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ICHCA In The News – Press Clippings (August 2021)

Click Here to read articles from the following sources about ICHCA , collated by Portcare International. Assafina Hellenic Shipping News International Shipping News Maritime Shipping News SeaNews Freight Business Journal Logistics Middle East Maritime Advocate Port Strategy World Cargo News AirCargo Asia Pacific American Journal of Transportation Blue Economy Egypt Bunker Ports News Worldwide Cyprus News Daily Cargo News Gulf Daily News PortNews Ship Insight Supply Chain.gr Trade Arabia

Press Release: Industry Bodies Joint Initiative to Tackle Safety of Dangerous Goods Storage & Transport

Industry Bodies Joint Initiative to Tackle Safety of Dangerous Goods Storage & Transport Container ship fires and explosions in port storage facilities continue to be the result of poorly packed and misdeclared hazardous materials as they move through the global supply chain. A MOU recently signed by two influential industry bodies, ICHCA International and IVODGA adds impetus to disseminating effective guidance on the correct safety procedures that need to be employed. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed by ICHCA International, representative of global cargo handling operators, including many of the leading cargo and container terminal groups, and the International Vessel Operators Dangerous Goods Association (IVODGA), whose membership consists of the world’s ocean carriers. The collaboration of these two expert bodies, whose influence spans the globe will be significant in producing clearly defined guidelines to best practice based on years of practical experience in handling dangerous goods. They will [...]

ICHCA Insights – September 2021: Welcome to the New Look ICHCA Insights Newsletter

Welcome to the new look ICHCA Insights newsletter.  We recognise that your time is at a premium and ICHCA Insights will provide your ICHCA activity update in a more frequent, manageable, monthly digest.  We are keen to hear from you about what is going on in your business when it comes to health and safety.  A vital part of what we do is to leverage hard won practical experience, knowledge and understanding, so that the industry can learn fast and learn once.  We are making cargo handling safer together.  Click here for the full newsletter    

Press Release: Cargo Integrity Group to launch its CTU Code Quick Guide in Italian at Genoa Shipping Week

The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) receives the support of Bureau International Containers (BIC) and Centro Internazionale Studi Containers (C.I.S.Co) in publishing its Quick Guide to the CTU Code, and the accompanying Container Packing Check List, in Italian.  The official launch of the documents will occur during Genoa Shipping Week (4th–10th October). Continuing its mission to encourage the greatest use of, and adherence to, the guidance generated by the IMO, the ILO and the UNECE and published in the Code of Practice for the Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code), the group of five international freight transport organisations has now added Italian to six other languages in which its Quick Guide is available. For full press release please CLICK HERE   For further information click here: https://ichca.com/cargo-integrity-group

Publication Spotlight: BP25 – An Illustrated Guide to Container Marking Codes

Today's Publication Spotlight: BP25 - An Illustrated Guide to Container Marking Codes A container type and size is depicted by the series of numbers in the upper right hand corner of the container’s right hand door. Of course if the container was right in front of you, the size and type could be ascertained by just walking around it. However, as most of the time there is only a manifest, other shipping document or EDI transmission, you need to know the ISO numbering system to understand what type of container you are dealing with. This Briefing Pamphlet details the status of codes, cracking the code, the size code, the size code designations, the type code, and other marks. These markings and codes tell the initiated almost everything one needs to know about the type and service capabilities of a container, and can be a critical source of information. Please follow [...]

Press Release: ICHCA invites submissions for 2021 TT Club Innovation in Safety Award

ICHCA International has opened the 2021 TT Club Innovation in Safety Award and invites submissions from anyone involved in cargo logistics who can show a demonstrable improvement to safety ICHCA International, the global cargo handling association, has opened the 2021 TT Club Innovation in Safety Award, which aims to highlight the importance of safety at a time of increased operational demands on cargo handling infrastructure and operations worldwide. The goal of the Award is equally to champion and celebrate the many companies and individuals around the world who are 100% dedicated to ‘making it safe’ every day, and to acknowledge and foster innovation to improve safety in cargo operations and logistics.   Please follow link for further information and details on how to enter: https://ichca.com/tt-club-innovation-in-safety-awards   To View the full Press Release, please follow this link: https://ichca.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/210901-ICHCA-TT-Safety-Award-Call-for-Entries-FINAL.pdf  

