Dear,
Federal Executive Council in Nigeria has approved the implementation of the CTN (Cargo Tracking Note) system with effect as from the 11th of January, 2010. At this date all cargo loaded or unloaded at any Nigerian port has, prior to shipment, to obtain a CTN from Nigerian Port Authorities or any of its representatives at port of loading.
All B/Ls and cargo manifests must include this CTN number as declared by the shipper, in order to avoid any carrier liability, B/Ls should have following clause on:
“Carrier is not responsible for any error, omission or discrepancies with regard to the CTN (Cargo Tracking Note) and the responsibility remains with the merchant/importer. Any fine or penalty levied against the carrier is for the account of the merchant”
CMA CGM FUZHOU
2009.1.21.