The authority announced its readiness, along with all relevant parties, to begin the mandatory application of the Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) system for air shipments, starting January 1, 2026, following a successful trial period that began in 2022.
Technical and Human Readiness for Full Implementation
It was confirmed that the authority is well-prepared for this transition through virtual (online) training courses held twice weekly over the past five months. It was noted that 80% of air freight operators have prior experience with the system from its application in maritime shipping, which will facilitate the compliance process.
Incentives and Discounts to Support Importing Companies
It was revealed that a decision has been made to provide encouraging incentives for operators with the start of the mandatory launch. These include a reduction of $80 from the fees for automation and related services for each incoming air shipment, for a period of six months. This measure aims to motivate companies to join the new digital system.
Market Governance and Ensuring Quality of Incoming Goods
It was explained that the ACI system relies on risk management and pre-arrival data analysis, which contributes to governing the Egyptian market and ensuring only good quality goods enter.
It was added that the system allows for verification of the quality of foreign suppliers and product quality certificates. This prevents the entry of carcinogenic or health-hazardous materials while simultaneously speeding up the release procedures for low-risk shipments.
Zamalek in the match against Baladiyat El-Mahalla in the Egypt Cup
Egyptian Customs Authority
The Egyptian Customs Authority is a government agency responsible for regulating and controlling the flow of goods across Egypt’s borders. Its modern form was established in the 19th century, but its roots trace back to ancient times when customs duties were collected on trade along the Nile.
Egypt
Egypt is a country in northeastern Africa, home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, which flourished along the Nile River from around 3100 BCE. Its iconic cultural sites, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings, are monumental remnants of the ancient pharaonic kingdoms that ruled for millennia.
Zamalek
Zamalek is an affluent residential district located on Gezira Island in the Nile River within Cairo, Egypt. Originally developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries during the era of Khedive Ismail, it features elegant architecture and is known for its embassies, cultural venues like the Cairo Opera House, and tranquil, tree-lined streets.
Baladiyat El-Mahalla
Baladiyat El-Mahalla refers to the municipal administration of the city of El-Mahalla El-Kubra in Egypt, a major industrial center historically famous for its textile manufacturing. The city’s modern history is deeply tied to the establishment of the Misr Spinning and Weaving Company in 1927, which made it a hub for labor movements and Egyptian industrialization.
Egypt Cup
The Egypt Cup is the premier domestic knockout football competition in Egypt, first held in 1921. It is organized by the Egyptian Football Association and features clubs from across the country competing in a single-elimination tournament, making it one of the oldest football cup competitions in Africa.
