ICS2 regulations – Why Merisis Technology is the key software partner for compliance in logistics.
ICS2 brought lots of challenges to logistics companies. Fortunately, for NYK Group Europe, Merisis were at hand to help facilitate a smooth implementation.
As the ICS2 regulations continue to roll out, logistics businesses face increasing challenges in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant customs filings.
For many, the combination of the complexity of dual filings, new data requirements, and tighter pre-arrival deadlines have proven to be significant hurdles which are bringing additional problems to an already competitive and demanding industry.
However, at Merisis we firmly believe there is light for those who are under pressure to adapt to the new regulations having already proven our ability to navigate these challenges successfully.
Delivering ICS2 Compliance for NYK Group Europe
Merisis partnered with NYK Group Europe in June of 2024 to implement the necessary ICS2 system updates, going live several months later. The importance of the successful completion of this project cannot be understated; it ensured NYK Group Europe’s compliance with EU customs regulations and prevented costly penalties or shipment delays.
Implementing new regulations can be complicated at best. The nuances of the regulations need to be clearly understood, as do the inner workings of the organisation who they apply to. This is something we embrace.
The project was a great success, and we are proud of the outcome we have achieved with NYK Group Europe. On reflection, we can highlight some of the key benefits we brought to the relationship.
– Problem-solving in an uncertain environment
There were ambiguous guidelines and delays from key external systems from the start, so it was important that we were able to adapt quickly, implementing solutions in real-time to meet the evolving regulatory demands. A large part of that comes from our years of experience and knowledge of the logistics industry.
– Meeting critical deadlines
Many carriers and house filers struggled to comply with ICS2 on time – but, thanks to Merisis’ expertise in agile software development, regulatory compliance solutions and effective project management, NYK Group did not miss this key deadline.
– Trusted expertise and support
We pride ourselves in our ability to work well with all stakeholders of any project, and part of this is about building trust. Feedback from NYK highlights this and demonstrates the confidence they had in the Merisis team to get this key project delivered:
“Whatever the brick wall, I was confident we’d get around it.
Your team has been amazing – your expertise and experience made all the difference.
This project has been my highlight!”
How Merisis can help logistics businesses with ICS2
At Merisis we don’t just implement software – we work as an extension of your team. We’re experienced in ensuring regulatory compliance and thrive on creating a seamless integration with minimal disruption to operations.
Additionally, we’re not tied to a specific software platform – we’re used to adapting to legacy systems and utilising the best tools for the job. Whether it’s custom software solutions, API integrations, or full compliance platforms, we help businesses stay ahead of ICS2, and future regulatory changes.
If your business is navigating ICS2 challenges or preparing for future logistics technology shifts, let’s talk.