Starting in 2025, new regulations will treat all charcoal as dangerous goods when shipping in containers.
This approach aims to establish consistent safety standards, providing clarity and tools to all parties involved in the process to prevent future tragedies related to fire incidents on container ships.
According to the Safety and Shipping Review 2024 by global insurer Allianz, fire incidents continue to pose significant challenges for the maritime industry. The report reveals alarming statistics, with 205 fire incidents reported in 2023, marking the second-highest total in a decade following the previous year. Allianz's data over the past five years indicates 55 losses attributed to fires, emphasizing the persistent threat fire poses, especially on larger vessels. The report underscores not only the risk to life but also the substantial damages and associated costs that can result from such incidents.
These insights shed light on the critical importance of addressing fire safety in container shipping to safeguard lives, assets, and the environment. The upcoming regulations signaling charcoal as dangerous goods reflect a proactive step towards enhancing safety measures within the industry. #CargoSafety #ContainerShipping #FirePrevention #Firefighting #CINS #TTClub #ShippingIndustry #CargoManagement #Safety #IMDG #containerships #containerhandling #containertransport
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5moGood to hear that. Well done colleagues!