CBP to Commence Pilot Enabling 3PLs to Participate in CTPAT
DHS, through CBP, soon will kick off a pilot enabling asset-based and non-asset-based third-party logistics partners, or 3PLs, to join the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism program, according to a Federal Register notice.
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The pilot, set to begin on Dec. 1, could last up to five years, and any possible extensions will be announced via notices in the Federal Register.
The notice describes the purpose of the pilot, eligible participants, duration of the pilot and pilot procedures, CBP said. Those wishing to participate in the pilot must contact CBP using the email address in the notice.
In 2008, CBP had allowed some 3PLs that met eligibility requirements to be CTPAT members, as well as select non-asset-based 3PLs, but "their participation was limited," according to the agency. The CTPAT Pilot Program Act, passed by Congress on Oct. 1, 2024 (see 2410020041), calls for DHS to establish a pilot that could assess whether allowing non-asset-based 3PLs and asset-based 3PLs to participate in CTPAT would enhance port security, assist in combating terrorism, prevent supply chain security breaches, or otherwise meet the goals of CTPAT, CBP said.