Jointech electronic seals and electronic nets support cargo security in Mozambique’s customs ECTS project. Electronic seals secure containers and enclosed cargo compartments, while electronic nets serve bulk cargo trucks and flatbed trucks, extending customs transit security to non-containerized goods.

Electronic Cargo Tracking Systems (ECTS) have become a cornerstone of modern customs supervision and digital trade management. This guide explains what an Electronic Cargo Tracking System is, how it works, why governments invest in national ECTS programs, and how the technology supports cargo security, customs revenue protection, transit compliance, and customs digital transformation. It also explores the core components of an ECTS ecosystem, practical applications across industries, and the future evolution toward cargo intelligence and data-driven customs operations.

As cross-border trade volumes continue to grow, traditional transit control methods based on paper documentation, physical escorts, and manual inspections are becoming increasingly ineffective.Smuggling, cargo diversion, revenue leakage, and inefficient border procedures continue to challenge customs authorities worldwide.

Project BackgroundSituated at the crossroads of the Middle East, Jordan serves as a vital trade corridor connecting the Gulf countries, Africa, and Europe, with hundreds of thousands of international transit trucks crossing its borders annually. To manage this growing transit volume while effectivel