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GLOBAL TRACKING & MARITIME SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES CARGO TRACKING SERVICE IN THE GAMBIA Banjul, The Gambia – April 23, 2023 – Global Tracking & Maritime Solutions (GTMS) is excited to announce the launch of its advanced cargo declaration and tracking services in The Gambia, furthering its commitment to enhancing cargo security and safety across the globe.

In accordance with the International Ship and Port facility Security (ISPS) code, all carriers and maritime agents are informed that the implementation of the Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) as part of the procedure for cargo security and safety in The Gambia has been in the pipeline since 2002. The Government of The Gambia signed a full Cargo Tracking Note (CTN) agreement in compliance with Chapter 1, sue??(6) of the Public Authorities Law and SOLAS Chapter XI-2, on September 2, 2022.

Effective from May 15, 2023, every cargo loaded or unloaded in The Gambia, irrespective of whether it's an import, export, or transit, will require a Cargo Tracking Certificate Number (ENS/ENX). Additionally, the vessel or carrier carrying such goods must also obtain a Movement Reference Number (MRN) from the Global Tracking and Maritime Solutions platform. These measures ensure that all cargo destined for or out of The Gambia is accompanied by an Entry Summary Number (ENS) or an Exit Summary Number (ENX), in compliance with the ISPS code.

"The launch of our services in The Gambia is a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to streamline and secure maritime operations worldwide," said David Ben Lulu, Chairman at GTMS Corporate. "With the adoption of the CTN/ACD scheme, we're confident that we can help bolster the security and efficiency of cargo transit in and out of the country."

The ship or vessel operator is liable for declaring cargo information in advance and must ensure that the declaration is done appropriately. In the case of Vessel Sharing Arrangements, the Advance Cargo Declaration must be made by the Bill of Lading Issuing Carrier, and not by the ship operator.

All users can access our platform through https://www.ctngtms.com or contact us at support ctngtms.com; +44 1865 600 006 for further assistance.

About GTMS:Global Tracking & Maritime Solutions is a leading provider of advanced maritime solutions, offering services such as Advance Cargo Declaration/CTN, Cargo Inspection, Ocean Freight & MRN Services, and Road Freight GPS Tracking Services. We're dedicated to improving cargo security, tracking, and inspection processes to ensure the smooth transit of goods worldwide.

For media inquiries:Kenneth King media@ctngtms.com +44 1865 600 006/+220 508 9671

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We are making this Corporate Donation on a Good Friday today as this is a very special day especially to Christians across the world... May we use the significance of this day to have compassion for one another always as Christ sacrificed for us all.

We have with us, a Dental Specialist from UK, Dr. Suvani under this Global pandemic accepted our invite to not only come and donate tooth-pastes, brushes, cash donations amongst others but to also do some consultation for under-privileged kids in several hospitals in Liberia (fillings, dental advices, checkups, etc) As a company, while we strongly believe in Tangible physical investment in every country we operate, it is our mantra to also invest, as part of our Corporate Social Responsibility, in the communities especially in both the health and education sector. We have a dedicated program of which we will endeavour to assist in as many communities as we can and encourage to bring more experts in helping us help the governments and other donors in these sectors.

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