CTN No. is the acronym of cargo tracking note number. Goods tracking number, also known as import list. BESc is the abbreviation of bordereau eletronique de suivi des cargaisons in French, which means electronic tracking list of goods in Chinese. The English abbreviation is CTN or ECTN SPEED® GHANA CTN (CARGO TRACKING NOTE)
The Cargo Tracking Note (CTN) is required by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority for all shipments to Ghana. Without a valid CTN, your cargo faces delays and penalties at Tema or Takoradi.
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In a recent shipment, SPEED INT’L moved a consolidated LCL shipment for a first-time importer. The job included CTN processed before vessel departure - and the importer avoided a costly delay at Tema.
Project data: Tema, Ghana | a consolidated LCL shipment | SPEED INT’L NVOCC (MOC-NV11880)
SPEED INT’L is your one-stop partner for Ghana CTN certificates and onward shipping to Tema and inland Ghana.
| ✓ 1-2 Working Day Processing | ✓ Direct GSA Platform Filing |
| ✓ CTN & Shipping Bundled | ✓ All West Africa Sailing Schedules |
| ✓ Dedicated Ghana Team | ✓ Transparent CTN Fees |
| ✓ 17 Years of Africa Logistics | ✓ Trusted by Global Customers |
Q: What is the Ghana CTN?
A: An electronic cargo tracking document required by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority. Issued before the vessel arrives.
Q: How long does Ghana CTN take?
A: We process CTN within 1-2 working days after receiving your documents.
Q: What documents are needed?
A: Bill of Lading draft, commercial invoice, and packing list.
Q: What happens without a CTN?
A: Cargo is delayed at clearance and may incur penalties at Tema or Takoradi.