Electronic Freight Transport Information

Track the implementation status of eFTI and e-CMR across Europe.
Prepare your company for the digital revolution in transport documentation.

What is eFTI?

eFTI (Electronic Freight Transport Information) — European Electronic Freight Transport Information. Regulation (EU) 2020/1056 enables carriers, freight forwarders, and other supply chain participants to share freight transport information with regulatory authorities electronically instead of on paper.

Full application
from 9 July 2027

What is e-CMR?

e-CMR is the electronic equivalent of the traditional CMR consignment note — a key document in international road transport. Instead of paper, all data is created, signed, shared, and archived digitally. The e-CMR system is an integral part of the eFTI ecosystem.

9 min instead of 23 min
average document handling time
Online verification

Verify e‑CMR document

Check the authenticity of an electronic consignment note issued by the certified Trans Assist platform.

Implementation timeline

eFTI timeline

Key dates and milestones for the eFTI regulation implementation in the European Union.

  • Regulation enters into force

    Regulation (EU) 2020/1056 on electronic freight transport information entered into force.

  • Preparatory work

    Preparatory work carried out with support from experts representing both public and private stakeholders.

  • First implementing acts

    The first implementing and delegated acts on eFTI entered into force. Member states may begin developing IT systems.

  • Adoption of implementing acts

    The Commission plans to adopt the remaining eFTI implementing acts. Platforms and providers can begin preparations for implementation.

  • Full application of eFTI

    The eFTI regulation will be fully applicable. Member state authorities must accept electronic information.

Business benefits

Why switch to e-CMR?

Digitising transport documentation is not just a legal requirement, but above all an opportunity to optimise processes.

Faster settlements

Instant delivery confirmation and faster invoicing initiation - shortening settlements by up to several days.

Lower costs

Elimination of printing, scanning, and paper archives. Time spent on a single document can be reduced from 23 to 9 minutes.

Fewer errors

Single data entry, automatic validation, delivery progress tracking, and photographic documentation.

eFTI compliance

Implementing e-CMR is a practical step towards working with eFTI-compliant data and integration with EU platforms.

ESG aspect

Real reduction in paper consumption and carbon footprint of operations, supporting sustainable development goals.

Better visibility

Full supply chain transparency, real-time access to shipment status for all parties.

Start digitising your transport documents today