Land Ports: NBR sets pilot digital system to monitor truck movement

UNB :

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has introduced a pilot “Truck Movement” sub-module on its ASYCUDA World system to digitally record and monitor the entry of cargo-laden trucks from India and the exit of empty trucks, aiming to boost transparency, efficiency and revenue protection at land ports.

The pilot of the sub-module began on December 15 at Customs House, Benapole, one of Bangladesh’s busiest land ports, replacing the previously manual tracking system. According to the NBR, the digital module will capture accurate data on the arrival and departure of each Indian truck, allowing authorities to track the duration of their stay in Bangladesh.

The system is designed for end-to-end monitoring, enhancing data management and preventing revenue leakages.

Officials said the sub-module will also improve transparency and accountability in customs operations, support border security, and enable real-time reporting for better oversight and decision-making.

Following the pilot, the NBR plans to implement the system at all land ports across the country as part of its broader efforts to modernise customs procedures, reduce manual intervention, and enhance cross-border trade management under the ASYCUDA World platform.