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Member Benefit: Complimentary Delegate Places at Philippine Ports and Logistics 2026, 10 – 12 March, Manila, The Philippines

We would like to announce the latest member benefit in partnership with Transport Events: Philippine Ports and Logistics 2026. We have secured an exclusive opportunity for five complimentary ICHCA Member delegate places, each valued at €1,995, for this prestigious event. If you would like to attend, please email secretariat@ichca.com to secure your spot. We need your confirmation as soon as possible, subject to availability, so don’t miss out! Transport Events invites you to Philippine Ports and Logistics 2026, the region’s leading event for ports and logistics, taking place at Solaire Resort, Manila, The Philippines, from Tuesday, 10 March to Thursday 12 March 2026 officially endorsed by the Department of Transportation, The Philippines. The Philippines is a vital maritime hub strategically located along key global trade routes in the Asia-Pacific region. Positioned near the South China Sea, one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors, the Philippines is central to global [...]

ICHCA Member G2 Ocean, latest Safety Bulletin – Toxic gases (also available in Portuguese & Spanish)

This edition is about two potential sources of toxic gases on board: Fumigation, and chemical reactions involving cargo. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SAFETY BULLETIN IN ENGLISH CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SAFETY BULLETIN IN PORTUGESE CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SAFETY BULLETIN IN SPANISH Message from G2 Ocean: "We in G2 Ocean work with stevedores all over the world. By sharing lessons learned on safety between companies and ports, we believe we can reduce the number of incidents and personal injuries in our industry. It is part of G2 Ocean’s desired safety culture to always seek and share insights on safety. We thank all stevedore companies who have signed up for our monthly Safety Bulletin! All our vessels receive a copy. The crew work closely together with the stevedores in port, and the topics are relevant also for them. The bulletin is also sent to the G2 Ocean [...]

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: WARRENPOINT HARBOUR AUTHORITY

Cameras on a mobile harbour crane provide live safety coverage of activities on the vessel during discharge as well as of the cargo set-down area on the quayside. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: UNITED KINGDOM MARITIME PILOTS ASSOCIATION

Interactive digital poster to translate technical Pilot Transfer Arrangements regulations into a clear, visual format with step-by-step illustrations of compliant and non-compliant arrangements. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: TURTLE FIRE SYSTEMS, LLC

System that provides continuous, targeted cooling directly to the source of a fire, whether beneath an electric vehicle, battery rack, or deck surface. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: TrafficAngel – DRIVERPROTECT

Low-cost, simple-to-fit, multi-functional AI human detection camera system designed specifically to protect drivers in their cabs. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: SICK AG – MULTISCAN100-S

First safety-certified 3D LiDAR sensor for safe collision avoidance in automated container terminal operations. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: SIBRE – SNAG LOAD PROTECTION AND GUARDIAN

Combines Snag Load Protection and its add-on Guardian, to deliver the world’s first preventive protection system against snag-load events. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: SHOREHAM PORT AUTHORITY

‘Dunnage placement tool’ that holds dunnage at exactly the right angle at the end of a lightweight pole, enabling dunnage to be positioned exactly where needed with precision and ease. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: ROMBIT EUROPE

Wearable technology combining gas sensors with an existing safety platform - unifying safety data, simplifying hardware management, ensuring faster response to calamities. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

BMF Port Burgas Becomes a Member of ICHCA  

The Bulgarian port operator BMF Port Burgas, which carries out extensive cargo handling at the Black Sea Port of Burgas has joined the international association of cargo handling interests. The company which operates modern port terminals with focus on containerized, bulk, liquid and general cargo, believes membership of ICHCA will enhance its pursuit of safety excellence. The two organisations joint aims of safeguarding workers in the sector while maintaining productivity, will be well served by the unity. So, the latest addition to the association is welcomed by ICHCA. The new member values the strengths of the Association, which emanate from more than seventy years of experience in the field. The membership, and the technical panel in particular comprises a range of top-level global experts dedicated to honing the best working practices of the cargo handling industry and delivering them to operators throughout the world. Chief Legal Advisor for BMF, [...]

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED LIMITED & ENERGY INSTITUTE

A free, practical guide developed by experienced practitioners to help organisations embed human factors into everyday task-based risk assessment. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: PEEL PORTS GROUP

Fully digitalised bespoke in house designed permit system to manage authorisation to work, permit to work and marine consents. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: PASSIFY GMBH

Hardware-free, app-based truck handling system that combines secure driver authentication with streamlined gate and yard processes. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: NATIONAL CARGO BUREAU – GLOBAL RESTRICTED CARGO DATABASE

A centralized restricted cargo database designed to consolidate and standardize restrictions across the maritime supply chain. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: MODALINTA

New net system and deployment method for accommodation ladders that engineers out risk in both positioning and use. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: LYTTELTON PORT COMPANY (LPC), CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND

Eliminated the need for working at height and exposure to person vs plant risk through the use of high-resolution camera drone inspections. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

ICHCA Insights – February 2026

Latest edition of "ICHCA Insights" available For the latest edition of our monthly newsletter “ICHCA Insights” please Click here For previous newsletters click here: https://ichca.com/newsletters

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: LONG BEACH CONTAINER TERMINAL – OVERHEAD LOAD PROTECTION SYSTEM

This system creates a safer work environment for personnel in the rail yard by restricting cranes from passing over head. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: LOKISTIX GmbH – LOKI-Pack

Modular and configurable system for compliant, safe, and monitored transportation and storage of batteries. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: LASE INDUSTRIELLE LASERTECHNIK GmbH – LaseASTO

Area surveillance system designed to enhance operational safety around trucks below container cranes using precision 3D multi-layer laser scanning technology. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: KALP GmbH AUTOMATIC LASHING PLATFORM

System that can insert and remove twistlocks and stackers fully automatically, eliminating the need for personnel to work near or under suspended loads. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: INDIVIDUAL INNOVATOR, EDMUND GREENWOOD

A customs seal across the container doors - that must be broken, to gain access to the cargo space. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!

Meet the Innovation in Safety Award Entrants: G2 OCEAN MONTHLY SAFETY BULLETIN

A monthly 2-page safety bulletin, focusing on a specific safety topic with real-world incidents that connect with port workers because they are about their real workplace and experiences – driving behavioural change. FOR THE FULL DETAILS CLICK HERE In the countdown to this year's Innovation in Safety Award Ceremony we are sharing each of the entries that we received in their own words. The wide range of entries means that there are ideas that will appeal to different readers directly or may be the inspiration for your own next step change for safety. We will introduce you all to all of the entries before the Award Ceremony on 25 February 2026. Register now for free entry to the ceremony by e-mailing secretariat@ichca.com. We look forward to welcoming you on the day!