New Guidance from ICS and WSC
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the World Shipping Council (WSC) have published new industry guidance for shippers and container stuffers concerning the safe transport of containers by sea.
The guidance is supported by the Global Shippers’ Forum (GSF). ICS and WSC acknowledge that the primary responsibility for the safe transport of containers by sea rests with containership operators but highlight the importance of other parties playing their part—including consignors. Particular emphasis is given in the guidelines of the responsibilities of those involved with the correct packing, labeling and weighing of cargoes when they are stuffed into containers.
The guidance is being distributed free of charge throughout the shipping industry and can be downloaded here: Safe Transport of Containers by Sea: Industry Guidance for Shippers and Container Stuffers
