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8/20/2013
Following the Correct IMDG Code for 2014
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is the international standard for packing and shipping hazardous materials by vessel. It is created and maintained by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations. Unlike the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, which is published annually, the IMDG Code is published only once every 2 years. This unique publication schedule leads to...12/18/2012
IMO Releases New IMDG 2012 Edition
11/20/2012
What’s New for the IATA DGR 54th Edition?
On January 1, 2013, the 54th Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations goes into effect. The 54th Edition of the DGR incorporates changes to the 2013-2014 edition of the ICAO Technical Instructions and other amendments made by IATA. A summary of significant changes and new provisions follows...5/29/2012
Shipping Dangerous Goods by Air: How to Calculate Q Values
3/15/2012
ICAO’s New Rules for Lithium Battery Air Shipments
Last month in Montreal, the Dangerous Goods Panel of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) held a working group to discuss the unique hazards and challenges facing shippers and carriers of lithium batteries. Representatives from 13 countries, alongside various industry and labor organizations, joined to address...1/17/2012
ICAO Dangerous Goods Panel Report
11/16/2011
Feature Article: Keeping Up With the Changes to International Dangerous Goods Regulations
On January 1, 2012, the next editions of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code come into effect. Here’s a quick guide to impending changes and deadlines you should know about...11/11/2011
Report From DGAC Conference & Expo: Day 2 Part III
11/10/2011
Report From DGAC Conference & Expo: Day 2 Part II
8/19/2011
TSA Amends Air Cargo Screening Rules: Eliminates 3rd-Party Certifiers
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