# Cargo Securing Equipment

*Last updated: 2026-06-16*

> Cargo securing equipment covers all devices used to prevent freight from shifting, tipping, or falling during transport – including lashing straps, chains, wire ropes, anti-slip mats, edge protectors, and blocking elements such as airbags or wedges.

Cargo securing equipment covers all devices used to prevent freight from shifting, tipping, or falling during transport – including lashing straps, chains, wire ropes, anti-slip mats, edge protectors, and blocking elements such as airbags or wedges. Selection and sizing depend on the cargo's weight, centre of gravity, and shape, as well as the mode of transport – road, rail, sea, or air. For European road transport, the EN 12195 standard series provides the primary framework for calculating and testing lashing forces. Shippers and drivers share legal responsibility for correct securing; deficiencies can result in fines, operational delays, and liability claims in the event of damage or loss.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Load_securing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Load_securing)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Cargo Securing Equipment |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 107 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-16 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Load_securing |

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