Court Denies Vessel Operators' Request for Full Access to ICEGATE System; Penalties for Missing Export Manifests Stand.

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....Levy of penalty on vessel operators - petitioners had not filed Export General Manifest (EGM) in respect of certain specified shipping bills - the request of the petitioner for access to the ICEGATE system is rejected for the reason as stated by the customs authorities. The system is a conglomeration of materials from various sources and is meant for effective functioning of the Department and smooth management of the transactions. No one operator can be provided with access to the entirety of the system. - HC....