CBIC issues revised policy and guidelines for setting up of ICDs, CFSs and AFSs

In a bid to meet the requirement of new paradigm and the aspiration of the trade, CBIC has issued revised policy and guidelines for setting up new Inland Container Depots (ICDs), Container Freight Stations (CFSs) and Air Freight Stations (AFSs). The new policy takes into account the present capacity, future growth potential and regional imbalances and also addresses the need for bringing uniformity, transparency and seamless approval process. It further addresses the identified regulatory and logistics concerns associated with the hard and soft infrastructures of ICDs/CFSs/AFSs in India.
The new policy establishes a framework of functional requirements pertaining to the design and operation of dry ports as well as establishes certain processes to enable sustainable growth of the sector.
Lastly, the new policy aims to lay down appropriate institutional, administrative and regulatory frameworks for development and smooth operation of ICDs/CFSs/AFSs, including procedures for regulatory inspection and the execution of applicable customs control and formalities.