About CNS

“Enabling the integration of the supply chain through the management and control of information.”

Community Network Services Limited (CNS) was established in 1984 as a Community Systems Provider (CSP) connecting shipping lines, ports, freight forwarders and hauliers with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and providing the ability to achieve customs clearance.

CNS now operates dedicated inventory control systems for both the port and air courier industries, covering Southampton, Tilbury, Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Immingham, Belfast and Portsmouth.

CNS is a wholly owned subsidiary of DP World Southampton. DP World Southampton is a joint venture between DP World (51%) and Associated British Ports (49%).

“CNS annually processes over 3½ million customs clearances in the UK.”