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT – On behalf of Container Owners Association, Global Shippers Forum, ICHCA International, TT Club, World Shipping Council: CTU Code Quick Guide now available in all six official IMO languages

In striving for greater awareness and usage of the CTU Code in order to improve safety in the intermodal supply chain, the Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) has published its Quick Guide to the Code, and its accompanying Container Packing Checklist, in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish. The five organisations that are collaborating in CIG are dedicated to achieving greater levels of safety, security and environmental performance within containerised global trade.  The production of a Quick Guide to the IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code), along with a Checklist of actions required of those packing cargo in freight containers, is pivotal to achieving safe and secure transport. Now the Quick Guide and Checklist have been translated from the original English into each of the other United Nations official languages and are available for download https://ichca.com/cargo-integrity-group For full press release - Click Here

Events: Upcoming virtual events being co-promoted by Navigating a Changing Climate & PIANC

Details for two upcoming virtual events being co-promoted by Navigating a Changing Climate and PIANC can be found here   Assessing Resilience: Case Studies and a Path Forward for the Marine and Inland Waterborne Transportation System.  August 26th, 0900-1030 EST (1500-1630 hours CET).  To participate, contact Katherine.F.Chambers@usace.army.mil   Working with Nature for Climate-Resilient Ports and Inland Waterways. Two 2-hour workshops: ‘Scaling up and changing entrenched current practice’ on September 14th and ‘Making the business case and securing finance’ on September 15th. For more information and to participate, contact vmagar@ramboll.com

Publication Spotlight: Safe Handling and Operation of Platform Flats

Today’s Publication Spotlight: Safe Handling and Operation of Platform Flats This Briefing Pamphlet provides detailed information concerning the loading and securing of cargoes on platform flats and flatrack containers, which are generally used to carry oversize or project cargoes that cannot be packed into standard box type ISO freight containers. It also details the various types of units that are available for this purpose and their key handling features. This pamphlet updates and replaces the former BP19, which covered the safe lifting of interlocked platform flats and flatracks.   BP41 should by no means be considered as a replacement for the IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing Cargo Transport Units, which should be referred to as appropriate.   Please follow the link: BP #41 - Safe Handling and Operation of Platform Flats - ICHCA International  

Press Release – ICHCA and TOC Agreement on Enhanced Industry Communication

ICHCA International, the global cargo handling association and leading event organiser serving the port and terminals sector, TOC Events have finalised an agreement aimed at greater communication and interaction within the industry in the post-pandemic era. To find out more click here: https://ichca.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/210819-ICHCA-TOC-MOU-FINAL-2.pdf   

Containership Fires – A Joint Evening Lecture

A Joint Evening Lecture presented by BACS on Containership Fires will be held on HQS Wellington on 6 Sept 2021, there is an option to join by video conferencing. Please follow the link for further info: . To find out more click here: https://ichca.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/202109_JIM_Flyer_Sep21_BACS_BoxShipFires.pdfhttps://ichca.com/technical-advisory-service  

Member Benefit Spotlight: Technical Advisory Service

Member Benefit Spotlight: a unique Technical Advisory Service providing our members with a trusted source of information on cargo handling practice, policy and regulations. Our panel of technical experts have a wealth of experience and knowledge to draw from. To find out more click here: https://ichca.com/technical-advisory-service  

Publication Spotlight: IMDG Code, 9th Edition

Today’s Publication Spotlight: IMDG Code, 9thEdition – ICHCA Briefing Pamphlet. https://ichca.com/download/bp3  - Our unique, world class, library of bespoke cargo handling publications is built from global expert knowledge & experience. Practical guidance created for industry, by industry, keeping workers safe.  

ICHCA and TT Club Collaborate in the Return of the Innovation in Safety Award

ICHCA International, the global cargo handling association, with the support of international freight transport insurer, is once more hosting the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award after a hiatus in 2020 due to the pandemic. Click Here to read the full article Click Here to view our list of previous Innovation In Safety Awards.

