the International Road Transport Union (IRU), in coordination with Qatar Chamber as the TIR National Association. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the Authority's ongoing efforts to modernize customs operations and enhance digital integration with international entities. This electronic integration enables the instant and secure exchange of data related to road shipments governed by the International Road Transport (TIR) Convention. It represents a qualitative leap in supporting customs clearance operations associated with international road transport and serves as an innovative strategic step within the Authority's plans for digitizing customs procedures and implementing risk management criteria post-goods arrival. The General Authority of Customs is one of the first customs administrations in the Middle East to successfully implement direct integration with the International Road Transport Organization (IRU). This achievement demonstrates the Authority's commitment to adopting innovative technological solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of customs operations and facilitate international trade. The Digital TIR Carnet Service aims to achieve higher levels of efficiency and accuracy in tracking shipments covered by the international TIR system guarantee across land border crossings. This facilitates accelerated procedures and smoother information flow between customs ports and the Authority's global partners, while also enhancing the fluidity of cross-border trade movements. This service will establish a unified and reliable communication channel for real-time customs data exchange between the General Authority of Customs and the International Road Transport Organization (IRU). It will enhance transparency and reliability in transactions while strengthening the effectiveness of operational control at land border crossings. This achievement underscores the Authority's commitment to continuously developing its digital infrastructure and enhancing institutional integration, aligning with its vision for transitioning to innovative systems. It also reflects its pivotal role in solidifying Qatar's status as a leading regional hub for facilitating trade and road transport movements.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Customs achieves direct integration between Al-Nadeeb system and IRU through digital TIR Carnet
DOHA: The General Authority of Customs has announced the successful completion of the direct electronic integration between the 'Al-Nadeeb' system and the 'E-TIR Carnet' service of the International Road Transport Organization (IRU), in coordination with the Qatar Chamber, which serves as the TIR National Association. This step aims to modernise the customs workflow and enhance digital integration with international entities. The electronic integration enables the instant and secure exchange of customs data related to land shipments covered by the International Road Transport (TIR) Agreement, enhancing the efficiency of customs clearance processes and supporting the digitization of procedures, and implementing risk management criteria post-goods arrival, This achievement represents a qualitative leap, positioning Qatar Customs among the first customs authorities in the Middle East to implement this system. This step facilitates the movement of international trade and ensures a smoother flow of shipments through land ports by enhancing tracking accuracy and increasing transparency and control. This aligns with the Authority's vision of developing its digital infrastructure and solidifying Qatar's position as a regional hub for trade and land transport.
Iraqi News
05-02-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Iraq to launch first-ever International Road Transport operation
Baghdad ( – A delegation from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) visited Iraq last week to establish the framework for the country's first cross-border transit under the International Road Transport (TIR) transit system. With its first TIR movement anticipated soon, Iraq is poised to reach a significant milestone in cross-border trade, according to a statement released on Tuesday by the IRU. The step represents an important step toward complete integration into the globally recognized customs transit system and a historic milestone for the country. The IRU reaffirmed Iraq's commitment to modernizing trade and implementing global best practices during important talks with parties involved in the public and private sectors last week. As the only worldwide transit system, TIR permits the shipment of commodities in sealed load compartments under customs supervision from a country of origin to a country of destination through a multilateral and mutually recognized system. A special workshop was held with an emphasis on the significance of UN agreements including the Treaty on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR). Specialists emphasized how important the conventions are for improving trade security, lowering traffic accidents, and expediting cross-border trade. The necessity of professional competence in road transport and the creation of strong regulatory frameworks were further highlighted in the discussions. Iraq's position in regional and international commerce will be strengthened if government officials and the business sector work together effectively to ensure that TIR and ADR are implemented smoothly.
