Software updates
Release Notes
2026
New: extra container nomination status in the Secure Chain
Since the launch of the Secure Chain, we have been working on improving the exemption process. This is executed in consultation with the port community. Since January 20, 2026, a second long-awaited update has been available in Cargo Controller and…
Renewed web screens for Cargo Declaration Export Containers
Recently, Portbase has been working behind the scenes to align the look and feel of Cargo Declaration Export Containers with other Portbase services. This ensures that the standardized functions are instantly recognizable and can always be found in the same…
2025
Commercial release container status in the Secure Chain
Since the launch of the Secure Chain, we have been working on improving the release process. This is in consultation with the port community. A long-awaited update has been available in Cargo Controller and Cargo Release Manager since December 2025:…
New fields ETA Train functionality
Portbasee is bezig met het ontwikkelen van een nieuwe functionaliteit binnen Melding Container Achterland (MCA) Rail, namelijk ETA Trein. Dit is ontwikkeld om inzicht te creëren in de locatie van de trein vanaf het vertrekpunt in het achterland tot aan…
The Planning proposal history ETA/ETD visible in the visit
Dear Shipping Agents, We would like to inform you of the following updates: Reason for ETA/ETD Proposal From Monday, 20 October, the 'Planning proposal history ETA/ETD' submitted by the nautical service providers and/or the Harbour Master will be fed back…
Renewal of Booking Subscription messages of Notification Export Documentation (NED).
Portbase is working on the technical update of the of the Booking Subscription functionality. For terminals this means a change in the content of the Booking Subscription Reply message (M129). The technical specifications will remain unchanged. This release note describes…
From July 1st prenotification via HCN Road mandatory at Qterminals-Kramer
From 1 July 2025 onwards, it is mandatory to pre-notify containers and use a TAR code at the QTerminals locations Kramer Distripark Depot (KDD) and Kramer City Depot (KCD), which are connected to the Portbase service Hinterland Container Notification Road…
Applying for exemptions via ‘Vessel Notification’ in Portbase PCS
Dear shipping agents, I would like to inform you of the following: Permits and exemptions As of Tuesday, 1st July 2025, you can apply for a permit or exemption for visits to the Port of Rotterdam (and adjacent ports) directly…