ACI Ocean

Simplifying transmission of ocean cargo information for Canada imports

Advanced Commercial Information (ACI) Ocean

The Advanced Commercial Information (ACI) is a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) electronic program deployed to better manage cargo risk entering Canada. Marine carriers transporting goods into Canada must transmit marine cargo and conveyance data to the CBSA 24-hours prior to loading or arrival depending on type and origin of goods.

ACI Ocean enable users to directly submit A6, A6A and freight forwarder supplementary and house bill data to CBSA electronically.

Benefits

Accelerated high volume processing

Easily bulk upload or seamlessly integrate to quickly pull stored data, prepare electronic documents, and submit to CBSA within minutes.

Easy-to-use web application

User friendly platform makes for effortless filing with smart validation, fast uploads, and instant responses.

Real-time visibility

Receive real-time notifications and alerts for all eManifest responses from CBSA via email and SMS.

Stay informed

Generate reports to track, analyze cargo movements and for auditing purposes.

Affordable plans

Multiple pricing plans for businesses of various sizes and needs. Choose from user friendly web based service, integration, or managed filing services.

Save time

For self-filing, data entered will be saved for subsequent retrieval. For managed services, our team of experts handle the full submission process so that you can focus on growing your business with peace of mind.

24/7 Customer support

Our 24/7 expert customer support is conveniently available for you around the clock via email, live chat and phone.

How to get started?

For a carrier (MVOCC) or a freight forwarder (NVOCC) to get set up with ACI

1. Apply for a Canadian carrier code for ACI reporting purposes.

2. Subscribe and complete the CBSA application online.

How can I submit eManifest info to Customs?

ACI Ocean is an industry leading service that allows marine carriers, freight forwarders and related participants to submit cargo and conveyance data quickly and easily to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). ACI Ocean can be used as standalone system, integrated with in-house systems, or outsourced through our dedicated filing service.

Web Service:
  1. Do-it-yourself via our user-friendly web application.
  2. Query status of eManifest submitted.
  3. Receive real-time responses from CBSA via email and SMS.
Filing Service:
  1. User submits required documents to CrimsonLogic via Email/Fax.
  2. CrimsonLogic will validate and send to Customs 24/7.
  3. User receives response.
  4. User can proceed across the border.

ACI Ocean Price Plans

CrimsonLogic eManifest solutions make the filing process quick and simple. Choose from a selection of flexible pricing options for web filing, integration to in-house systems, or let our team of expert compliance professionals file on your behalf.

G7 EDI

Web Services

Lite

$ 79 Monthly
  • 92 Transactions
  • $0.85 per Additional Transaction

Plus

$ 149 Monthly
  • 212 Transactions
  • $0.70 per Additional Transaction

Enterprise

$ 499 Monthly
  • 907 Transactions
  • $0.55 per Additional Transaction

Premium

$ 999 Monthly
  • 2497 Transactions
  • $0.40 per Additional Transaction

Filing Service

Filing

$ 50 Monthly
  • 5 Transactions
  • $8 per Additional Transaction

* Pay-per-use: eManifest Filing Service $10 per BL.

* Integration Option: One-time Integration Fee $2000 (Includes mailbox for host-to-host EDI/XML integration option).

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