Cargo Solutions Network (CSN), a global alliance of cargo service providers, has announced Hurricane Commerce as its chosen partner for data solutions.

CSN, which launched earlier this year as an exclusive, invitation-only network, aims to support its members in growing their cargo businesses, particularly in the areas of exports, imports and cross-trade.

The selection of Hurricane Commerce marks a strategic move by CSN to enhance its technological capabilities. Hurricane Commerce is recognised globally for its expertise in data solutions that drive international trade.

One of its flagship products, Kona, offers a unique solution that integrates data validation, screening for prohibited and restricted goods, denied party checks, and duty and tax calculations – all through a single API.

Thanks to its modular design, Kona allows users to access either the full range of its services or just the specific features they need.

With increasing global regulatory demands, such as the EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2) and the US Entry Type 86, accurate and timely data submission is becoming crucial to avoid penalties, delays and licence suspensions.

Neville Karai, chief executive of HAE Group and a CSN board member, said: “Poor data is no longer acceptable. Speed and accuracy of data is non-negotiable for airlines, handling agents, freight forwarders, e-commerce logistics providers and others involved in air cargo logistics.

“CSN is a tech-enabled solutions network and Hurricane’s data solutions are a great fit with this.”

Karai added: “The benefits of harnessing automated data solutions such as Hurricane’s are enormous including cost and time savings, increased operational efficiencies, strategic growth opportunities and regulatory compliance.

“CSN plans to share this unique service offering with its airline partners, handling agents, and forwarding customers.”

David Spottiswood, co-founder of Hurricane Commerce, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with CSN as their preferred technology partner.

“Our data solutions are already having a transformational impact for customers across the global supply chain and we are excited to roll them out across the air cargo sector in collaboration with the CSN team.”