Introduction: In today’s globalized world, the safe transportation of dangerous goods is of utmost importance. Whether you’re involved in the shipping industry or simply want to enhance your knowledge of hazardous materials, the IMDG (International...
Shipping companies need to transport large amounts of goods from one country to another. They therefore rely on ship transport, which is a key part of the maritime transport system. People who work for ship transport companies are required to be trained in ship...
A fire which broke out aboard the Zim Kingston was caused by a container collapse that damaged boxes containing dangerous cargo. A spokesman of the Greek owner: ‘Late at night on Friday around midnight local time, the Zim Kingston was in the Strait of Juan de...
In a bid to regulate foreign ships, China this week notified new maritime rules warranting vessels carrying radioactive materials, bulk oil, chemicals to report the details of the cargos upon their entry into Chinese waters. The new rules are expected to increase...
In the 2002 edition of the IMDG Code, training was introduced for the first time. The training requirements have become mandatory starting with Amendment 34-08. The IMO Member Governments recognised that the safe transport of dangerous goods by sea is dependent upon...
