Cargo Integrity Group Issues Warning on ‘Cargoes of Concern’
In response to a growing number of shipping disasters and incidents, the Cargo Integrity Group has issued a comprehensive list of 15 products identified as ‘Cargoes of Concern’. These products, commonly transported by sea and intermodally, have the potential to cause significant hazards if not properly handled or declared.
The group, which comprises five major global trade bodies, stresses that while these cargoes are generally transported safely when handled according to regulations and guidelines, improper management or mis-declaration can lead to serious safety risks. The new list aims to raise awareness and prevent further accidents.
Cargoes at Risk
The Cargo Integrity Group has divided the products into three categories, each associated with specific types of hazards. These are as follows:
Reactive Hazards – Cargoes that can react dangerously if handled incorrectly:
Charcoal / Carbon
Calcium Hypochlorite
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Cotton and Wool
Fishmeal and Krill
Seed Cake
Spill or Leak Risks – Cargoes that pose a significant risk of spillage or leakage:
Hides and Skins
Wine
Bitumen
Cocoa Butter
Waste
Vegetable and Other Oils
Improper Packing Consequences – Cargoes that are at risk due to improper packing:
Logs and Timber
Steel Coils
Marble and Granite
The Cargo Integrity Group is a collaboration of five influential international trade organisations committed to promoting high standards in global transport. The group includes FIATA, the Container Owners Association (COA), the International Cargo Handling Co-ordination Association (ICHCA International), the World Shipping Council (WSC), and the TT Club, a consortium of cargo insurers. Together, they work towards improving safety and efficiency within the logistics and transport sectors.
As shipping incidents continue to make headlines, the Cargo Integrity Group’s alert serves as a timely reminder of the importance of proper handling, packing, and declaration of cargoes. The group’s recommendations aim to reduce risks and ensure that such products are safely transported, safeguarding lives, goods, and the environment.
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