Transplace receives supply chain security certification

Custom-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) certification is a security initiative in which participating organizations cooperate with U.S. Customs to establish acceptable security practices throughout their supply chain operations.

The Trucker News Services

5/15/2008

FRISCO, Texas — Transplace International Inc. has received Custom-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) certification for supply chain security, third party logistics provider Transplace reports. C-TPAT is a voluntary program open to all sectors of the supply chain established by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to build cooperative relationships that strengthen and improve international supply chain and U.S. border security.

Established in 2001, C-TPAT is the first worldwide supply chain security initiative in which participating organizations fully cooperate with U.S. Customs to establish acceptable security practices throughout their entire supply chain operations. Eligible companies must submit a detailed application and conduct a comprehensive self-assessment of their supply chain security procedures using the C-TPAT guidelines developed by the CBP and the community for each specific trade category.

“Obtaining C-TPAT certification for Transplace International demonstrates that our internal management processes, as well as the facilities that we employ from various partners around the world, are safe, secure and compliant,” said Kevin Higgins, vice president of international services for Transplace. “As part of our Customer Service Integrity program, it was extremely important for us to achieve certification and have these procedures in place for our customers.”

Participation in the program provides companies with the assurance of a safe, secure and expeditious supply chain, benefiting their employees, internal operations, suppliers and customers. C-TPAT members benefit directly by reducing the number of physical inspections and documentation reviews when crossing borders, helping to dramatically decrease the time required when passing through customs. Obtaining C-TPAT certification offers businesses an opportunity to take an active role in improving national security.

For more information regarding C-TPAT and other CBP security initiatives, please visit www.cbp.gov. To learn about Transplace or Transplace International, please visit www.transplace.com.