EU ICS2

How do you submit an ICS2 EU ENS for an empty vehicle?

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Close-up of the wheels and red chassis of an empty three-axle trailer parked at the roadside

In a previous post, we looked at when an empty ICS2 EU ENS is required. But when the need arises, how do you actually submit one?

For an empty ENS declaration with a transport contract, the empty vehicle must be added to the declaration in the goods section.

Here's how to complete the key fields:

  • Consignor and consignee: use the trailer or vehicle owner's details.
  • Goods description: enter something like "Empty 32-tonne trailer".
  • Gross mass: give the weight of the empty vehicle.
  • Package type: choose a suitable code, such as:
    • CN: Container
    • NF: Unpacked
    • TY: Tanks
  • Shipping marks: include the trailer or unit ID.

You can submit an ICS2 ENS for an empty vehicle on ENS Ready, the same way as any other ICS2 declaration.