COTECNA is one of a select group of companies chosen by US Customs and Border Protection to support the validation process for the Customs and Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT). Click here to view Press Release. Under the C-TPAT Third Party Validation Pilot Program authorized by the SAFE Port Act of 2006, US importers who source all or most of their products from China are now authorized to voluntarily engage selected Third Party Validators to conduct on-site validation of their international supply chains’ security practices. Successful validation by US Customs and Border Protection will enhance trade benefits to C-TPAT members.
Why Cotecna?
Cotecna has been a leader in trade facilitation, inspection and supply chain security services for over thirty years. Choosing Cotecna to support your validation needs guarantees the highest level of professional performance, confidentiality and an exceptional customer service experience.
- Using our in-country validation staff guarantees the most economical solution and the best value for your money. We are able to offer our service at competitive rates without expensive travel fees or travel related delays. Our in-country team assures a minimum turnaround time to conduct your validation needs.
- We have US Customs and Border Protection trained and experienced validators on our team. We operate in accordance with proven CBP procedures and will assure the highest quality of service consistent with CBP standards.
- Cotecna’s US-based COSEC team brings to you experience and expertise from the following areas: supply chain security, aviation and air cargo security, port and maritime security, freight rail security, container security, explosive and radiation detection, supply chain security standards and compliance programs.
- We have a reputation of proven performance in China where Cotecna is currently performing trade facilitation, inspection and quality services.
- Professional experience includes:
- Leadership and operational experience in the Department of Homeland Security, Customs & Border Protection(CBP), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the US Department of Defense.
- Key participant in multiple trade lanes of Operation Safe Commerce (OSC)
- Business Anti-Smuggling Coalition (BASC)
- Broad international experience. Over 60 offices operating worldwide in North, Central and South America, Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Asia.
- Certificate of SAFETY Act Designation for 3rd Party Validation Services. Cotecna’s 3rd Party Validation services have been designated as "Qualified Anti-Terrorsim Technology" by the US Department of Homeland Security.
Click here: press release
Contact us
For more information on our C-TPAT security services or to request a proposal, please contact the Cotecna, Inc. office at: [Reveal email address] or by phone at + 202-333-2540 or call Daine Eisold, our Vice President of Supply Chain Security anytime at + 703-869-3336.
Please also visit our website on activities in China.
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