ICHCA In The News – Press Clippings (July 2021)

Click Here to read articles from the following sources about ICHCA , collated by Portcare International. Air Cargo Week Assafina Container Management The Exporter Hellenic Shipping News International Institute of Marine Surveying International Marine News International Trade Magazine Lloyd’s List Loadstar Logistics.ru New Zealand Shipping Gazette PortNews Nigeria PortNews.ru Safety4Sea SeaNews Seatrade Maritime News World Cargo News Xinde Marine News

Member Benefit Spotlight: Exis Technologies – eLearning IMDG Code eLearning Amendment 40-20

IMDG Code e-learning Amendment 40-20 is cost-effective, high quality online training that complies with the mandatory training requirements in Chapter 1.3 of the IMDG Code. There are several levels of training available – dangerous Goods Awareness Multimodal, function specific role related, Advanced and Refresher. Training and assessment is 100% online and there is a course completion certificate. IMDG Code e-learning is a Certified Det Norske Veritas Learning Programme. It is used by 6 of the top 10 container lines for their global training and approved by several competent authorities worldwide. It is sponsored by the TT Club and supported by ICHCA. https://ichca.com/training/imdg-code-shore-side-e-learning-amdt-40-20

Publication Spotlight: Collision Prevention at Ports & Terminals

This week’s spotlight: Collision Prevention at Ports & Terminals. Our unique, world class, library of bespoke cargo handling publications is built from global expert knowledge & experience. Practical guidance for industry, by industry, keeping workers safe. https://ichca.com/download/gs10

Publication Spotlight: CTU Code – A Quick Guide

Our unique, world class, library of bespoke cargo handling publications is built from global expert knowledge & experience.  Practical guidance created for industry, by industry, keeping workers safe.  Today’s spotlight: Quick Guide to CTU packing & transport. Click Here to view our CTU Guides

ICHCA In The News – Press Clippings (June-July 2021)

Click Here to read articles from the following sources about ICHCA , collated by Portcare International. The American Journal of Transportation Asian Aviation BIFA Newsletter BreakBulk Bulk Distributor Container News Freight Business Journal Handy Shipping Guide Heavy Lift & PFI Informare International Transport Journal Logistics Insider (India) Messaggero Marittimo PortNews Nigeria PortTrucker.app Port Technology International SeaNews

Cargo Integrity Group Calls for Risk-Based Measures to Prevent Pest Contamination

  26 July 2021 – JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT On behalf of Container Owners Association, Global Shippers Forum, ICHCA International, TT Club, World Shipping Council The international freight transport organisations of the Cargo Integrity Group are calling for urgent action from actors in global supply chains to reduce the risk of pest transference through international cargo movements. View the full document here - Cargo Integrity Group Calls for Risk-Based Measures to Prevent Pest Contamination

FIATA and ICHCA Strengthen Collaboration

Geneva, 29 June 2021 – FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations and the International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to reinforce collaboration between the two organizations. View the full document here - 210629 FIATA-ICHCA MoU FINAL

Seatrade Maritime Awards International Supporting Organisation

Seatrade Maritime Awards International is the perfect way to celebrate your company’s achievements. Take this opportunity to display your credentials as an innovative market leader and stand out from your competitors. Showcase your success story and get recognised for your hard work. Learn more about the Logistic Solution of the Year Award and how you can enter here: https://bit.ly/3ha6XtQ

Association of Bulk Terminal Operators (ABTO) Bulk Terminals 2020 – Webinar

Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October 2020, from 13:00 – 14:30 GMT   Complete Your Registration Now Association of Bulk Terminal Operators (ABTO) Bulk Terminals 2020 – Webinar Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October 2020, from 13:00 – 14:30 GMT In the three years that the international annual ABTO Bulk Terminals conference had been held, it rapidly established itself as the only event all those concerned with the bulk terminals industry needed to attend. The high-value programmes of the Bulk Terminals conferences were designed for all those involved in the transportation, storage and handling of bulk commodities. Indeed, from our first and very well received gathering in London, delegates represented all sectors of the bulk terminals industry. Therefore, it is with great regret that we have had to postpone out next full conference in Riga this year to October 2021. So to bring everybody together this year we have put [...]