# Lashing

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Freight forwarders, carriers, and load supervisors apply lashing as a mandatory safety measure to prevent cargo from shifting, tipping, or moving during transport.

Freight forwarders, carriers, and load supervisors apply lashing as a mandatory safety measure to prevent cargo from shifting, tipping, or moving during transport. Common lashing equipment includes straps, chains, ropes, turnbuckles, and twist locks, selected according to the cargo's weight, shape, and center of gravity. In sea freight, the IMO's CSS Code governs how deck and hold cargo must be secured; dangerous goods are additionally subject to the IMDG Code. Road transport follows national and regional load-securing standards. Inadequate lashing is a leading cause of cargo damage claims and can trigger liability disputes in the event of an accident. Not to be confused with stowage, which refers to the physical arrangement of cargo within the transport unit.

**Source:** [https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx](https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Lashing |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 117 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.imo.org/en/OurWork/Safety/Pages/CargoSecuring.aspx |

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