OpenTAS has successfully completed the recertification of its software for the Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS) Release 2.7 and is now officially listed as a certified software provider by the German customs authority (Zoll).
The certification confirms compliance with the latest technical and regulatory requirements for electronic excise movement processing within the European Union. For terminals handling excise goods, this ensures reliable and compliant communication with customs authorities.
Globally, excise and customs requirements are becoming increasingly complex, particularly in cross-border movements of energy and chemical products. Authorities expect structured digital reporting and audit-proof documentation, while enforcement standards continue to tighten. Terminals relying on fragmented or manual processes face growing compliance pressure and operational risk.
Against this backdrop, EMCS is only one part of the overall customs and tax landscape. OpenTAS supports customers worldwide with integrated customs and tax processes embedded directly into terminal operations. Within the OpenTAS Terminal Management Solution (TMS), terminals can manage duty suspension procedures, customs status, and regulatory documentation as part of their daily workflows.
From tracking product movements to supporting customs declarations for loading operations, regulatory requirements are handled within a single operational platform. This helps reduce manual effort, improve transparency, and support compliance across terminal operations.
The successful recertification for EMCS Release 2.7 highlights OpenTAS’ long-standing expertise in customs and tax processes for the energy and chemical industries. As regulatory requirements continue to evolve, OpenTAS helps terminal operators integrate compliance seamlessly into their operational processes while maintaining efficiency, transparency, and control.
The official list of certified software providers for EMCS Release 2.7 is available on the website of the German customs authority.
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