Logo Ci5

DN-DSM.

The “Port dues” service: ships and cargo (commonly referred to as DN DSM) calculates the amounts owed for ship arrivals and departures, as well as the related cargo taxes. By integrating each port’s pricing into Ci5, MGI ensures transparency and security in these declaration processes. The calculations are carried out automatically and can be verified at any time by the authorities.
Solution

Discover DN/DSM

Development of additional features upon request, based on your country’s regulations, your port’s specificities, and operational needs.

Advice

Do you want to learn more about Port Dues?

Contact us
Features

The features of the Port Dues service: DN / DSM

Creation of vessel entry and/or exit declarations

Thanks to the vessel information available in Ci5 (such as vessel type, specifications, tonnage, shipping line, etc.), operators liable for port vessel dues can automatically generate the required declarations and view all applicable fees.

Creation of cargo declarations

Declarants can use the information already available in Ci5 regarding their goods to create the declarations required for the duties and taxes applicable to those goods.

Calculation of exemptions and rebates

Our DN/DSM module, by integrating the regulations related to port dues for vessels and goods, allows declarants to calculate in just a few clicks the exemptions and discounts they may be entitled to for a given port call.

Monitoring and control of vessel and cargo declarations

All DN/DSM declarations created in Ci5 are archived there and can be quickly searched and checked.

Printing of declarations / supporting documents

Users of the DN/DSM service can convert vessel and/or cargo declaration data into PDF format.

Monitoring of port calls without DN

A specific feature makes it easy to identify port calls for which no vessel declaration has been made, enabling simple and effective checks for both declarants and control authorities.

Reference data

By using the port dues service (DN/DSM), port community stakeholders have access to the vessel port dues reference data, which corresponds to a transcription of the port authority’s tariff guide (vessel type, vessel category, vessel fee, etc.).

Tailor-made solutions

Who is the port dues service for ships and cargo?

Ship agents and freight forwarders, respectively, for the preparation of port dues declarations for ships and cargo (DN/DSM), customs authorities as collectors of the amounts due, and the port authority as the final recipient of these payments.

Freight forwarders and customs representatives

compagnie-maritime

Shipping company

gestionnaires-terminaux

Terminal operators

Carriers

import-export

Importer / Exporter

autorites-portuaires

Port authorities

administration-controle

Regulatory authorities

Discover our solutions
Customer Testimonials

Client voices

Our clients and users from across the global supply chain rely on our solutions to optimize their cargo flows, enhance productivity, and improve risk management.

Strengthening EDI Connections

“The relationship between Geodis and MGI is a long-standing one. Over time, we have developed a close collaboration that extends beyond national borders to all sites where MGI operates. Our partnership has highlighted the value of digitalization and strengthened the EDI connections established with many of our clients.”

Patrick Lions
Geodis

Expertise, Availability, and Responsiveness: The Core Strengths of This Dynamic Team

“I turned to our partner MGI when setting up an EDI interface between the CI5 portal and our TMS tool dedicated to freight forwarding. At every stage of the project — from the feasibility study and quote to implementation, development, improvements, and adjustments — I was thoroughly supported by the MGI teams, both in terms of commercial relations and technical support. Expertise, availability, and responsiveness are the main qualities I associate with this dynamic team. Even my most demanding requests were heard, carefully analyzed, and alternative solutions were proposed when technical constraints were too significant. Given the growing importance of system-to-system exchanges in today’s world — and their undeniable impact on productivity in our industry — we’ll undoubtedly have more projects in the future. And I’m confident I can continue to rely on this essential partner.”

Charles Herbaux
DSV Air & Sea

Greater Flexibility for Hazardous Goods Declarations

“For over 35 years in the Marseille area, MGI has been a key player in freight transport. As a freight forwarder handling an average of 9,000 TEUs per year from our Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône site, it would be unthinkable for us not to use their CI5 system. With around fifteen years of experience in the industry, I’ve also used its predecessor, AP+. While it was already highly efficient, the arrival of CI5 took things to the next level for our container declarations. It’s far more user-friendly and intuitive. It also offers much greater flexibility, especially when it comes to hazardous goods declarations. In short, CI5 has made our daily work much easier since its launch.”

Aurore Turrini
LTM - Somaudex Logistics

Customs Automation: A Driver of Productivity and Performance

“MGI Connect has revolutionized our customs processes. Thanks to EDI-based automation, we’ve boosted productivity, streamlined our daily tasks, and improved operational flow for our clients. A true transformation for our organization!”

Laurence Catonio
Mediaco Logistique

Logistics intelligence platform

Do you know about MGI’s other services?

Thanks to its functional and technical experts, MGI has developed a wide range of offers in the fields of Port Community Systems, Customs and Authorities, Data Intelligence, and Process Automations. Discover them in detail below.
FAQ

Everything you need to know about our solutions and services ?

How are my vessel port dues calculated in Ci5?

Vessel port dues are calculated based on the information entered into Ci5 by the ship’s agent. Characteristics such as the vessel type, dimensions, tonnage, and the nature of the port call are matched with the current tariff schedule at the port of loading and unloading. The rate grid is updated annually by the port authority.

In the case of a VSA (Vessel Sharing Agreement), who is responsible for submitting the vessel declaration?

The vessel declaration must be completed by the ship’s main agent/operator for the port call.

Is it possible to view port dues tariffs in Ci5?

The port dues tariffs are integrated into Ci5 by the port authority to enable calculations, but they are not globally viewable. However, through the vessel declaration, you have the possibility to verify them.

Why are port dues not managed in Ci5 at the port where I operate?

It is up to the port authority of each port equipped with a PCS to define in which system the port dues are calculated.